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Originally Posted by DeltAlum
Yes, sorry.
I misread the original FOX/AP story and had thought they had a couple of factual errors. That turned out not to be the case so I deleted my first post.
I had also said that 240 seems to me like a small number in a conflict lasting ten years with 50,000 dead and many thousands more injured among millions who served.
I also said that I am sure that Jon meant no disrespect in his post.
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No disrespect meant at all to anyone-here or in service.
But the number is in line with other wars BRN
Check this link from the Army:
http://www.army.mil/cmh/mohstats.htm
MoH, since the War between the States, has been given out very "carefully" and slowly.
And I truly believe what my Uncle said to be very true-not only for MoH but for medal and recognitions as well