Mary edwards walker. Find out what this Civil War Veteran did to earn the honor. Soledad i am soledad obrien. Welcome to matter of fact. It is Veterans Day Weekend and a chan to focus on in of the bravest among us. The medal of honor is the highest award that can be given to a military hero in this country. It is bestowed by the president on behalf of Congress Following an extraordinary act of bravery. It is and honor reserved for those who risk their own lives above and beyond the call of duty in action against an enemy. More than just another accolade, it advances careers, provides a lifetime stipend and allows the children of honors a smooth path into the military academies. For those honored, it makes a world of difference. Today the stories of two heroes. Colonel harvey barnum, whose career scirottoed after he received his medal, and Staff Sergeant Melvin Morris, a hero whose honor was delayed for decades. As Seymour Middle School in novel, tennessee, they are greeted like heroes