WASHINGTON, March 2 -- Sen. Roger Marshall issued the following press release:
Today, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), applauded the awarding of the Medal of Honor by President Trump at a White House ceremony where three U.S. Army soldiers were recognized for extraordinary valor.
Among the honorees was Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Terry P. Richardson of Fort Riley, who was awarded the nation's highest military decoration for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War on September 14, 1968. On that day, his courage and decisive leadership under enemy fire saved the lives of 85 fellow soldiers.
"Saving 85 of his fellow soldiers under enemy fire - that is the definition of extraordinary valor," said Senator Marshall. "Command S...