East Tennessee is an area steeped in the traditions of military service and respect for our veterans.
Support from our community, patrons and sponsors makes the Medal of Honor Knoxville Convention possible. Meet the sponsors .
"Valor is strength, not of legs and arms, but of heart and soul; it consists not in the worth of our horse or our weapons, but in our own. "
World War II veteran Sam Hardman, spokesman for HonorAir Knoxville and member of the East Tennessee Military Affairs Council, passed away Aug. 16, 2013. He was 95.
Meet the heroes of past and present who have demonstrated bravery, gallantry and sacrifice above and
beyond the call of duty.
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The Medal of Honor Character Development Program incorporates the ideals of courage and selfless
service
into the middle and high school curriculum to build character and promote responsible citizenship.
Just as the Medal of Honor itself has grown and developed since 1862, so to has the society that
represents the men who wear it. Learn about our Society, the Foundation and the Museum.
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