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The Man Who Gave Meaning to the Medal of Honor — John Basilone

Some men receive medals. Others define what those medals truly mean. This is the true story of John Basilone, a United States Marine whose actions in World War II turned the Medal of Honor from a symbol into a standard. From the brutal nights of Guadalcanal, where Basilone held the line against overwhelming odds, to the beaches of Iwo Jima, where he chose to return to combat when he could have stayed safe at home, this video follows the full journey of a man guided by duty rather than fame. Basilone became a national hero after Guadalcanal. He was celebrated, protected, and given every reason to stay away from the front lines. But while others fought and died, he made a decision few would — he asked to go back. What followed was not legend, but reality. Not glory, but sacrifice. This story is told without exaggeration, based on historical accounts and firsthand records, honoring the Marines who fought in the Pacific and the values they carried with them. Some heroes are remembered for what they achieved. Others are remembered for the choice they made.