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He Risked His Life For His Platoon In Korea. At 94, He Will Get A Medal Of Honor

President Biden will recognize retired Army Ranger
Retired Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. is set to receive the Medal of Honor from President Biden on Friday.

Col. Ralph Puckett, Jr. will be honored at the White House on Friday and awarded the Medal of Honor for his acts of "conspicuous gallantry" during with President Biden, will attend the ceremony.

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