Hispanics in the American Civil War difference between them was that one served as a spy while the other disguised herself as a male and fought in various battles. The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It is bestowed by the President in the name of Congress on members of the United States Armed Forces who distinguish themselves through "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States.". The 39th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment, also
Meritorious Military Pilot of the German Democratic Republic Meritorious Military Pilot of the German Democratic Republic Meritorious Military Pilot of the GDR () was the highest honorary title awarded to military Pilots of the East German National People's Army. It was given in form of a Medal. Established on August 1, 1974 by the Council of Ministers of the GDR, it was awarded until the dissolution of the GDR in 1990. The honorary title could be awarded for: The number of awarded people was limited to 10 military pilots per year. The golden medal had the shape of a pentagon with the top below tip, width 31.5 mm