Obama presents 16 with Presidential Medal of Freedom
SOURCE: CNN (8-12-09)
A pioneer, a preacher, an activist and an athlete were among 16 people who President Obama honored Wednesday with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom, an annual award, was created after World War II when President Truman wanted to honor civilian service during the war.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom, an annual award, was created after World War II when President Truman wanted to honor civilian service during the war.
Source:
CNN
Source URL:
http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/08/12/medal.of.freedom/index.html
Date:
8-12-09
