Paul Johnson & David McCullough: Awarded the Medal of Freedom by President Bush

President Bush on Thursday announced the recipients of this year's Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian award.

Those to be honored at a White House ceremony on Dec. 15 [include] ...

Paul Johnson. The historian and journalist is being honored for writings that have ''captivated and educated people around the world.''...

David McCullough. The noted author and historian is considered a foremost expert on the American presidency.