The Coast Guard’s only Medal of Honor recipient died rescuing Marines

USCG PO3 Douglas Munro earned the Medal of Honor leading boats ashore on Guadalcanal to rescue Marines trapped on the beach near the Matanikau River.

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RIP Salute.

His heroism is the stuff of legends. I've always wondered if the other crew of his boat were awarded for their heroism too?