I kind of liked this headline in the November 14th Chicago Tribune.
Besides the great honor of receiving a Medal of Honor, there are other perks that come with it.
The most recent Medal of Honor winner, Staff Sgt. Salvatore Giunta has received the nation's highest award for battlefield courage.
In addition, they get more money, a $1,194 monthly pension and a 10% increase in their retirement pay.
They also get to fly for free on military planes if space is available along with invitations to presidential inaugurations.
One interesting thing is that all military personnel, even those of higher rank, traditionally salute MoH winners.
Their children are not subject to quotas for attending military academies.
Also, on death, their grave is marked with a special headstone.
Military Personnel with the Highest Honor. --Cooter
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