A Century Old Myth: Sergeant Alvin York

Medal of Honor Podcast

EpisodeJun 24, 202418m

A Century Old Myth: Sergeant Alvin York

Medal of Honor Podcast

EpisodeJun 24, 202418m

Sgt York was awarded the Medal of Honor for single handedly killing two dozen enemies and capturing over 130 during World War I, but is that what really happened? In this episode we talk about what really happened that day in France, and how decades of lies and cover-ups supported a false narrative about York and his actions that day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ken Harbaugh tells the stories of service members who have distinguished themselves through an act of valor. These stories from the Civil War to present day include recipients who were originally overlooked for the medal as well as those who were celebrated at the time.This podcast is made in partnership with The National Medal of Honor Museum.

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