Friday Article

The article I read this week was about the first medal of honor awarded for a living Afghan vet. I decided to read this story because the war effects me personally. I have a very good friend serving in Afghanistan right now. The man who received the medal of honor was, Sgt. Salvatore Giunta who is also from Des Monies, IA. He showed is bravery on the battle field by running into open fire and trying to save two other men.

I think this article was very well written. I feel that any story written about the war must be done with a  level of respect and the writer of this story did just that. The story was also informative and entertaining.



1 Comment so far

  1.   Fuglsang on September 12th, 2010

    I agree with the comments in the second paragraph, Miranda. There does seem to be a lot of “respect” in the article. When you read the last half of the story, it’s also clear that he and his parents are aware that most soldiers who earn this award are dead. There isn’t a lot of precedent for what has happened.