At just 16, Frank S. Wright lied about his age to join the Marine Corps and went on to see combat on Guadalcanal, New Georgia, Guam and Iwo Jima.
Cunningham received a Navy Cross, two Silver Stars, 15 Air Medals and a Purple Heart for his actions during the war.
Despite a terse summation for their actions on July 13, 1900, these men were awarded the Medal of Honor for their "meritorious combat."
A group of former employees is suing the Nevada Department of Veterans Services, alleging officials retaliated against staff and endangered residents.
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