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Afghan veteran Ty Carter awarded Medal of Honor
President Obama awarded Army Staff Sgt. Ty Carter the Medal of Honor for heroism at Command Outpost Keating in Afghanistan on October 3, 2009. Carter risked his life to aid wounded soldiers, resupply ammo, and endure a brutal 12 hour battle as Taliban fighters overwhelmed the outpost. He spoke about invisible wounds from PTSD and the importance of seeking help, while Obama praised his courage and leadership. Carter, 33, is assigned to the 7th Infantry Division at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and grew up in Spokane, Washington.
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