Staten Island’s hero soldier, Michael Ollis, will receive the Medal of Honor

Ollis becomes the third Staten Islander to receive the nation's highest military decoration after years of advocacy by his family and community.

‘Extremely happy, but also sad.’ Staten Island dad reflects on Medal of Honor for fallen son

“BREAKING: President Trump has just informed the parents of fallen @USArmy Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis that their son will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor," the post stated. “SSG Ollis, of Staten ...

Trump to give Medal of Honor to pilot who secretly faced off with Soviet jets

President Trump is awarding the Medal of Honor to a pilot whose faceoff with Soviet fighter jets remained secret for a ...
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New York Soldier Killed in Afghanistan Will Finally Receive Medal of Honor

Advocates pushed for years for Michael Ollis to receive the nation's highest honor. On Tuesday, their dream became a reality.
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Soldier who died shielding Polish ally to receive Medal of Honor

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump called the family of Staff Sgt. Michael H. Ollis to confirm that their son was approved ...
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US soldier who blocked suicide bomber in Afghanistan to be awarded Medal of Honor

Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, who stepped in front of wounded Polish soldier to protect him from a suicide bomber in 2013, was ...
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An Olympic gold medal (for participation) for the maroon and gold

If you’re following the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games this month, be on the lookout for 21 hockey players (and ...