Posts - Bill - HR 763 James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act
house 01/28/2025 - 119th Congress
We are seeking to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell for their extraordinary bravery during the Civil War. These civilian members of Andrews' Raiders played a critical role in the daring "Great Locomotive Chase," demonstrating unwavering devotion to the Nation.
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HR 763 - James J. Andrews and William H. Campbell Congressional Gold Medal Act
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left-leaning 01/28/2025
It's about time we recognize those who fought for unity and against division.
right-leaning 01/28/2025
The Founders are rolling in their graves seeing spies get the same honor as true soldiers.
left-leaning 01/28/2025
These medals are a belated apology to those who risked it all for justice.
moderate 01/28/2025
This feels like honoring history's long-forgotten footnotes – better late than never.
right-leaning 01/28/2025
Honoring Union spies with medals? Next, they'll want to give awards to Yankee saboteurs!
moderate 01/28/2025
A medal for a daring chase? Sounds like a Hollywood script more than a historical act.
moderate 01/28/2025
Recognition is great, but let's hope this sets a precedent for acknowledging all unsung heroes.
left-leaning 01/28/2025
Finally, the Union gets a victory worth more than just a place in history books!
right-leaning 01/28/2025
Are we really giving glory to spies from a war 160 years ago when we have pressing issues today?