Air Force Medal of Honor recipients highlighted on AF.MIL Published Nov. 8, 2010 SAN ANTONIO (AFNS) -- The Medal of Honor is the highest award for heroism in military action that this nation can bestow. It is awarded for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. A special Web section has been developed on AF.MIL to recognize U.S. Air Force recipients of the Medal of Honor. In this spotlight tribute, they are listed both alphabetically and by the war in which they participated. Visitors to the page then can click on an individual to learn more about his achievements and what led to his receiving this highest military honor. Click this link, Medal of Honor tribute, or scroll down the AF.MIL page to Spotlights and click on Medal of Honor.