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  1. 3 friends on a train bound for Paris heard a gunshot; how they responded made them heroes:

  2. Carter holds an award ceremony honoring Skarlatos, Stone & Sadler for their heroism & valor.

  3. 11:26 AM - 17 Sep 2015 · Details
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: Time & again, challenge after challenge at the sound of gunshots & danger the world has turned to the U.S. & its military for help

  • 11:25 AM - 17 Sep 2015 · Details
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    : When a man wielding an AK-47 attacked the train, these young men uttered these simple, stirring words: "Let's go"

  • 11:22 AM - 17 Sep 2015 · Details
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    : It's a pleasure to welcome Alek, Spencer & Anthony home & award them our highest commendations for non-combat bravery

  • Carter​ will honor Paris Train Heroes in a Ceremony, today at 2pm EDT. Watch live on

  • 10:14 AM - 17 Sep 2015 · Details
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    . says has invited Israeli MOD to visit in late October. looking forward to visit