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Military Health System Confronts Stigma Surrounding Mental Health Care
Stigma can be a barrier to a service member seeking support for their mental health. Recognizing mental health as part of overall health and changing attitudes are keys to addressing it.
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Date of Award: October 17, 1892 Conflict: Civil War Branch: U.S. Army
Andrew Davidson, a native of Vermont, entered the U.S. Army in Cincinnati, Ohio and became an Assistant Surgeon with the 47th Ohio Infantry. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions at Vicksburg, Mississippi on May 3, 1863.
Citation: "Voluntarily attempted to run the enemy's batteries."
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