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North Texans witness historic Medal of Honor ceremony
By Vince Sims at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
Nearly 50 years of advocacy culminated in a historic moment Friday as President Donald Trump awarded Major James Capers Jr. the Medal of Honor at the White House.
The Medal of Honor is the nation’s highest military award for valor.
“We witnessed him getting up out the wheelchair, walking on...
Key takeaway “We witnessed him getting up out the wheelchair, walking onto the stage,” retired Marine Corps chaplain Rich Stoglin said.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The presence of North Texans at the historic Medal of Honor ceremony for Major James Capers Jr. underscores the strong military ties within the community. Retired Marine Corps chaplain Rich Stoglin from Arlington and retired Maj. Gen. James Williams from Dallas were among those who witnessed the ceremony, highlighting the local connection to Capers' story. Williams' 49-year effort to secure the award for Capers demonstrates the dedication and perseverance of local veterans and their supporters. The recognition of Capers' bravery also reflects the values of service and sacrifice that are deeply rooted in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As plans are made to bring Capers to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, the community will have another opportunity to honor his legacy and celebrate the region's rich military heritage. This visit will likely draw attention to the museum and its mission to preserve the stories of Medal of Honor recipients.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Nearly 50 years of advocacy culminated in a historic moment Friday as President Donald Trump awarded Major James Capers Jr. the Medal of Honor at the White House.
The Medal of Honor is the nation’s highest military award for valor.
“We witnessed him getting up out the wheelchair, walking on...
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