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President Trump awards Medal of Honor to two Marines, one posthumously, and an Army soldier
By Mark Richardson at FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony Thursday to Major James Capers, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), Colonel John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Posthumous), and Major Nicholas Dockery, U.S. Army (Retired).
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Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The Medal of Honor awards presented by President Trump to two Marines and an Army soldier have a tangible connection to the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where many veterans call home. As a community in Denton County, Trophy Club is likely to have residents who have served in the military or have family members who have received similar honors. The recognition of these servicemen's bravery and selflessness may resonate deeply with local veterans and their families, sparking conversations about the importance of honoring their service and sacrifices. The presence of a strong military community in the Dallas-Fort Worth area also means that events like this can have a profound impact on local residents, many of whom may have personal connections to the armed forces. This ceremony serves as a reminder of the region's strong ties to the military and the many heroes who have called North Texas home.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 18, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony Thursday to Major James Capers, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), Colonel John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Posthumous), and Major Nicholas Dockery, U.S. Army (Retired).
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