What's the Hardest Military Medal to Earn?

Hey guys, I was just thinking about the various forms of recognition in the military, specifically medals. I'm curious, which is considered the hardest medal to earn? What does it take to be awarded such a medal?

The Medal of Honor is widely considered the hardest military medal to earn, and it is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It's given to members of the armed forces who have demonstrated "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty." This essentially means the recipient must have demonstrated such bravery as to stand out from their peers, risking their own life in the process.

This medal can be awarded for actions taken during combat or while engaged with an enemy, and the act of valor must be witnessed by others. A thoroughly documented and investigated issue, it requires approval at high levels of the military hierarchy before ultimately being presented by the President in the name of Congress.

To understand the degree of difficulty in obtaining this medal, it's worth noting that more than half of the Medals of Honor awarded since World War II have been posthumous. It's truly a recognition of extraordinary courage under exceptionally hostile circumstances. However, it's also important to highlight that nobody seeks to earn such a medal; it's usually a circumstance of extraordinary conditions during service.