Army Staff Sergeant Michael Ollis to Receive Medal of Honor Posthumously for Heroic Sacrifice
Army Staff Sergeant Michael Ollis, who was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2013, will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor, the highest military award in the United States. Ollis, a native of Staten Island, New York, sacrificed his life to protect a Polish Army officer during a suicide bombing. The announcement was made by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, who received confirmation from the White House. Ollis's act of valor has been advocated for by veterans' groups, political leaders, and the Staten Island community for years. His story is reminiscent of other soldiers who have performed acts of bravery, such as Vietnam soldier Fred Brown, who is still awaiting recognition. The Medal of Honor, established in 1861, requires a rigorous review process, including detailed accounts and eyewitness testimonies. Ollis's family expressed gratitude for the recognition of his heroism. 
