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North Texans witness historic Medal of Honor ceremony
By Vince Sims at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· 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 Southlake News
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, marking the culmination of nearly 50 years of advocacy. Their involvement highlights the dedication and perseverance of local veterans and community leaders in recognizing the valor of fellow service members. The effort to secure the Medal of Honor for Capers, who was injured 19 times in the line of duty, demonstrates the commitment to honoring the sacrifices of military personnel. As Williams and Stoglin now work to bring Capers to visit the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, the community can expect to see continued recognition of Capers' bravery and a deeper understanding of the significance of the Medal of Honor.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
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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