The Medal of Honor has no equal. Earned by few and revered by millions, it stands alone. Behind the Medal of Honor are extraordinary gallant acts, performed by common men. Perhaps no other group of individuals embodies the spirit of America more than Medal of Honor recipients. The commemorative book, "Medal of Honor: Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty" provides a rare glimpse of America's most honored heroes.

These historical portraits and stories represent an enduring legacy of common men who responded with uncommon valor. The award-winning book was created by Nick Del Calzo, in collaboration with the Medal of Honor Foundation, and was recently selected by NBC anchor Brian Williams, in an interview in "O", The Oprah Magazine, as "the book he recommends above all others".