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Heroic Score52063rd out of 4481
Number of Medals11
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score532990 of 4481
U.S. Army#22of 2016
Infantry#26of 1502
Vietnam War#1of 217
Kern Wayne Dunagan
Colonel, U.S. Army
Vietnam War
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
Kern Wayne Dunagan was an officer in the United States Army who served during the Vietnam War. He rose to the rank of colonel over his distinguished military career. He is best known for receiving the nation's highest military decoration for his conspicuous gallantry in action.
During his service in the Vietnam War, Dunagan's extraordinary heroism under fire earned him the Medal of Honor. His actions demonstrated the highest standards of military service and leadership in the face of the enemy.
Colonel Dunagan's legacy remains as an exemplar of the United States Army's values and dedication, remembered for his valorous actions during one of America's most challenging conflicts.
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Score Breakdown
Medal of Honor(base 100)
+100Silver Star(base 45)
+45Bronze Star Medal(base 30)
+30Master Parachutist Badge(base 45)
+45Pathfinder Badge(base 40)
+40Unified Scoring Metrics Bonuses(career variety ×2 (5 medal types))
+260Heroic Score520 pts