
President Barack Obama presents the Medal of Honor to U.S. Navy Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Edward C. Byers Jr. during a ceremony on February 29, 2016, at the White House. Byers received the Medal of Honor for his actions during a hostage rescue operation in December 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Oscar Sosa) More about Edward C. Byers Jr. Remarks About Heroics | Medal of Honor Ceremony | Medal of Honor Citation |