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11-Year-Old Honored for Heroism During Minnesota Catholic School Shooting
Victor shielded his friend during a mass shooting that injured 21 people and killed an 8-year-old, earning recognition at the Congressional Medal of Honor Society ceremony.
- Eleven-Year-Old Victor Greenawalt received a citizen's honor from the Congressional Medal of Honor Society on Wednesday, recognizing his heroism during the August 27, 2025, shooting at Annunciation Catholic School.
- During the August 27, 2025, shooting, 18 children and three adults were injured; Mollie Merkel's 8-year-old son, Fletcher Merkel, was killed in the gunfire.
- Weston Halsne, who was 10 at the time, recalled Victor shielding him from gunfire. "My friend, Victor, like, saved me," Weston said.
- Victor's family released a statement expressing gratitude, noting he "represents the untold stories of the brave actions taken by many children and adults" during the violence.
- Brittany Haeg, whose son David was injured, said the children displayed extraordinary bravery but added, "I wish we lived in a world where that kind of heroism was never necessary.
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11-year-old honored for heroism during Minnesota catholic school shooting
A Minnesota boy who shielded his classmate from gunfire during a mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School received a special honor this week for his bravery.
·Seattle, United States
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Annunciation shooting survivor who shielded friend honored with Congressional Medal
11-year-old Victor Greenawalt, who shielded his classmate during the Annunciation Catholic School mass shooting, received an award from the Congressional Medal of Honor Society on Wednesday for his life-saving actions.
·Saint Paul, United States
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