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Navy Capt. Richard M. McCool Jr. At my age, my eyesight is not that good. Thus, I might be forgiven for misreading the name of this week’s highlighted Medal of Honor recipient at DoD News. At first glance, I read his last name as “Mr. Cool.” Of course, I absolutely do not mean any disrespect by pointing my gaffe out. On the contrary, this week’s honoree, Navy Capt. Richard M. McCool, is one of the most “valiant,” “gallant,” “intrepid” Medal of Honor recipients I have read about. And, yes – with every respect, sincerity and admiration – he was also very, very “cool.” Here are some excerpts from…

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