A Life of Valor: Captain Lance P. Sijan

A Life of Valor: Captain Lance P. Sijan

This lesson explores the meaning of valor through the story of Medal of Honor recipient Captain Lance P. Sijan, a U.S. Air Force officer and fighter pilot, whose experience during the Vietnam War demonstrates the strength of body, mind, and spirit encapsulated in the notion of valor.

Duration: 2-3 class periods
Grades: 9-12

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