ViewpointsOpinionA Hero for the 21st Century?SavePrintPresident Barack Obama (R) applauds after presenting the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry to Clinton Romesha (L), a former Army Staff Sergeant, at the White House in Washington on Feb. 11, 2013. Alex Wong/Getty ImagesDavid T. Jones9/11/2018|Updated: 9/13/2018Hero: A person noted for courageous acts or nobility of character, or (traditional) a warrior-chieftain of special strength, courage, or ability.If you are a reader of history, “heroes” play prominent roles:We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentDavid T. JonesAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesSome Last Thoughts About Lost Crises and Continuing RelevanceJul 13, 2019Half Truths and False Truths Abound in Dealing With IranJul 02, 2019Canada, China, and the United States in a Tripartite StandoffJun 18, 2019Tussle in Brussels and Strife in StrausborgJun 04, 2019