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A Hero for the 21st Century?

A Hero for the 21st Century?
President 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 Images
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Hero: 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: