It pays tribute to others also killed in Vietnam . That set the wheels in motion for Wednesday 's eventual honor . President Barack Obama presents the Medal of Honor to a GI 's spouse . Sgt . Leslie , who was married for one month before shipping out to Vietnam . Sabo died in a firefight in which he shielded his mates from a grenade .
It pays tribute to others also killed in Vietnam . President Barack Obama presents the Medal of Honor to a GI 's spouse . Sgt . Leslie , who was married for one month before shipping out to Vietnam . Sabo died in a firefight in which he shielded his mates from a grenade .