While conducting vehicle searches in Anbar Province in Iraq, Corporal Jason L. Dunham engaged the driver of a vehicle after he hopped out of it and physically challenged American troops. The Iraqi dropped a grenade in the middle of the skirmish. Without hesitation, Dunham, a 22-year-old New York native, used his body to shield others from the explosion.

Dunham died from his injuries eight days later on April 22, 2004. More than 20 years later, an Omaha-based assisted living complex for wounded veterans will bear the name of the Medal of Honor recipient.

The Dunham House, a 30-unit assisted living complex, is expected to open in September 2026 and will be home to veterans of the Middle East conflicts, unable to care for themselves, said retired Marine Colonel John Folsom. Folsom is spearh

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