Dakota Louis Meyer is an American retired United States Marine.
He is the second youngest living person to have been awarded the Medal of Honor. He is also the third living recipient for the Iraq war or the War in Afghanistan, as well as the first United States marine to be honored in 38 years.
He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions on September 8, 2009, during the Battle of Ganjgal.
Meyer enlisted in the United States Marine Corps right after he graduated from his high school, Green County High School. From there, he completed basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.
Meyer along with Bing West wrote a book titled, “Into the Fire: A Firsthand Account of the Most Extraordinary Battle in the Afghan War“, which was about the Ganjgal war.
How tall is Dakota Meyer?
He is approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall.
How much does Dakota Meyer weigh?
His weight is approximately around 83kg.
