It's rare in Canadian politics, but Conservative and New Democrat Members of Parliament are working together, seeking a review of the case of Pvt. Jess Larochelle, of Nipissing, Ont. A May 19 Commons petition was passed in support of awarding Larochelle the Victoria Cross. A public petition drew 14,129 signatures.
In 2007, Larochellew was awarded the Star of Military Valor for bravery in combat.
But Canada's Defense Department says they will not bow to public pressure in the award of medals.
Larochelle reportedly fought off 40 Taliban fighters single-handedly.
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