1981 Press Photo Joel Peterson, received the Young American Medal for Bravery

Joel Peterson - Eau Claire, Wisconsin - In the gathering darkness along a riverbank late one winter afternoon, Joel Peterson, 10, suddenly faced a life-or-death test of his courage. His 12-year-old companion stepped through thin ice, plunging into the icy rush of the Eau Claire River. All Joel could see were his friend's fingertips, clinging to the edge of the hole.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches. Photo is dated 09-01-1981.

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