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Presidential Citizens Medal RecipientMuhammad Ali
PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON PRESENTS MEDAL TO MUHAMMAD ALI AT WHITE HOUSE
President Bill Clinton presents the Presidential Citizen's Medal to boxing great Muhammad Ali at a White House ceremony, January 8, 2001. The president awarded the medal to 28 honorees for their remarkable service and accomplishments in a variety of areas.
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The most celebrated boxer in history and a devoted social activist, Muhammad Ali continues to inspire us. Truly the "greatest of all time," Ali dominated boxing for two decades, winning an Olympic gold medal and becoming a three-time heavyweight champion of the world. With equal tenacity, through his advocacy for peace, tolerance, and compassion, he challenges our Nation to strive for equality and justice for all, earning our deepest respect and gratitude.
MUHAMMAD ALI AND HENRY AARON SIT AT WHITE HOUSE MEDAL CEREMONY
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali (left) and baseball great Henry Aaronwait before President Bill Clinton presents the Presidential Citizens Medal to them while at a ceremony at the White House, January 8, 2001. The president awarded the medal to 28 honorees for their remarkable service and accomplishments in a variety of areas. Reuters/Larry Downing
Bill Clinton Awards Presidential Citizens Award to Boxing Great Muhammad Ali
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali receives the Presidential Citizens Medal from President Bill Clinton. The Presidential Citizens Medal was established in 1969 to recognize any US citizen who has performed exemplary deeds in service to the United States.
BILL CLINTON PRESENTS THE PRESIDENTIAL CITIZENS MEDALS
At the White House, Muhammad Ali is presented the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Bill Clinton for his achievements in boxing and social activism.
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Citizens Medal History
