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Frank Luke – American Aviator
Some men just seemed destined to be great, and when it comes to wartime greatness, I have to admit, it sure seems like a little crazy is necessary. American aviator Frank Luke flew during World War I and has an incredible record to show for it. Sadly though, Frank didn’t make it out of... »
Medal Of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the United States’ highest military decoration. It has been bestowed on 3,447 men and one woman since President Abraham Lincoln signed it into law on Dec. 21, 1861. It is reserved for those who are distinguished “by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call... »
Michael Monsoor – Video
Last month I posted about Michael Monsoor, a young SEAL who threw himself on a grenade to save his comrades. Today I ran across a touching memorial video on YouTube. What a brave young man. I’m sure his family is proud of him and his selfless actions, but I’m also sure they wish he could... »
SEAL Gave His Life In Iraq
March 2008 SAN DIEGO — A California-based SEAL who threw his body on a grenade to save his comrades in Iraq will posthumously receive the Medal of Honor, a Defense Department official has confirmed. Master-at-Arms 2nd Class (SEAL) Michael A. Monsoor, of Garden Grove, Calif., was holed up on the roof of a Ramadi house with... »
Quick Sacrifice Saves Lives
On April 14, 2004, 3 days after Easter Sunday, Corporal Dunham was manning a checkpoint in Karabilah, Iraq, when an insurgent leapt from his car and began choking Corporal Dunham. A scuffle ensued as two Marines approached to help. Reportedly, the last words from Corporal Dunham were, “No, No. Watch his hand.” Suddenly, the... »
Navy SEAL shows extreme bravery in combat
While deployed in Afghanistan, Lt. Michael Murphy was part of a four man team sent on a scouting mission deep in the Hindu Kush. Sadly, three out of the four men were lost on this mission, including Murphy. All were brave men, but Murphy put himself in terrible danger in order to help his... »
“Too Tall”
Ed “Too Tall” Freeman was a helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War. He had always wanted to fly, but standing at an impressive 6′4″, he was denied training since he was “too tall”. However, in 1955 the army changed its height regulations and he was allowed to fly. Thank goodness he was. This man... »
Medal of Honor Memorial To Be Built On University of WA Campus
UW alumnus John “Bud” Hawk earned a Medal of Honor for his actions near Chambois, France, on Aug. 20, 1944, during the Normandy campaign, which led to the surrender of more than 500 German soldiers, and is one of seven UW alumni that have been identified as Medal of Honor recipients. This fall the UW —... »
First Soldier to Receive Medal of Honor in Iraq War
WASHINGTON (March 2005): Sgt First Class Paul R Smith, killed nearly two years ago defending his vastly outnumbered Army unit in a fierce battle with elite Iraqi troops for control of Baghdad’s airport, will receive the Medal of Honour, the nation’s highest military award, administration officials said on Tuesday. No soldier who served in Afghanistan or... »
A Real Ace
William “Bill” A. Shomo was truly an amazing pilot who flew for the United States Air Force during World War I. While flying an armed photo reconnaissance in his P-51 Mustang, he and his wing mate spotted 13 enemy planes. Despite being incredibly outnumbered, they immediately executed an Immelman turn and engaged the planes... »