WWII Episodes

At just 17 years old, Private First Class Jacklyn Lucas became one of the youngest service members ever to receive the Medal of Honor. But his path to heroism was anything but ordinary. After lying about his age to join the M...

At just 18 years old, Navy Hospital Apprentice First Class Robert Bush displayed extraordinary courage during the Battle of Okinawa. While under relentless enemy fire, he tended to a wounded Marine officer, all while fending ...

Send us a text In this episode of Duty & Valor, we honor the extraordinary courage of Lieutenant Colonel Edward S. Michael, a B-17 Flying Fortress pilot and Medal of Honor recipient from World War II. On April 11, 1944, durin...

Send us a text In this episode of Duty & Valor, we honor the life and legacy of 1LT Pascal Poolaw, Sr., the most decorated Native American soldiers in U.S. Army history. A member of the Kiowa Tribe, Poolaw served with distinc...

Send us a text In this episode, we honor the life and service of U.S. Army Colonel Ruby Bradley, one of the most decorated women in American military history. From her courageous actions as a combat nurse during World War II ...

Send us a text In this episode of Duty & Valor, we delve into the remarkable life of Major General Merritt "Red Mike" Edson, a Marine Corps legend whose leadership and bravery during World War II saw him being awarded the Med...

Send us a text In this episode of Duty & Valor, we honor the extraordinary life of Rear Admiral Bruce McCandless, a hero of the Pacific Theater during World War II. When the USS San Francisco faced near destruction during the...

Send us a text Visit Amazon to purchase The Cappy (12 Pack) : https://a.co/d/0jh0HP0r Richard Sherman's book Home: Remembering The Military Heroes Who Never Returned can be purchased at: www.neverhomeheroes.com In this episod...

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, we take a deep dive into the extraordinary life and service of Brigadier General Kenneth N. Walker, a visionary leader whose bold actions helped shape the future of air...

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, we delve into the remarkable story of Llewellyn Chilson, one of World War II’s most decorated soldiers. From his humble beginnings in Ohio to his heroic actions on the ...

Send us a Text Message. On this week’s episode of Duty & Valor, you’ll hear the story of William "Wild Bill" Donovan, the man who shaped the future of American intelligence. Dive into the incredible life of this war hero, leg...

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, you'll hear the story of, Lieutenant Commander Edward "Butch" O'Hare. Discover the incredible story behind O'Hare's legendary bravery on February 20, 1942, ...

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Duty & Valor, we delve into the extraordinary heroics of US Army 1st Sergeant Leonard Funk Jr., a true American hero of World War II. Discover how Funk's indomitable spirit and exc...

Send us a Text Message. Discover the true story of Lieutenant Colonel Ernest Childers, a Native American hero whose bravery and leadership during World War II earned him the Medal of Honor. In this episode, we delve into the...

This episode tells about the life of James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle, an American icon who embodied the spirit of aviation. We'll explore his early days as a daredevil pilot breaking speed records, then delve into his pivotal role...

Colonel Bruce Carr wasn't just a fighter pilot, he was a master of defying odds. This episode dives into the incredible true story of how he evaded capture after being shot down, then stole a German plane to escape. We'll a...

From his humble beginnings as a mechanic to his rise as a top fighter ace, Lt. Col. Walsh's journey is one of unwavering determination and exceptional bravery. Witness his daring missions in the Pacific Theater, where he face...

Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of Staff Sergeant Marcario Garcia, a true American hero and the first Mexican immigrant to be awarded the Medal of Honor. From his humble beginnings in Mexico to the intense batt...

On October 12, 1944 Jack and the other men of Company I faced a heavily defended German machine gun position that was inflicting heavy casualties on the advancing Americans. Ssg Pendleton volunteered to lead a squad on an at...

US Navy Lieutenant Albert David wasn't your typical war hero. He was a humble engineer thrust into the heart of an unthinkable mission: capturing a German U-boat at sea. In the vast expanse of the Atlantic, during the heat ...

On this episode of Duty & Valor you'll hear the story of US Army Tsgt. William Bader, a man who was awarded a Silver Star for saving the life of a fellow soldier. He was a hero to his nation and I'm honored to tell you his ...

Sergeant Major Kenneth Stumpf was more than just a soldier; he was a hero. This episode delves into the life of this remarkable individual, exploring his courageous actions during the Vietnam War and his impactful legacy. Ke...

In this episode of Duty & Valor, the true story about the bravery and sacrifice of Army Staff Sergeant Ruben Rivers. As a member of the 761st Tank Battalion, The Black Panthers, during World War II, Rivers exemplified unwav...

In this episode of Duty & Valor, we delve into the incredible true story of Major General James Day, a distinguished leader in the United States Marine Corps. From overcoming challenges to epitomizing the core values of the ...