Coast Guard Medal Citation: The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Coast Guard Medal to Master Chief Boatswain's Mate Michael P. Leavitt, United States Coast Guard, for heroism on the evening of 25 February 2007, while part of a land rescue party from Station…
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 exceptional leadership turned the tide in some of the war's most brutal battles. Hear the…
Col. John Glenn was a military aviator, pioneering astronaut, and U.S. senator. Glenn served as a combat pilot in World War II and the Korean War, earning numerous decorations. Selected as one of the original "Mercury Seven" astronauts, he became the first American to orbit the Earth on February 20,…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and exceptionally distinguished service above and beyond the call of duty as communication officer of the U.S.S. San Francisco in combat with enemy Japanese forces in the battle off Savo Island, 12-13 November 1942. In the midst of a violent night engagement, the…
Medal of Honor Citation For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of the 3d Assault Battalion Landing Team, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Iwo Jima, Volcano Islands, from 19-22…
Navy Cross Citation: For extraordinary heroism as a light machine gunner serving with the Third Battalion, Twenty-Fourth Marines, FOURTH Marine Division in action against enemy Japanese forces during the battle of Namur island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands, 1 February 1944. Directed to bring the fire of his gun on a…
Air Force Cross Citation: Pararescueman Jason Cunningham served on a quick-reaction MH-47E helicopter rescuing American troops surrounded by al-Qaeda fighters on Takur Ghar Mountain in Afghanistan. When enemy fire forced down the MH-47E, Cunningham provided medical assistance to the wounded despite freezing temperatures and heavy enemy gunfire. When a fire…
Steve McQueen, the iconic actor known for his roles in classic films like "The Great Escape" and "Bullitt," served in the United States Marine Corps. McQueen enlisted in the Marines in 1947 at the age of 17. He was assigned to an armored unit and was eventually promoted to the…
Medal of Honor Citation: Sergeant First Class Christopher A. Celiz distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty while engaged with the enemy in Paktia Province, Afghanistan, on July 12th, 2018. As the leader of a special purpose unit comprised of partnered forces and members of…
Medal of Honor Citation: On 16 June 1943, Maj. Zeamer (then Capt.) volunteered as pilot of a bomber on an important photographic mapping mission covering the formidably defended area in the vicinity of Buka, Solomon Islands. While photographing the Buka airdrome, his crew observed about 20 enemy fighters on the…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a rifleman with Company M in action against enemy forces. While serving as point man for the 2d Platoon, Pfc. Coker was leading his patrol…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty Private First Class Anthony T. Kaho'ohanohano, Company H, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against the enemy in the vicinity of…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with a Marine Rifle Company in the 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Chain,…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Capt. Young distinguished himself while serving as a helicopter rescue crew commander. Capt. Young was flying escort for another helicopter attempting the night rescue of an Army ground…
Chuck Norris Didn't Serve in the Air Force, The Air Force Served Under Him. Before he roundhouse-kicked his way into Hollywood, Chuck Norris served in the military! Carlos Ray "Chuck" Norris enlisted in the Air Force in 1958, and while at Osan Air Base in South Korea, he discovered his…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidityat the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty: First Lieutenant John R. Fox distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism at the risk of his own life on 26 December 1944 in the Serchio River Valley Sector, in the…
Major Kurt Chew-Een Lee, a 1st Lt. at the time, was a Marine of Chinese descent, who demonstrated exceptional bravery during the Korean War. In November 1950, amidst heavy snowfall, he conducted a solo reconnaissance mission, using his knowledge of Mandarin to confuse and deter Chinese soldiers attacking his unit.…
Medal of Honor Citation: His company was advancing behind the tanks when it was halted by hostile machine-gun fire. Going forward alone, he rushed a machine-gun nest, killed several of the crew with his bayonet, and, standing astride his gun, held off the others until reinforcements arrived and captured them.…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against enemy aggressor forces. With his company engaged in defending a vitally important hill position well forward of the main line of resistance during an assault…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty on 8 September 1944, near Les Coates, Brittany, France. When the advance of flank companies of two battalions was halted by intense enemy mortar, machine-gun, and sniper fire from…
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 life and legacy of this remarkable soldier, from his early days in Oklahoma to his fearless…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. On 21 April 1967, during Operation Union, elements of Company F, conducting offensive operations at Binh Son, encountered a firmly entrenched enemy force and immediately deployed to engage…
Medal of Honor Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Col. Jones distinguished himself as the pilot of an A-1H Skyraider aircraft near Dong Hoi, North Vietnam. On that day, as the on-scene commander in the…
In 1971, the year George Strait eloped and married Norma Voss, he joined the United States Army as an infantryman. At Schofield Barracks in Hawaii with the 25th Infantry Division, Strait seized an opportunity to showcase his musical talents by auditioning for and joining an Army-sponsored country music band called…