Helen Johnston rescued by Delta Force & SAS, just one instance of the incredible heroism & dedication demonstrated by the American military & our allies in Afghanistan over twenty years. You can conclude the rest…. Honor & remember the 2,402 who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Oliver Hazard Perry, the great American naval officer and Rhode Islander, led the United States to victory on Lake Eerie in 1813 over the British, after building a fleet of eight ships. He motivated his men with a giant battle flag emblazoned with the dying words of his friend, James Lawrence: “Don’t Give Up The Ship!” Lawrence, commanding the USS … Read More

Rudolfo Hernandez, a paratrooper with the 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team during the summer 1951 United Nations counter-offensive, earned the Medal of Honor on this day for his aggressive defense of Hill 420 against Chinese communist troops.  After running our of grenades and rifle ammunition, Hernandez charged with the bayonet, killing six enemy before collapsing from his extensive wounds. His … Read More