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Michael M. Bosak, Jr.: The Marine that “couldn’t type” advises “Live Life”

2018-06-01T21:13:05-05:00

At first, along with his BAR fire team, Michael worked as a stretcher bearer. This was his first experience caring for anyone who was wounded. Michael recalled carrying many seriously wounded soldiers down the mountainous terrain while live fire battles were continuing. He and others would carry the stretchers to the awaiting helicopters where they were met by medical teams.

Michael M. Bosak, Jr.: The Marine that “couldn’t type” advises “Live Life”2018-06-01T21:13:05-05:00

Roger G. Liddicoatt: I Never Give Up!

2018-06-01T21:13:20-05:00

Roger readily admits he was “scared as hell” when he was taken. The Chinese soldiers wrapped a tourniquet around his leg to stop the bleeding, and slapped something mysterious on his wounds. Then, he was held in a 4’ x 6’ cell with a low ceiling, where he survived on a diet of raw fish and rice, and an occasional helping of green, spicy kimchi.

Roger G. Liddicoatt: I Never Give Up!2018-06-01T21:13:20-05:00

Maj. General Clifton C. Capp: When Duty Calls A Leader Answers

2018-06-01T21:13:31-05:00

General Capp retired from the military in 1983 after almost 36 years of service in the Illinois National Guard, the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Reserve. During his military career he was highly decorated, earning the Distinguished Service Medal; the Meritorious Service Medal; the Army Commendation Medal; the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters; the United Nations Service Medal; the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with two hourglass devices (denoting 20+ years of service); the National Defense Service Medal; the Army Service Ribbon; and the Bronze Order of the de Fleury Medal, presented to an outstanding individual who has rendered significant service or support to an element of the Engineer Regiment.

Maj. General Clifton C. Capp: When Duty Calls A Leader Answers2018-06-01T21:13:31-05:00

Arnold R. Painter, Jr.: Military Service – A Family Tradition With Surprising Twists

2018-06-01T21:14:14-05:00

By the summer of 1953, Arnie was promoted to 1st Sergeant. During the fierce battle around Pork Chop Hill, 1st Sergeant (E7) Arnold R. Painter Jr., was wounded when he took a bayonet to his midsection ... His next recollection was waking up on a hospital ship, recovering from his injuries. As fate would have it, in the bed next to him was none other than Arnold R. Painter, Arnie's father, who was recovering from his fourth eye operation. As soon as Arnie Sr. was able to focus, he recognized his son, and stated, “Arnie, (expletives deleted !) what are you doing here? ” The 1st Sergeant immediately notified the Army that his son, Arnie Jr. was only 16, and had lied on his enlistment papers.

Arnold R. Painter, Jr.: Military Service – A Family Tradition With Surprising Twists2018-06-01T21:14:14-05:00

Ralph W. Mueller: From printing to surgery in one quick enlistment

2018-05-08T08:29:51-05:00

Practical nursing duties, like making a hospital bed and caring for patients was also part of his training, as well as general maintenance of a surgical unit. Despite having no medical background, Ralph was enthusiastic about his new assignment and says “when you love something, you can learn anything.”

Ralph W. Mueller: From printing to surgery in one quick enlistment2018-05-08T08:29:51-05:00

Dale P. Buhl: His voice led to an Armed Forces Network assignment

2018-05-08T08:30:25-05:00

Dale went to Nuremberg, Germany with the 371st Armored Infantry Division. His new world of 201 files and Morning Reports did not really satisfy his creative mind. A buddy suggested that, with his voice and experience, Dale should look into the Armed Forces Network (AFN).

Dale P. Buhl: His voice led to an Armed Forces Network assignment2018-05-08T08:30:25-05:00

William T. DeCicco: Trained as an artist and with heavy weapons

2018-05-08T08:30:57-05:00

Sergeant DeCicco “distinguished himself . . . serving as a Section Leader in a machine gun platoon, inspired his men through his distinguished leadership and courage while detailed on the outpost line of resistance in support of infantry operations.

William T. DeCicco: Trained as an artist and with heavy weapons2018-05-08T08:30:57-05:00

Donald E. Bennett: “Atomic Annie” was one big gun

2018-05-08T08:31:27-05:00

After preparing the weapon to be fired, they were ordered into a trench and told to close their eyes and cover their faces with their forearms ... Even though they had their eyes closed and forearms over them, Don says the blast was so bright that you could see it right through your arm.

Donald E. Bennett: “Atomic Annie” was one big gun2018-05-08T08:31:27-05:00

Charles A. Griffea: A common cause

2021-01-25T13:29:41-06:00

If the dirt roads and mountainous terrain of North Korea weren’t difficult enough for moving men, equipment and supplies in the warm months, when winter set in, they quickly learned that surviving mud, snow, ice and -30 degree temperatures was “the real challenge.”

Charles A. Griffea: A common cause2021-01-25T13:29:41-06:00
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