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Edward Jones's avatar

Time and time again, modest raise themselves up to do miraculous things for the love, honor and needs of our Country. God Bless them and God Bless the USA.

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Barb's avatar

Tara, thank you for introducing us to the heroes of our country week after week. We're blessed to have so many of them!

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Wally Firkins's avatar

What a man and hero! Charles Thomas did what Heros do, he was a leader and he didn't flinch in taking the fire that led to ultimate victory of the battle. Although it nearly cost his own life.

Thomas' actions were worthy of the MOH and finally, he would receive the Medal posthumously. I believe that his and others deeds went unrewarded because of racial discrimination but just maybe, the bravery displayed by Mr. Thomas helped to resolve some of the discrimination for future heroes.

Rest in peace Mr. Thomas and thank you for your sacrifice for our continued freedom.

Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday.

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Jack Miller's avatar

Thanks for this important lesson. I am better for knowing Charles Thomas. RIP Sir.

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Sandy Schultz's avatar

I have been reading many history biographies and autobiographies lately. It seems that the black Americans took great pride in their country during both the Civil War and the World Wars. How sad that our military only saw the color of their skin instead of the content of their character.

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J . Zedalis's avatar

An extraordinary, inspirational leader and Warrior - May God grant you the eternal peace and happiness you so richly

deserve ! Thank you for your service and sacrifice 👏🏻

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Bruce Barlond's avatar

Another great story of heroism in the face of crippling and deadly fire as he lead his troops to victory!

Charles Thomas received his Medal late but he got the full credit he deserved!

Thank you, Tara, for another GREAT story!

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Phyllis Stallins's avatar

All Honor to Major Charles Thomas. And to his Battalion for the Honor they deserve. Going above and beyond..

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David Brumbaugh's avatar

Lt. Thomas did inspire his men, obviously because he took the lead, and just plain did not quit. Even when seriously wounded, he kept leading and kept going until he had his men in position to achieve the task at hand.

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Charles Baesler's avatar

Lt. Charles Thomas was a Real Hero in his service to our Country. May he Rest-In-Peace. He should have received a MOH at that time rather than later. Thank you Tara for another great War Account.

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Mark E Johnson's avatar

It never ceases to amaze me just how much those who receive the CMH site their activities as just doing their job, or in this case, just trying to stay alive. Well done, Captain Thomas, RIP.

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Jim's avatar

Another great Medal of Honor Monday 🎖 story of Heroism! Thank you Tara 😊

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Samuel Vanderburg's avatar

A remarkable American man who put his country above his own needs and wants. We need more of his kind of man! May he rest in peace.

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Johnny Baker Jr. MLA's avatar

I'm reminded of the Patton quote about dying for your country every time I read your Medal Monday stories!

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Linda Mormino's avatar

An incredible warrior and brave man. Thank you Tara, excellent story.

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Bob Hall's avatar

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