What a tremendous assault against far superior force. Knowing the Marines on Guadalcanal had no other hope, the task force made a sacrificial direct attack. The MOH was aptly earned that day. May God bless them all and may they rest in peace.
What bravery and selfless sacrifice. This was noble action and all medals deservedly won. The marines and the country owe a debt of gratitude to these most courageous daring sailors. Guadalcanal was pure hell - my father was a CB and part of the airstrip construction team there - strafed and bombed often. He never discussed it but it had a lifelong impact.
Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday, a multiple. What a battle was Guadalcanal. So many men killed on both sides.
As a former Navy Corpsman, and as the son of a WW2 Chief Motor Machinest, I am so proud of our Navy.
I lived in Florence, CO as a child and currently live 9 miles away from Florence, in Cañon City. Bruce McCandless' hometown was Florence. We have a VA long term care facility in Florence, named after Bruce McCandless.
Thank You, Tara, for reminding us of the sacrifices our military made to keep us and the World 🌍 safe from the threat of Communism, and here we are today 😱 will reStack ASAP 💯👍❄️🌲⛄
These are the men who came before us who set the standard for those who would follow. We are a blessed Nation. Thank you gentlemen for your courage and bravery in the thick of it.
Amazing courage displayed by these sailors. Courageous leadership and tactics to save those Naval vessels was not taught in Navy boot camp. They knew their ships and pushed the envelope to keep them afloat!
Thank you for the amazing account! I remain impressed as the next man up steps in with a great amount of courage and fortitude. The Navy has had some tremendous heroes and still does.
Another wonderful reminder of the struggle these heros faced in WW11. My father was in the Pacific Theater. These naval battles had to have been terrorizing. Thank you Tara for another wonderful gem 💎 💖.....
What a tremendous assault against far superior force. Knowing the Marines on Guadalcanal had no other hope, the task force made a sacrificial direct attack. The MOH was aptly earned that day. May God bless them all and may they rest in peace.
Giving the full measure of their lives, they led their crews to success. RIP, gentlemen, your honorable actions are not forgotten.
Exactly Right Mark ✅️ 👏 👌 💯 👍
What bravery and selfless sacrifice. This was noble action and all medals deservedly won. The marines and the country owe a debt of gratitude to these most courageous daring sailors. Guadalcanal was pure hell - my father was a CB and part of the airstrip construction team there - strafed and bombed often. He never discussed it but it had a lifelong impact.
5 Medals for one action! Wow! 🏅🥇
I know, right?!
Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday, a multiple. What a battle was Guadalcanal. So many men killed on both sides.
As a former Navy Corpsman, and as the son of a WW2 Chief Motor Machinest, I am so proud of our Navy.
I lived in Florence, CO as a child and currently live 9 miles away from Florence, in Cañon City. Bruce McCandless' hometown was Florence. We have a VA long term care facility in Florence, named after Bruce McCandless.
Like always Tara your post MOH Monday is the first read on Monday mornings. Thank you!
Thank You, Tara, for reminding us of the sacrifices our military made to keep us and the World 🌍 safe from the threat of Communism, and here we are today 😱 will reStack ASAP 💯👍❄️🌲⛄
These are the men who came before us who set the standard for those who would follow. We are a blessed Nation. Thank you gentlemen for your courage and bravery in the thick of it.
Amazing courage displayed by these sailors. Courageous leadership and tactics to save those Naval vessels was not taught in Navy boot camp. They knew their ships and pushed the envelope to keep them afloat!
Courage under all odds!
Thank you for the amazing account! I remain impressed as the next man up steps in with a great amount of courage and fortitude. The Navy has had some tremendous heroes and still does.
Another wonderful reminder of the struggle these heros faced in WW11. My father was in the Pacific Theater. These naval battles had to have been terrorizing. Thank you Tara for another wonderful gem 💎 💖.....
Thank you, Tara, for sharing the stories. I thank God for men like these!
Thank you for the post. It is hard to imagine what they faced on Guadalcanal.....
Bless their hearts. When the going gets tough, the tough attacks.
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Some gave all. An inspiring MoHM. Great read, Tara.