PFC Gene Atkins was another member of the Greatest Generation whose love for his country gave him the determination and vigor to fight beyond normal human endurance to save his platoon from being wiped out. While very seriously wounded, he persevered, even killing enemy soldiers while he was on a stretcher, awaiting treatment.
PFC Thomas Eugene Atkins was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions. His hometown got together to provide Gene and his new bride with the funds to purchase a small farm, a house and furniture and farm equipment. I would say that Mr. Atkins earned the respect and thanks of greatful Americans.
God bless Mr. Atkins and all who serve or have served this great nation. Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday on Tuesday.
This is the sort of story we need to hear--communities putting forth real help to those who have bled and some have died to keep our country free! Honor our heroes!
Wow! Shooting from behind logs; then while on a litter! The church ladies were right: " “It is men like you, Pfc. Atkins, that makes this America of ours the wonderful place it is.” Thank you Tara Ross!
Whatever the service branch, whatever the conflict in which you served, to the veterans who offer their perspective and their comments here, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your special point of view. We don’t say it enough, but we appreciate you.
Brought me to tears. The love in people for PFC Atkins was amazing and awesome. He was amazing and awesome also. Love and prayers for him, his wife, their family and the community.
Every community ought to help veterans thisaway!
PFC Gene Atkins was another member of the Greatest Generation whose love for his country gave him the determination and vigor to fight beyond normal human endurance to save his platoon from being wiped out. While very seriously wounded, he persevered, even killing enemy soldiers while he was on a stretcher, awaiting treatment.
PFC Thomas Eugene Atkins was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions. His hometown got together to provide Gene and his new bride with the funds to purchase a small farm, a house and furniture and farm equipment. I would say that Mr. Atkins earned the respect and thanks of greatful Americans.
God bless Mr. Atkins and all who serve or have served this great nation. Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday on Tuesday.
This is the sort of story we need to hear--communities putting forth real help to those who have bled and some have died to keep our country free! Honor our heroes!
Wow! Shooting from behind logs; then while on a litter! The church ladies were right: " “It is men like you, Pfc. Atkins, that makes this America of ours the wonderful place it is.” Thank you Tara Ross!
🇺🇲 Thanks for sharing Pfc. Atkins story, and the love and care his community showed afterwards.
In my mind, that's the definition of American Exceptionalism. 🇺🇸
Now that is one of the most heart warming stories I have ever seen. A big thank you to all those that helped him.
He was amazingly gifted to be able to spot the enemy sneaking into camp when others failed to. He is a hero and so is his hometown!
A great story of bravery, but even more a heart warming story of love and gratitude!!! Thanks Tara!!
Thank you, Tara.
❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Whatever the service branch, whatever the conflict in which you served, to the veterans who offer their perspective and their comments here, thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your special point of view. We don’t say it enough, but we appreciate you.
Brought me to tears. The love in people for PFC Atkins was amazing and awesome. He was amazing and awesome also. Love and prayers for him, his wife, their family and the community.
Thank you Tara!
The “common” man…🇺🇸🙏🏻💖
Wow, what an indomitable spirit! His parents, and community taught him well.
That was a wonderful story of courage, heroism, and a happy ending of community, love, and being grateful. Thank you Tara!
Thank you Gene Atkins! You were a gifted discerner of the enemy’ wiles. Your gift saved many of men that day.