He’d been a regular kid, then a high school athlete. As so many in that generation did, though, he stepped up when his country needed him during World War II.
Benjamin’s actions bring to mind a phrase: “Am I worthy?” Rest in peace, Private. May we live worthy of sacrifices of so many like this so we can live in freedom.
RIP hero Benjamin. Your heroic actions saved American lives as you willingly gave yours. It makes me happy to see the town you grew up in continue to celebrate your sacrifice. Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday.
I’m sure his wife and son’s would have rather had Their husband/dad with them, but his heroics possibly saved numerous other husbands and fathers to return home safely. Sometimes we never know the full impact of others heroic acts. God Bless all Heroes. ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The sheer scale of heroism in this account brings tears to my eyes. Add this young man (25!) to the list of so many other courageous souls who may have remained unknown to many of us if not for this important forum. God bless this authentic American hero, and many thanks to you, Ms. Ross, for bringing his selfless acts of valor to light.
Benjamin’s actions bring to mind a phrase: “Am I worthy?” Rest in peace, Private. May we live worthy of sacrifices of so many like this so we can live in freedom.
RIP hero Benjamin. Your heroic actions saved American lives as you willingly gave yours. It makes me happy to see the town you grew up in continue to celebrate your sacrifice. Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday.
So many heroes from that generation.
The natural reaction when facing flying bullets is to duck for cover and/or run. The hero runs into the hail of bullets. RIP Benjamin.
Thank you, Private Benjamin on behalf of a grateful Nation!
Another worthy recipient of the MOH. RIP Mr. Benjamin.
I am humbled this morning reading this.
Incredible
I’m sure his wife and son’s would have rather had Their husband/dad with them, but his heroics possibly saved numerous other husbands and fathers to return home safely. Sometimes we never know the full impact of others heroic acts. God Bless all Heroes. ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
The sheer scale of heroism in this account brings tears to my eyes. Add this young man (25!) to the list of so many other courageous souls who may have remained unknown to many of us if not for this important forum. God bless this authentic American hero, and many thanks to you, Ms. Ross, for bringing his selfless acts of valor to light.
These stories of families left behind are softened only by the need for such heroism.
Thank you, Tara.
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A Greatest Generation hero. So many gone through never forgotten.
A Real American Hero!
A Hero who gave his all for his country and his family! His actions under fire saved the lives of his fellow solders and won the battle!
Thank you, Tara, for another story of bravery under fire which the people of our nation must never forget!
FREEDOM is not FREE!