Those who get a Cross from any branch of service gave their all to save others. Most do qualify for MOH if presented differently. Bless them all who gave their life to save another.
Love is shown in so many ways. Giving up his life trying to save his fellows is a strong example of this. How many lives must be saved to receive the higher honor? 2? 3? 75? Step out into love and share that love with those around you.
It’s wonderful to learn about the Navy Cross. It’s not as well known as the Medal of Honor, but represents courage and selflessness. John 15:13 definitely fits HM2 Gollie L. Grant. Men like Grant are a great inspiration. It’s always good to hear about those who served in Vietnam. That war was especially difficult for our vets due to their poor reception at home. Still they did their duty and deserve our respect.
We have so many heroes that did not receive the medals they deserved. In my county in Alabama, we have a Korean War Sergeant, Rudolph Farmer, who threw himself on a grenade to save his men. He was never nominated for a single award. That type of selfless bravery deserves the Medal of Honor. I'm writing his story for our local paper, the Andalusia Star-News, on Sep. 23, 2023.
Thank you Tara. HM2 Grant's actions on this September day in 1966 were probably worthy of the MOH but, documentation may have been lacking. His bravery and determination certainly was not lacking.
As a potential correction, Tara, I believe that the HN rating that has been attributed to Mr. Grant should be HM for Hospital Corpsman.
I was actually in Corps school in San Diego, CA when this action took place.
“gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.” Grant certainly exhibited these traits. He could have saved himself. The very definition of John 15:13.
I guess you have to save more than 2 lives (while giving your own!) for the Medal of Honor? I don't know. This is worthy of our appreciation, either way....
Even when you have lived with a Navy Corpsman all your life, they will seldom speak of the horrors of the (Chosen Reservoir) in Korea or the sleepless nights of Vietnam, in-country.
Could it be that they swore an oath to never reveal their fears, or does God [blank out], those days so that the next generations of Corpsmen won’t be afraid to go into combat?
Grant served as a high example of what a Hospital Corpsman lived and in his case died. Grant deserved more but that Navy Cross was rightfully awarded at the very least.
From another HM2, “Fair winds and following seas!” Thank you for your service!
By the way, Tara - the Rating Abbreviation for this rank is HM2. This is an E5. HN is the correct abbreviation for an E3. It’s the Navy way which is a good laugh!
Another remarkable story of the great sacrifices so many brave military service men and women that paid the ultimate price. Yet during the Vietnam War, many of them were vilified, spat on, cussed at and even assaulted for their service. Tara Ross I give you many thanks for your dedication in honoring those who have served our Country from the beginning of the formation of our Republic to today.
Gollie Grant's actions could easily be attributed to his training, yet as they said at the dedication of his memorial, greater love has no man than to lay down his life for a his friend. The Navy Cross is the least that this nation can do to honor him. Let him be remembered.
Those who get a Cross from any branch of service gave their all to save others. Most do qualify for MOH if presented differently. Bless them all who gave their life to save another.
Love is shown in so many ways. Giving up his life trying to save his fellows is a strong example of this. How many lives must be saved to receive the higher honor? 2? 3? 75? Step out into love and share that love with those around you.
It’s wonderful to learn about the Navy Cross. It’s not as well known as the Medal of Honor, but represents courage and selflessness. John 15:13 definitely fits HM2 Gollie L. Grant. Men like Grant are a great inspiration. It’s always good to hear about those who served in Vietnam. That war was especially difficult for our vets due to their poor reception at home. Still they did their duty and deserve our respect.
We have so many heroes that did not receive the medals they deserved. In my county in Alabama, we have a Korean War Sergeant, Rudolph Farmer, who threw himself on a grenade to save his men. He was never nominated for a single award. That type of selfless bravery deserves the Medal of Honor. I'm writing his story for our local paper, the Andalusia Star-News, on Sep. 23, 2023.
Thank you Tara. HM2 Grant's actions on this September day in 1966 were probably worthy of the MOH but, documentation may have been lacking. His bravery and determination certainly was not lacking.
As a potential correction, Tara, I believe that the HN rating that has been attributed to Mr. Grant should be HM for Hospital Corpsman.
I was actually in Corps school in San Diego, CA when this action took place.
“gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.” Grant certainly exhibited these traits. He could have saved himself. The very definition of John 15:13.
I guess you have to save more than 2 lives (while giving your own!) for the Medal of Honor? I don't know. This is worthy of our appreciation, either way....
Even when you have lived with a Navy Corpsman all your life, they will seldom speak of the horrors of the (Chosen Reservoir) in Korea or the sleepless nights of Vietnam, in-country.
Could it be that they swore an oath to never reveal their fears, or does God [blank out], those days so that the next generations of Corpsmen won’t be afraid to go into combat?
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Grant served as a high example of what a Hospital Corpsman lived and in his case died. Grant deserved more but that Navy Cross was rightfully awarded at the very least.
From another HM2, “Fair winds and following seas!” Thank you for your service!
By the way, Tara - the Rating Abbreviation for this rank is HM2. This is an E5. HN is the correct abbreviation for an E3. It’s the Navy way which is a good laugh!
Thank you HM2 Grant. Our grateful Nation honors you.
Another remarkable story of the great sacrifices so many brave military service men and women that paid the ultimate price. Yet during the Vietnam War, many of them were vilified, spat on, cussed at and even assaulted for their service. Tara Ross I give you many thanks for your dedication in honoring those who have served our Country from the beginning of the formation of our Republic to today.
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Gollie Grant's actions could easily be attributed to his training, yet as they said at the dedication of his memorial, greater love has no man than to lay down his life for a his friend. The Navy Cross is the least that this nation can do to honor him. Let him be remembered.
Thank you, Tara.