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Sandy Schultz's avatar

Thank you Tara! I so look forward to your Medal of Honor Mondays.

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Patty's avatar

I do too!

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Patty's avatar

It’s always astounding how a man will put his own life on the line to help others. Harvey Barnum is one more person whose heroic actions resulted in many spared lives. It takes a strong courageous man to inspire others to follow his lead when the outcome is uncertain. Excellence in leadership!

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John Luce's avatar

Once again, a winner! Thanks, Tara

Great way to start the week with these uplifting accounts of brave American men & women

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Mark E Johnson's avatar

Of course he went back! He was a Jarhead!!! Semper Fi!!!

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Tv's avatar

🇺🇲 Thank you, Colonel Barnum! We truly appreciate your service! 🇺🇸

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Edward Jones's avatar

Lt. Harvey Barnum exhibited his leadership and hi Esprit de Corps in his action that day as well as his continued support for his troops as he volunteered for more action. Congratulations for the MOH as well as your Silver Star, Purple Heart and other awards so proudly exhibited on your chest.

Simper Fi Marine and I’m glad you made it home.

❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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Wally Firkins's avatar

God bless the United States Marine Corps and men like Harvey "Barney" Barnum. His extraordinary acts of bravery earned him the MOH and undoubtedly, the respect of every one of his fellow Marines.

Thank you Tara for another MOH Monday.

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David Brumbaugh's avatar

Though the description of the events leading to Barnum's nomination for the MOH is short, it does indeed show his dedication to his fellow Marines and their mission.

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tracy whitfield's avatar

great story...gad heros are not forgotten....

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Bruce Barlond's avatar

Thank you, Tara, for another fine story of a soldier risking his all for his fellow soldiers!

Thank God for His gift to our nation!

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Wes Bygel's avatar

Great American Hero!

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Dan Cale's avatar

You've turned Monday into my favorite day of the week! Retiring probably helped, but I'm giving MOH Monday the credit.

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Jeff Rauch's avatar

Just one of the many heroes.

The ones that never made it home are heroes

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Timmothy Kirschstein's avatar

Great read Tara

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Jim's avatar

Semper-fi Marine and Thank you for your Service! Thank you Tara 😊 💓

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Cliff Coburn's avatar

I'd like to think I have the cojones to do the same if I'm ever in a similar situation. He was one incredible hero!

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