Cheli didn’t have to go, but he didn’t want his men in harm’s way unless he was there, too. “[W]hen the mission was going to be tough,” a pilot later said, “we could be sure Cheli would be out there."
It’s heartbreaking to think that the sacrifices of men like Major Chili are often unknown or forgotten over time. Your contribution in telling the stories of our brave and selfless heroes is deeply appreciated.
It's said that the military grows leaders. I believe that it provides tools to assist, but leadership is something that is inherent in the greatest of our leaders and cannot be taught.
What a story of heroism. Major Cheli did what movies are made about. His leadership and his patriotism kept many others alive. His ability to accept torture and even death without betrayal to his country are remarkable. RIP Major, your MOH was well earned.
Thank you Tara and welcome back from your honorable sentence in Facebook isolation.
It’s heartbreaking to think that the sacrifices of men like Major Chili are often unknown or forgotten over time. Your contribution in telling the stories of our brave and selfless heroes is deeply appreciated.
It's said that the military grows leaders. I believe that it provides tools to assist, but leadership is something that is inherent in the greatest of our leaders and cannot be taught.
Ralph Cheli, another brave young man whose sacrifice must be remembered 🇺🇸
Such a young man with the gift of such mature thought and decision making under fire.
A sad ending for a great man. So young.
What a story of heroism. Major Cheli did what movies are made about. His leadership and his patriotism kept many others alive. His ability to accept torture and even death without betrayal to his country are remarkable. RIP Major, your MOH was well earned.
Thank you Tara and welcome back from your honorable sentence in Facebook isolation.
Another inspiring story of heroism and heartbreak. Thanks, Tara!
Another story of Greatness and Sacrifice I had never heard of before!
Cheli gave up everything he had to go off and fight for Freedom!
What a Great man!!
Thank you Tara!!
I know this sacrifice isn't greater because of his family, but it sure seems so.
Thank you for sharing these stories! Inspiring and heartbreaking at the same time!
His dedication, leadership and honor are the value of service to your country RIP Sir.
Thank you for your service.
R I P HERO!!! 🇺🇸
Most definitely a man of great courage and honor. RIP SOLDIER. Thank you Tara!
RIP, Sir. indeed. Thank you, Tara.
A remarkable officer, pilot, and leader who did his duty and more. So worthy…