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Edward Jones's avatar

One of the first lessons we learned in Marine Corps Boot Camp is exactly what he is remembered for: Black, White, Indian, Mexican, Chinese, Korean-that's all different shades. But blood is Red and the uniform is Green. And we all fight for freedom. Ooh Rah!

Semper Fi to all you Marines out there. Once a Marine, always a Marine.

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Wally Firkins's avatar

Thank you Tara for another MOH story this week. Pvt. Ralph Henry Johnson gave his life without thought, in order to save the lives of his fellow Marines and, he was posthumously awarded the MOH for his last brave act. A thoughtful young man, Johnson was well liked and respected by his fellow Marines. As his Lt said, men may be of different shades but blood is red, the uniform is green and we fight for freedom. God bless Mr. Johnson and God bless all who have served or currently serve this great nation.

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Richard Ritenbaugh's avatar

War is hell, but self-sacrifice to save others is heavenly. His Bible-reading went to his heart.

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Johnny Baker Jr. MLA's avatar

Blood is red. The uniform is green. 🪖 🎖️

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Frances McGraw's avatar

My heart skipped a beat reading this. Oh my! What a Marine!

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Jim's avatar

Another job well done Marine 🫡Semper-fi!

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Will Southcombe's avatar

A fitting tribute to a true Hero: "“Black, white, Indian, Mexican, Chinese, Korean—that’s all different shades,” McClary concluded. “But blood is red. The uniform is green. And we fight for freedom.” Thank you, Tara Ross, for keeping these memories alive.

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Samuel Vanderburg's avatar

Another tremendous American! We all bleed red. Ralph Johnson’s courage is a call to live worthy of his sacrifice so that others might live. Thank you for sharing his story. Thank you, Private Johnson, for your service to our country.

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Patty's avatar

Another MOH post is always a bonus, Tara. Ralph Johnson was indeed a hero. Great quote from McClary: “Black, white, Indian, Mexican, Chinese, Korean-that’s all different shades, but blood is red. The uniform is green. And we fight for freedom.” All honor to Johnson and all who fight for freedom.

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Timothy Randol's avatar

Thank you

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Jody's avatar

Happy Hump Day on a bright sunny spring like morning Tara Ross!😉💯🇱🇷🏴‍☠️❤️🌹

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James M Airesman's avatar

Thank you, Tara.

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John Buckley's avatar

Thank you, Tara, for todays MOH for Ralph Johnson. As was written, “But blood is red. The uniform is green. And we fight for freedom.” There are times when the Heroes walk among us, but they have yet to walk into that opportunity, [YET]! Hopefully, they will make us proud to be Free Americans.

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Jack Miller's avatar

Well done Marine. Blood is Red, Uniform is Green. We are all Brothers and we Defend for Freedoms!

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Sika57's avatar

No greater love, than to give your life for your friends and that is what he did!!!

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Tv's avatar

🇺🇸 "Black, white, Indian, Mexican, Chinese, Korean—that’s all different shades, but blood is red. The uniform is green. And we fight for freedom.”

That sums it up very well.

The humility, courage, and selflessness of these men is beyond words.

Thank you, TR, for sharing Pvt. Johnson's story.

Lest we forget! 🇺🇸

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