mjosparky 4 #1 January 29, 2011 For those out there that really they are a bad ass. Sparky http://biggeekdad.com/2010/01/tango-mike-mike/My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrmrangers 0 #2 January 29, 2011 Wow, how was he able to stay alive never mind continue to fight. god bless him!Wait , I pull what first? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings-n-Things 0 #3 January 29, 2011 You bastard! You should have warned me I would need a box of tissues to watch that. WOW! What a story and what a soldier. Hooah.Card carrying member of the Nanny State Liberation Front Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zep 0 #4 January 29, 2011 +1 I think deep with in us we all have that kind selfless courage, some of us just have to dig deeper to find it. LEST WE FORGET God of our fathers, known of old— Lord of our far-flung battle line— Beneath whose awful hand we hold Dominion over palm and pine— Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget—lest we forget! The tumult and the shouting dies— The Captains and the Kings depart— Still stands Thine ancient sacrifice, An humble and a contrite heart. Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget—lest we forget! Far-called our navies melt away— On dune and headland sinks the fire— Lo, all our pomp of yesterday Is one with Nineveh and Tyre! Judge of the Nations, spare us yet, Lest we forget—lest we forget! If, drunk with sight of power, we loose Wild tongues that have not Thee in awe— Such boastings as the Gentiles use, Or lesser breeds without the Law— Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget—lest we forget! For heathen heart that puts her trust In reeking tube and iron shard— All valiant dust that builds on dust, And guarding calls not Thee to guard. For frantic boast and foolish word, Thy Mercy on Thy People, Lord! Amen. Gone fishing Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #5 January 29, 2011 Thanks for posting that! I'm speechless. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #6 January 29, 2011 An amazing story that needs to be told and retold. And so many MOH recipients will say there were men and deeds on the battlefield even more courageous than theirs, but sometimes go unheralded. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #7 January 29, 2011 How true. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NovaTTT 2 #8 January 29, 2011 Dad was in Viet Nam with the 5th Special Forces Group. I asked him if he knew Sgt. Benavidez and wasn't surprised that he did. They were in country at the same time but were on different teams. Dad said Benavidez was a remarkable man and they were friendly through the years. Dad attended Sgt. Benavidez' memorial service and said there was not a dry eye in attendance. Dad is having serious health issues his VA doctor said are related to Agent Orange exposure. Let's keep all of our vets in our prayers and memories."Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #9 January 30, 2011 QuoteDad was in Viet Nam with the 5th Special Forces Group. I asked him if he knew Sgt. Benavidez and wasn't surprised that he did. They were in country at the same time but were on different teams. I'm honestly surprised they never named anything (that I saw anyways) after him down at group. I did actually meet him, he spoke at my school way back when. I didn't understand what he had done back then, but damn, once I found out, I was humbled."I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lastchance 0 #10 January 30, 2011 Incredible story. Thanks for posting it. I have been putting in resumes for several years now and am damn proud to say that I am finally going to work at the #1 rated VA hospital in the U.S. Fort Harrison , Helena Mt. I myself have been receiving my medical care there for the last 15 years. It's time to give back to those who have given so much of themselves for us. I may be getting old but I got to see all the cool bands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbordson 8 #11 January 30, 2011 Incredible. Simply an inspiring man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coreece 190 #12 January 30, 2011 QuoteIncredible. Simply an inspiring man. What is incredibly inspiring is that this is just simply a MAN.Your secrets are the true reflection of who you really are... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LongWayToFall 0 #13 January 30, 2011 Thanks for the story. Americans owe much to there past generations. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billeisele 130 #14 January 30, 2011 amazing story, so many other real men and women heros yet most of the news is about insignificant politicians and Hollywood'ers if you want a day-long humbling experience, join an Honor Flight with a plane full of WWII folks http://www.honorflightsc.com/Give one city to the thugs so they can all live together. I vote for Chicago where they have strict gun laws. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyh2omedic 0 #15 February 4, 2011 Roy P. Benavidez American Legion Post #400 in San Antonio, Texas Roy P. Benavidez Army Reserve Center Roy P. Benavidez Artillery Training Area 67 at Fort Sill, Oklahoma Roy P. Benavidez City Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado Roy P. Benavidez Elementary School in Gulfton, Houston, Texas Roy P. Benavidez Elementary School in San Antonio, Texas Roy P. Benavidez Foundation, Inc. Roy P. Benavidez Military Range at Fort Knox, Kentucky Roy P. Benavidez National Guard Armory in El Campo, Texas Roy P. Benavidez Scholarship Fund in El Campo Roy P. Benavidez Special Operations Logistic Complex at Fort Bragg, North Carolina United States Military Academy West Point Saber USNS Benavidez, a Bob Hope-class roll on roll off vehicle cargo ship The conference Room owned and operated by the Department of Military Instruction. Inside the "Benavidez Room" there are signed pictures of MSG Benavidez, the citation from his Medal of Honor, and a G.I. Joe toy created in his likeness. The room is used primarily for planning Cadet Summer Military Training and hosting visitors."You can't teach what you don't know and you can't lead where you won't go" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #16 February 4, 2011 I meant down at 5th Group (his unit) We had many places named after people, but never saw a 'Camp/FOB/AOB/Building Roy P. Benavidez' But, I was only there for 5 years, there could've been something, I just never saw it."I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vanair 0 #17 April 1, 2011 WOW here are 2 more unforgetables. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Freeman http://www.foxnews.com/us/2009/12/03/decorated-veteran-fights-raise-flag-yard/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #18 April 2, 2011 QuoteWOW here are 2 more unforgetables. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Freeman http://www.foxnews.com/us/2009/12/03/decorated-veteran-fights-raise-flag-yard/My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeJD 0 #19 April 3, 2011 Quoteamazing story, so many other real men and women heros Agreed. And not to take away from Benavidez at all, but many truly heroic actions are not military at all - which makes them even less likely to be widely reported or recognised. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
