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An article I came across: The photograph is of a horse that was once named one of the 100 all time American heroes by Life Magazine. Staff Sergeant Reckless (c. 1948 – May 13, 1968), was a decorated war horse who held official rank in the United States military. For her exemplary service to the Marine Corps, Reckless was awarded two Purple Hearts (for the wounds received during the Battle of Vegas), a Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, a Presidential Unit Citation with bronze star, the National Defense Service Medal, a Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Korea Medal, a Navy Unit Commendation, and a Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. She was officially promoted to Staff Sergeant in 1959 by the Commandant of the Marine Corps. An American Marine gun crew during the Korean War bought the Mongolian bred mare with their own money and trained her to carry shells for the recoilless rifle they called ‘Reckless’. They also named the mare ‘Reckless’, and she became their mascot and an indispensable member of their gun crew. Reckless often, under heavy fire, made countless trips delivering ammunition from the supply point to the gun. She would often do this alone. The photograph is of Reckless beside a 75mm recoilless rifle during the Korean War. I have also read that Reckless completed 51 solo trips in a single day during the Battle for Outpost Vegas in 1953. The battle raged for 5 days and it is estimated that there were over 1,000 American casualties and twice that number of Chinese during the battle. It is regarded as one of the bloodiest battles in Marine Corps history. Reckless was also used to evacuate the wounded and was injured twice. In recognition of her incredible war service, she was presented with a special citation for bravery by the Marines and promoted to Sergeant. The Marines personally payed for her travel to the United States, where she enjoyed a well-earned retirement pastured at Camp Pendleton. Reckless died in 1968. There are books about Sergeant Reckless. Lest We Forget. Photograph came from Wikipedia
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Army Chaplain Emil J. Kapaun Brought Home from Korea
John Morris posted a topic in The Veterans Corner and Causes Forum
Watching Chris Wallace this morning, I viewed a segment on the POW/MIA division bringing our military folks back home, scouring our earth for the missing, going back to WWII. This year the special unit brought this man back along with his buddies from Korea. An incredible man. Medal of Honor Monday: Army Chaplain Emil J. Kapaun WWW.DEFENSE.GOV Army Chaplain Emil Kapaun inspired his men during the Korean War with calm, courageous leadership, instilling in his fellow prisoners... See story below for the Chaplain's funeral that was held on September 29, 2021 A horse-drawn caisson leads the body of Father Emil Kapaun to the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita on Wednesday afternoon. Kapaun, a Medal of Honor recipient, died in a North Korean prisoner of war camp in 1951. His remains were identified earlier this year and today he was finally laid to rest. (September 29, 2021) Jaime Green The Wichita Eagle Read more at: https://www.kansas.com/news/special-reports/father-kapaun/article254614172.html#storylink=cpy
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As a vet, veteran's projects are very special for me. Recently, I was given the honor of building a display case for the widow of a recently deceased Korean War vet. He purchased a pillow case when he was in basic training and never gave it to her. She found the unopened box after his death and I received the privilege of building a case for it. It was pretty much free gratis but it sure was an honor to do it.
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Lt. Gen. Hal Moore dies; depicted in film 'We Were Soldiers'
John Morris posted a topic in The Veterans Corner and Causes Forum
I am very saddened personally, one of my all time heroes, Lt. General Hal Moore dies today. Many of you may of known of him before the popular Mel Gibson Movie "We Were Soldiers" but for me, I did not know about him until that gritty and realistic movie came to the big screen. LTC (rank at the time) Hal Moore, historians and the men who were there said Mel Gibson nailed it, that was Hal Moore. After seeing the movie I immediately researched this man and found out he also was in the Korean War as well. Knowing this legend is no longer among the living leaves a void in our living history that is passing away each and every day at an alarming rate. I have this to say, we owe our lives as Americans and our way of life to the men like LTG Hal Moore and all those who served under these giant leaders. We'll always and forever be in your debt Sir. Rest in Peace, I know you have a lot of brothers in heaven waiting on your arrival, my gosh, can you imagine the reception up there? The men he lead, the men who fought and died while in his command, they were proud to be with him in battle, and I am sure they are proud to have him once again in their midst. Links of Interest https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hal_Moore http://www.militarytimes.com/articles/hal-moore-portrayed-by-actor-mel-gibson-in-we-were-soldiers-dies-at-age-94 http://www.stripes.com/news/us/lt-gen-hal-moore-dies-depicted-in-film-we-were-soldiers-1.453672 http://www.imdb.com/character/ch0010423/bio
