Kathy Strong’s loyalty is inspirational. Loyalty is an under-appreciated virtue.
Lamh Foistenach Abu! Reason: For gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam: Specialist Four Moreland distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 6 and 7 February 1968 while serving with the Special Forces during an attack on the Lang Vei Camp. North Vietnamese Army tanks and infantrymen launched a ravaging attack on the compound on the night of 6 February and inflicted numerous casualties on the defenders. Braving withering cannon, mortar and machine gun fire, Specialist Moreland moved through a hail of bullets and shrapnel to treat the wounded. When the attackers overran the outer perimeter, he secured anti-tank weapons and grenades, joined a hastily formed tank killer team and moved to engage, the hostile armor. He advanced to point blank range and assisted in destroying one tank with highly effective fire. With bullets striking all around him, he then maneuvered to the command bunker to resupply himself with ammunition. He was seriously wounded when the position received a direct hit and was neutralized. Specialist Four Moreland's gallantry in action was in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Authority: By direction of the President under the provisions of the Act of Congress, approved 9 July 1918.
RIP.
That’s a great story...
I dated a gal a few years ago who wore a MIA braclets so I know some people still wear them. She was in in her 20s at the time so it wasn’t from the 1970s.
Welcome home faithful servant.