FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Jedh Colby Barker ~ June 18, 2012

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[Kathy in Alaska]

 

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Jedh Colby Barker

Info from here.

 

           

Jedh Colby Barker (June 20, 1945 – September 21, 1967) was a United States Marine Corps Lance Corporal who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for heroism during the Vietnam War in September 1967.

Jedh Barker was born on June 20, 1945, in Franklin, New Hampshire. At the age of six, he moved with his parents to Park Ridge, New Jersey, where he graduated from grammar school in 1960, and from Park Ridge High School in 1964, where he was captain of the football and baseball teams. He attended Fairleigh Dickinson University, East Rutherford, New Jersey, and then Missouri State College, Kirksville, Missouri, until May 1966.

On June 20, 1966, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. He was a member of the Special Volunteer Reserve, 1st Marine Corps District, New York, New York, until discharged to enlist in the regular Marine Corps on October 5, 1966.

After completion of recruit training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, in December 1966, he underwent individual combat training and weapons special training with the 2nd Infantry Training Battalion, 1st Infantry Training Regiment, Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. He was promoted to private first class, December 1, 1966, while undergoing individual combat training.

In March 1967, PFC Barker joined Marine Air Base Squadron 21, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, San Francisco, California, and served as group guard until the following June.

Reassigned as a machine gunner with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion 4th Marines, 3rd Marine Division, in the Republic of Vietnam. He was promoted to lance corporal on September 1, 1967. While on Operation Kingfisher southeast of Con Thien near Phu Oc, the Battalion that morning was ambushed by regiments of the 324B Division. Barker was killed in action on September 21, 1967, while on patrol.

The Medal of Honor was presented to Barker's family by Vice President Spiro Agnew in ceremonies held on October 31, 1969.

PFC Barker was buried at the George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus, New Jersey.

The President of the United States in the name of the Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to

LANCE CORPORAL JEDH C. BARKER
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

for service as set forth in the following CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a machine gunner with Company F, Second Battalion, Fourth Marines, Third Marine Division, in the Republic of Vietnam on 21 September 1967. During a reconnaissance operation near Con Thien, Corporal Barker's squad was suddenly hit by enemy sniper fire. The squad immediately deployed to a combat formation and advanced to a strongly fortified enemy position, when it was again struck by small arms and automatic weapons fire, sustaining numerous casualties. Although wounded by the initial burst of fire, Corporal Barker boldly remained in the open, delivering a devastating volume of accurate fire on the numerically superior force. The enemy was intent upon annihilating the small Marine force and, realizing that Corporal Barker was a threat to their position, directed the preponderance of their fire on his position. He was again wounded, this time in the right hand, which prevented him from operating his vitally needed machine gun. Suddenly, and without warning, an enemy grenade landed in the midst of the few surviving Marines. Unhesitatingly and with complete disregard for his own personal safety, Corporal Barker threw himself upon the deadly grenade, absorbing with his own body the full and tremendous force of the explosion. In a final act of bravery, he crawled to the side of a wounded comrade and administered first aid before succumbing to his grievous wounds. His bold initiative, intrepid fighting spirit, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of almost certain death undoubtedly saved his comrades from further injury or possible death and reflected great credit upon himself, the Marine Corps, and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

/S/RICHARD M. NIXON

 

 

 

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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[oldteen]

Good evening, Ladies! *hugs*

Thank you for another great one for the Hall of Heroes!

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!
(((HUGS)))

[Kathy in Alaska]

John Barker (left) stands with local artist Brandon Crandall and Crandall’s sculpture “The Purple Heart” in the Ruth W. Towne Museum and Visitors Center. The statue was dedicated as part of the 2011 Veterans Day ceremony that took place Nov. 11 and will be located permanently at the Towne Museum. Barker was in attendance to pay tribute to his brother Jedh Barker, a former University student who lost his life during the Vietnam War. For his heroic actions, Jedh Barker posthumously received the Medal of Honor, the only Truman State University student ever to receive the award.

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Hi Kathy.{{{hugs}}}

[oldteen]

Evenin' ML! *hugs*

How's your day going?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, teen...*HUGS*...hope you’ve had a good day.

Sunny and nice here today.

[BIGLOOK]

Aloha Night Owl!

[oldteen]

Wow. Such a wonderful way to honor someone!

[oldteen]

Good evening, Mrs. N! *hugs*

Haven't seen you in ages!

How are you?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...did you and Linda have the day off? No rain? A ride, maybe?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Mrs.N...((HUGS))...wonderful to see you!! Hope all is well. How are your grandbabies?

[Mrs.Nooseman]

I am doing fine.Been working odd hours and raising my Grand babies.{{{hugs}}}
How are you?

[oldteen]

Aloha BIG guy! *hugs*

Howz thingz?

[Mrs.Nooseman]

As well as it can be.:) The Babies are growing like weeds.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Aloha, Hawaii...((HUG))...and Happy Father’s Day.

Any festivities? BBQ? Stateside calls lined up for later?

[oldteen]

working odd hours and raising my Grand babies

That would be considered very busy! Blessing to you!

I'm doing fine, thanks!

[left that other site]

I put about 40 miles on my Harley today...just cruising along the beach. It was LOVELY.

Linda stayed home. She was not amused.
I tell ya, it’s a DOG’S Life.

[left that other site]

Hi Teenie...got a bit of sun today, riding my bike. Now my skin feels very itchy and tight. Not painful though. Just a wee little radiation from Old Sol.

[HopeandGlory]

Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.

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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.

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God Bless Our Republic

I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic, for which it stands;
one nation UNDER GOD,
indivisible,
with liberty and justice for all.

Prayers going up

[oldteen]

Oh dear...no sunblock rubbed on? :)

[Mrs.Nooseman]

LOL.You got that right.Thank you.

[BIGLOOK]

Aloha Teenster! ((HUGS))

thingz have a way of happening whenever I close my eyes at night......and wake to the morning news.

How have you been?

[BIGLOOK]

Aloha again Night Owl! (((HUGS))

Several calls today already, little going on in the area of festivities today but there will be one tomorrow and one next weekend. Thanks for the wishes.

Are you happy with your weather yet?

[Kathy in Alaska]

After I pushed Post, I realized they aren’t babies any more. LOL!

God Bless you good for raising those little ones.

[oldteen]

Like you...each new day brings something different...not always good either! lol

[Mrs.Nooseman]

LOL.It’s okay.Haley is 3 now and Isaiah is 21 month.We’ve had the kids for a year now.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good for you....some “me” time. Sorry, Linda. Maybe she took you for a nice walk?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Nana Hope, for today's Pledge…((HUGS)). Thanks, AfghanMan and Penguin Girl, for your service to America.

[The Mayor]

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Hidden Away
June 18, 2012

By the time I was born, my great- grandfather, Abram Z. Hess, had already lost his sight. He was known for the beautiful wooden objects he had carved on a lathe—and also as someone who could quote many verses of Scripture. He and his friend Eli would often share Scripture verses back and forth. A bit of a competitive spirit resulted in their admission that Eli could cite more references while my grandfather could recite more verses.

Today, the family often remembers Abram as “Blind Grandpa.” His practice of memorizing Scripture became a lifeline for him when he lost his physical sight. But why is it important that we memorize the Word of God?

Psalm 119 gives us instruction on how to follow God by hiding His Word in our hearts. First, in this way, we arm ourselves when temptation comes (v.11; Eph. 6:17). Then, as we meditate on His Word, we come to know Him better. Finally, when we have His words etched in our minds, we are better able to hear His voice when He instructs and guides us. We use those phrases of Scripture as we talk with Him, worship Him, and teach or witness to others (Col. 3:16).

The Word of God is “living and powerful” (Heb. 4:12). Hide its precious words away “in [your] heart” (Ps. 119:11)where they will always be with you.

Lord, Your Word is a treasure—priceless and beyond
compare. I’m not the best at memorizing but
I do want Your words to saturate my mind and heart.
Please use Your Word in obvious ways in my life today.

When God’s Word is hidden in our heart, His ways will become our ways.

Read: Psalm 119:9-16

Your Word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. —Psalm 119:11

Bible in a Year:
Psalms 73-75

[Kathy in Alaska]

Today’s weather was really nice. Mid 60s, but with a nice breeze. I tried to work on the “log jam” in the creek, but it was more than my back could handle (and the mosquitoes ate me alive). I need to find someone that can get down in the water and break up the jam. A lot of branches need untangling and removal.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Busy, busy, busy ages. Keeps you on your toes for sure. Thank you God that those kids have you.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mayor, and thanks for today’s sustenance for body and soul. ((HUGS))

Hope you had a nice Father’s Day.

[LUV W]

Thank you, galz, for another heroic story of one of our military
“just doing his job” of keeping this country safe at the
sacrifice of his own life!

[Mrs.Nooseman]

It’s not always easy,but my faith in the Lord gives me the strength to take care of them.

[LUV W]

To all our Canteen heroes.....

[ConorMacNessa]

REQUEST PERMISSION TO COME ABOARD!

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS!!!





BOSTON, Oct. 21, 2009 - Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Philip Gagnon pipes as USS Constitution performs an underway demonstration in honor of the three-masted wooden frigate's 212th birthday. (U.S. Navy photo by Airman Mark Alexander/Released).
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USS Constitution's 1812 Marine Guard fire vintage Springfield flintlock muskets during the ship's underway. "Old Ironsides" was underway for the "Constitution Day Cruise," which is conducted to thank the family and supporters of Constitution. U.S. Navy photo by Airman Nick Lyman (Released)

OUR TROOPS ROCK!!!!!!!

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Good evening Connor.{{{{hugs}}}}

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Luv....((HUGS))....another of our heroes for sure.

A good day for you? A nap?

[Mrs.Nooseman]

Good evening LUVW.{{{HUGS}}}

[LUV W]

Hi, Kathy! (((hugs)))

It WAS a great day...and yes, I did get a nap! :) You know me
all too well. LOL!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Faith....can’t do without it. Prayers continue for you and those young ones.

[LUV W]

Mrs Noooooooseman!!!!
It's soooooo good to see you! :)
How have you been?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Permission Granted!

[ConorMacNessa]

Good evening, Mrs. N!

*HUGS*

Great to see you this evening! It's been ages - I hope things are going well with you!



Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

On 6Nov2012 – I’m writing in Ronald W. Reagan for President – his mouldering corpse will do more for our Nation than either of the major party nominees!

[ConorMacNessa]

Thanks very much, Kathy! And thanks to you and Star for tonight's Hall of Heroes thread.

*HUGS*

LCpl. Baker is a worthy addition to our pantheon!



Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

On 6Nov2012 – I’m writing in Ronald W. Reagan for President – his mouldering corpse will do more for our Nation than either of the major party nominees!

[ConorMacNessa]

Mrs. MacNessa and I just got back from seeing Riverdance at Wolf Trap Farm Park in its final American performance. It was excellent - a few changes from the original show but all the important numbers were still there. Before the performance we had dinner at Ovations restaurant - the on-site restaurant at Wolf Trap. A good repast - a couple of glasses of wine. All in all it was a great evening.



Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

On 6Nov2012 – I’m writing in Ronald W. Reagan for President – his mouldering corpse will do more for our Nation than either of the major party nominees!