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Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Trump Awards John Canley Medal of Honor for 'Unmatched Bravery' in Vietnam

President Donald Trump placed the Medal of Honor around the neck of retired Sgt. Maj. John Canley on Wednesday. But, for the Vietnam War hero, it has always been about his Marines.

On Jan. 31, 1968, Canley and about 140 members of Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, were charged with taking back Hue City at the start of the Tet Offensive. When their commanding officer was seriously injured, Canley, the company gunnery sergeant at the time, took control and led his men through what would become one of the bloodiest battles during the Vietnam War.

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1 comment:

Anonymous said...

FYI, this is what Sergeants normally do.. The Officers are awarded a Silver Star mostly due to the actions of the men in his command.