Staff Sergeant Archie Van Winkle, who was born in In Juneau and retired in Ketchikan, was awarded the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry during his service in the Korean War.pic.twitter.com/IBtYM7rREn
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On National #MedalofHonorDay, we pause in gratitude to the men and women who went above and beyond the call of duty to keep our nation safe. To learn more about the Medal of Honor, and to read the stories of the heroes who have received it, click here: https://bit.ly/2UWfINQ pic.twitter.com/p5QOfGoTCb
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Despite a bullet shattering his arm and a grenade wounding his chest, Staff Sergeant Van Winkle refused evacuation and continued leading his men against an enemy attack. Read more about this hero here: https://bit.ly/2UUQcsr
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Staff Sergeant James Leroy Bondsteel of Willow was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Nixon for his bravery during the Vietnam War. Although wounded, he refused medical attention and continued leading his men against the enemy. Read more: https://bit.ly/2OrJLui pic.twitter.com/rNTeYZMQDi
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Private Joseph P. Martinez was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his sacrifice during the Battle of the Aleutian Islands. Though he was mortally wounded, his heroism helped drive enemy combatants from the islands. Read more: https://bit.ly/2OsiCYf pic.twitter.com/WK61THTLFH
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I am humbled by the heroism and gallantry of these exceptional servicemen, and I know we are all grateful for their sacrifice. May we never forget their memory.
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