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"Where Valor Met Fire: The Death of the General on Route 335"
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"Where Valor Met Fire: The Death of the General on Route 335"

he led the way—on foot, behind an ACAV, rifles raised, eyes scanning the brush. The four-man team moved with grim purpose, six feet apart. Above them, a Cobra hovered, engines growling, eyes in the sky.
Joseph McConnell: America’s First Triple Jet-On-Jet Fighter Ace
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Joseph McConnell: America’s First Triple Jet-On-Jet Fighter Ace

Between January 14 and May 18, 1953, McConnell achieved all 16 of his victories, making him one of the deadliest MiG hunters of the war.
Man of the Hour, Voices of Freedom story - Patrick Seda
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Man of the Hour, Voices of Freedom story - Patrick Seda

Patrick Seda recently took part in the Voices of Freedom project, sharing his personal experiences and reflections on his service.

Doughnut Dollie: Suzanne Fortune
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Doughnut Dollie: Suzanne Fortune

Donut Dollies were Red Cross volunteers who served in Vietnam, bringing comfort and morale-boosting programs to troops in combat zones. Though not officially part of the military, they formed strong bonds with soldiers, often receiving unit patches and in
Cpl. Bennett: He Heard the Call and Gave Everything
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Cpl. Bennett: He Heard the Call and Gave Everything

Cpl. Bennett enlisted during the Vietnam War as a conscientious objector who was still willing to serve. Trained as a medic, he selflessly gave everything to aid his comrades in battle.

"Clifford C. Sims: A Soldier’s Sacrifice in Vietnam"
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"Clifford C. Sims: A Soldier’s Sacrifice in Vietnam"

Staff Sergeant Clifford C. Sims of the 101st Airborne Division displayed extraordinary heroism on February 21, 1968, during the Vietnam War when he sacrificed himself by throwing his body onto a booby trap to save his squad.
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