Picture time!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Daniel P. Matthews (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 28, 1953, at Vegas Hill, Korea. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squad leader of Company F, in action against enemy aggressor forces. Participating in a counterattack against a firmly entrenched and well-concealed hostile force which had repelled 6 previous assaults on a vital enemy-held outpost far forward of the main line of resistance Sgt. Matthews fearlessly advanced in the attack until his squad was pinned down by a murderous sweep of fire from an enemy machine gun located on the peak of the outpost. Observing that the deadly fire prevented a corpsman from removing a wounded man lying in an open area fully exposed to the brunt of the devastating gunfire, he worked his way to the base of the hostile machine gun emplacement, leaped onto the rock fortification surrounding the gun and, taking the enemy by complete surprise, single-handedly charged the hostile emplacement with his rifle. Although severely wounded when the enemy brought a withering hail of fire to bear upon him, he gallantly continued his valiant l-man assault and, firing his rifle with deadly effectiveness, succeeded in killing 2 of the enemy, routing a third, and completely silencing the enemy weapon, thereby enabling his comrades to evacuate the stricken marine to a safe position. Succumbing to his wounds before aid could reach him, Sgt. Matthews, by his indomitable fighting spirit, courageous initiative, and resolute determination in the face of almost certain death, served to inspire all who observed him and was directly instrumental in saving the life of his wounded comrade. His great personal valor reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Corporal David A. Matthews (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions during 1868 and 1869, in Arizona. His citation reads:

Bravery in scouts and actions against Indians.

Corporal John C. Matthews (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 2, 1865, at Petersburg, Virginia. His citation reads:

Voluntarily took the colors, whose bearer had been disabled, and, although himself severely wounded, carried the same until the enemy's works were taken.


Picture Tuesday

Mary Ruth, Susie, Nana and Daniel on the swing at Uncle George and Aunt Yvonne's house

Maverick and Mary Ruth

Daniel hanging out with Maverick

Susie's foot after playing at someone's house... I won't say which house she was at (but they have a swing)...

Susie didn't want to take a nap in her bed... so she ended up falling asleep in my chair.

Nana, Mary Ruth and Da after Mary Ruth got the Super Spannda Award for her class

Aunt Yvonne with her favorite child

Aunt Yvonne taking a break for a picture... she was busy throwing my cousin Alan (not pictured in any of these pictures) a 30th birthday party.  I had to throw my own 30th party.  It was great... my friends all gave me stuff in hopes of moving up in the Greg Horres Top 25 Friends Poll.  Ah, the memories...

Daniel playing his version of kitchen basketball...