Private First Class William A. McWhorter (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on December 5, 1944, at Leyte, Philippine Islands. His citation reads:
He displayed gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in operations against the enemy. Pfc. McWhorter, a machine gunner, was emplaced in a defensive position with 1 assistant when the enemy launched a heavy attack. Manning the gun and opening fire, he killed several members of an advancing demolition squad, when 1 of the enemy succeeded in throwing a fused demolition charge in the entrenchment. Without hesitation and with complete disregard for his own safety, Pfc. McWhorter picked up the improvised grenade and deliberately held it close to his body, bending over and turning away from his companion. The charge exploded, killing him instantly, but leaving his assistant unharmed. Pfc. McWhorter's outstanding heroism and supreme sacrifice in shielding a comrade reflect the highest traditions of the military service.
Landsman George W. McWilliams (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions from December 24, 1864 to February 22, 1865, on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc. His citation reads:
Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864, to 22 February 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully throughout this period, McWilliams was so severely wounded in the assault upon Fort Fisher that he was sent to the hospital at Portsmouth, Va. McWilliams was recommended for his gallantry, skill and coolness in action while under the fire of the enemy.
Farrier George E. Meach (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 19, 1864, at Winchester, Virginia. His citation reads:
Capture of flag.
We're days away from the Hootie concert! I can't wait! The Wife and I have been going to this concert for many years and have loved every year. A few years back, we made a fun thing even... funner (or more fun for you English talkin' people), by getting with our friends over at Our Life and inviting some other friends to make this the must see concert of the year.
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| Speaking of Hootie and The Blowfish... Here's a picture of my cousin Alan interviewing my good friend (my words, not his) Darius for a home movie Alan is making (just kidding... Al works for a local news station). Anyway, I hope Alan didn't make Darius talk too much because I want his voice to be healthy this Saturday. |
We're going to take a look today to see how Daniel does NOT sleep in his bed...
Picture Tuesday
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| Daniel sleeping on the sofa |
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| Daniel sleeping on the floor by his door |
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| Camping out in the den with his sisters (or, as he would say, his brother and sister) |
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| His favorite place to sleep is on the floor by his door |
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