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Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Happy Anniversary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

First Lieutenant Ernest Calvin Williams (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 29, 1916, at San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic. His citation reads:

In action against hostile forces at San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic, 29 November 1916. With only a dozen men available, 1st Lt. Williams rushed the gate of the fortress. With 8 of his party wounded by rifle fire of the defenders, he pressed on with the 4 remaining men, threw himself against the door just as it was being closed by the Dominicans and forced an entry. Despite a narrow escape from death at the hands of a rifleman, he and his men disposed of the guards and within a few minutes had gained control of the fort and the hundred prisoners confined there.

Seaman Frank Williams (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 11, 1898, on board the U.S.S. Marblehead. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Williams displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period.

Quartermaster Sergeant George C. Williams (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 27, 1862, at Gaines Mill, Virginia. His citation reads:

While on duty with the wagon train as quartermaster sergeant he voluntarily left his place of safety in the rear, joined a company, and fought with distinguished gallantry through the action.


Today I’d like to wish The Wife a Happy 14th Anniversary!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It has been a great 14 years and I’m thankful I have her in my life.
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