Proverb of the Week

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

First Lieutenant Turney W. Leonard (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 4-6, 1944, at Kommerscheidt, Germany. His citation reads:

He displayed extraordinary heroism while commanding a platoon of mobile weapons at Kommerscheidt, Germany, on 4, 5, and 6 November 1944. During the fierce 3-day engagement, he repeatedly braved overwhelming enemy fire in advance of his platoon to direct the fire of his tank destroyer from exposed, dismounted positions. He went on lone reconnaissance missions to discover what opposition his men faced, and on 1 occasion, when fired upon by a hostile machinegun, advanced alone and eliminated the enemy emplacement with a hand grenade. When a strong German attack threatened to overrun friendly positions, he moved through withering artillery, mortar, and small arms fire, reorganized confused infantry units whose leaders had become casualties, and exhorted them to hold firm. Although wounded early in battle, he continued to direct fire from his advanced position until he was disabled by a high-explosive shell which shattered his arm, forcing him to withdraw. He was last seen at a medical aid station which was subsequently captured by the enemy. By his superb courage, inspiring leadership, and indomitable fighting spirit, 1st Lt. Leonard enabled our forces to hold off the enemy attack and was personally responsible for the direction of fire which destroyed 6 German tanks.

Private William E. Leonard (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 16, 1864, at Deep Bottom, Virginia. His citation reads:

Capture of battle flag.

Private William Leonard (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 7, 1877, at Muddy Creek, Montana. His citation reads:

Bravery in action.


The I’m just sayin… Proverb of the Week
Proverbs 12:1

Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge,
              but whoever hates correction is stupid.

Flashback Friday…

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Matthew Leonard (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on February 28, 1967, near Suoi Da, Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. His platoon was suddenly attacked by a large enemy force employing small arms, automatic weapons, and hand grenades. Although the platoon leader and several other key leaders were among the first wounded, P/Sgt. Leonard quickly rallied his men to throw back the initial enemy assaults. During the short pause that followed, he organized a defensive perimeter, redistributed ammunition, and inspired his comrades through his forceful leadership and words of encouragement. Noticing a wounded companion outside the perimeter, he dragged the man to safety but was struck by a sniper's bullet which shattered his left hand. Refusing medical attention and continuously exposing himself to the increasing fire as the enemy again assaulted the perimeter, P/Sgt. Leonard moved from position to position to direct the fire of his men against the well camouflaged foe. Under the cover of the main attack, the enemy moved a machine gun into a location where it could sweep the entire perimeter. This threat was magnified when the platoon machine gun in this area malfunctioned. P/Sgt. Leonard quickly crawled to the gun position and was helping to clear the malfunction when the gunner and other men in the vicinity were wounded by fire from the enemy machine gun. P/Sgt. Leonard rose to his feet, charged the enemy gun and destroyed the hostile crew despite being hit several times by enemy fire. He moved to a tree, propped himself against it, and continued to engage the enemy until he succumbed to his many wounds. His fighting spirit, heroic leadership, and valiant acts inspired the remaining members of his platoon to hold back the enemy until assistance arrived. P/Sgt. Leonard's profound courage and devotion to his men are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and his gallant actions reflect great credit upon himself and the U.S. Army.

Sergeant Patrick J. Leonard (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 17, 1870, at Little Blue, Nebraska. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.

Corporal Patrick T. Leonard (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 28, 1876, near Fort Hartsuff, Nebraska. His citation reads:

Gallantry in charge on hostile Sioux.


Flashback Friday

Cougar and Sonny

Brent and Teresa Lynn

The Wife and Me

Leah, Brent, Cougar and Allison

DG and Sonny

Teresa Lynn, Mom, Granny, Aunt Yvonne and Susan