I'm just sayin...: Pics from Saturday

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Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Pics from Saturday

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Corporal Ralyn M. Hill (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 7, 1918, near Donnevoux, France. His citation reads:

Seeing a French airplane fall out of control on the enemy side of the Meuse River with its pilot injured, Cpl. Hill voluntarily dashed across the footbridge to the side of the wounded man and, taking him on his back, started back to his lines. During the entire exploit he was subjected to murderous fire of enemy machineguns and artillery, but he successfully accomplished his mission and brought his man to a place of safety, a distance of several hundred yards.

Captain Walter Newell Hill (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 21-22, 1914. His citation reads:

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Capt. Hill was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.

Captain of the Top William L. Hill (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 22, 1881, on board the US Training Ship Minnesota. His citation reads:

Serving on board the U.S. Training Ship Minnesota at Newport, R.I., 22 June 1881, Hill jumped overboard and sustained William Mulcahy, third class boy, who had fallen overboard, until picked up by a steam launch.

I had a great time this past Saturday in Branchville for Railroad Daze. It was great seeing family that I don’t get to see very often. The parade wasn’t as good as it’s been in the past… but other than that it was a great day.

I also had fun watching college football and eating too much over at the house of the 2011 I’m just sayin… Fan of the Year Ashley and Cory (husband of Ashley).

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