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FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: COL Robert Nett ~ 10 August 2020
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Robert B. Nett (born June 9, 1922 - October 19, 2008) was a United States Army officer and a recipient of the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the campaign to recapture the Philippines in World War II.
A native of New Haven, Connecticut, Nett enlisted in the Army National Guard in 1940 at age seventeen. The minimum enlistment age was eighteen years, however Nett was able to join by creasing his birth certificate so that his year of birth was obscured. Two years later, he was stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, where he graduated from Officer Candidate School. Nett was then sent to the Philippines, where he met his future wife, Frances, an Army nurse.
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By December 14, 1944, Nett was a lieutenant in Company E of the 305th Infantry Regiment, 77th Infantry Division. On that day, near Cognon, Leyte, during the Battle of Ormoc Bay, Nett led his company on an assault against a heavily fortified Japanese position. Despite being seriously wounded twice in hand-to-hand fighting, he continued to lead his men until being wounded a third time. After making arrangements for the leadership of his company, he left the front lines to seek medical aid. Nett survived his wounds and recovered enough to rejoin his unit for the Okinawa Campaign. His division was then sent to Cebu and began training for the planned invasion of Japan. The invasion was canceled after the surrender of Japan in August 1945, marking the end of the war.
On February 8, 1946, a year after the battle near Cognon, Nett was issued the Medal of Honor for his actions during that fight. A ceremony was held in his hometown of New Haven, and President Harry S. Truman was to have presented him with the medal there, but had to cancel in order to attend to the formation of the United Nations.
Nett's official Medal of Honor citation reads: He commanded Company E in an attack against a reinforced enemy battalion which had held up the American advance for 2 days from its entrenched positions around a 3-story concrete building. With another infantry company and armored vehicles, Company E advanced against heavy machinegun and other automatic weapons fire with Lt. Nett spearheading the assault against the strongpoint. During the fierce hand-to-hand encounter which ensued, he killed 7 deeply entrenched Japanese with his rifle and bayonet and, although seriously wounded, gallantly continued to lead his men forward, refusing to relinquish his command. Again he was severely wounded, but, still unwilling to retire, pressed ahead with his troops to assure the capture of the objective. Wounded once more in the final assault, he calmly made all arrangements for the resumption of the advance, turned over his command to another officer, and then walked unaided to the rear for medical treatment. By his remarkable courage in continuing forward through sheer determination despite successive wounds, Lt. Nett provided an inspiring example for his men and was instrumental in the capture of a vital strongpoint.
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Nett continued his service in the army after the war for 33 years, retiring with the rank of colonel. He was involved in Army affairs, giving frequent lectures on leadership and duty. He lectured every class of the Officer Candidate School (OCS), and was frequently invited to give talks to the Ranger Regiment at Fort Benning. He is considered the "Father of the Officer Candidate School".
He was inducted into the Army Ranger Hall of Fame and the Officer Candidate School Hall of Fame, an honor reserved for those OCS graduates who were awarded the Medal of Honor or rose to the rank of Colonel. In addition, the classroom building in the OCS area at Ft. Benning is named for him, and the Leadership Hall for the Connecticut National Guard at Camp Rell in Niantic is also named in his honor. In January 2007 the United Service Organizations (USO) awarded him the Spirit of Hope Award.
Colonel Nett died on 19 October 2008. He is survived by his wife Frances , who lives in Columbus, Georgia. Their son, Robert Nett Jr., also served in the U.S. Army.
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To: Kathy in Alaska
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August 10On the Bubble
You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, Gods special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you . . . into his wonderful light.
1 Peter 2:9A news article in May 1970 contained one of the first uses of the idiom on the bubble. Referring to a state of uncertainty, the expression was used in relation to rookie race car driver Steve Krisiloff. Hed been on the bubble, having posted a slow qualifying lap for the Indianapolis 500. Later, it was confirmed that his timethough the slowest of those who qualifiedallowed him to compete in the race.
We can feel at times that were on the bubble, uncertain we have what it takes to compete in or finish the race of life. When were feeling that way, its important to remember that in Jesus were never on the bubble. As children of God, our place in His kingdom is secure (John 14:3). Our confidence flows from Him who chose Jesus to be the cornerstone on which our lives are built, and He chose us to be living stones filled with the Spirit of God, capable of being the people God created us to be (1 Peter 2:56).
In Christ, our future is secure as we hope in and follow Him (v. 6). For [we] are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, Gods special possession, that [we] may declare the praises of him who called [us] out of darkness into his wonderful light (v. 9).
In Jesus eyes were not on the bubble. Were precious and loved (v. 4).
By: Ruth OReilly-Smith Reflect & Pray
In what areas of life have you found yourself on the bubble and struggling with uncertainty? What can you do to regain your confidence in Jesus?
Father God, when disappointments threaten to undermine my identity as Your child, remind me to put my hope and confidence in You alone.
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08/09/2020 5:04:07 PM PDT
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The Mayor
(I am outraged at your outrage toward the outrage!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
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08/09/2020 5:05:38 PM PDT
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left that other site
(If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Another hero who inspires!
Thanks for posting.
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08/09/2020 5:20:51 PM PDT
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lightman
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08/09/2020 5:27:41 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Another hot day today especially in Ft Collins where antifa went into a neighborhood. Their mistake was to attack a veteran in a wheelchair whereupon they in a ditch at the bottom of a pile being beat up. Three arrests.
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08/09/2020 5:30:28 PM PDT
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mountainlion
(Live well for those that did not make it back.)
To: The Mayor
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
Rested as best you can and ready to take on the new week?
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08/09/2020 5:30:57 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Hai Kathy!! (((HUGS)))Taking a jump plane break; working with my little laptop right now on work internet.
Janey
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08/09/2020 5:36:00 PM PDT
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SkyDancer
(~ Pilots: Looking Down On People Since 1903 ~)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Thanks so much for honoring tonight’s Hero, Kathy!
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08/09/2020 5:39:35 PM PDT
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PROCON
(Voting Democrat in November is tantamount to kneeling on the throat of Lady Liberty.)
To: left that other site
Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...you and Blue enjoy your day?
Did Penny get a nice walk? Maybe a hike?
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08/09/2020 5:49:45 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
Evening, Kathy! Is it getting cooler now in Alaska?
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08/09/2020 5:58:59 PM PDT
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MoochPooch
(I'm a compassionate cynic.)
To: lightman
Good evening, lightman...you’re welcome.
We must always remember our military heroes, “doing their jobs”, to keep us safe.
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posted on
08/09/2020 6:13:55 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: mountainlion
antifa seem only to go after the defenseless. They are starting to find out they can’t win in a fair fight. Glad the beat back is starting. People are fed up!
Lots of us are tired of hot and want/need rain.
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posted on
08/09/2020 6:45:56 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: The Mayor
The Mayor!!
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08/09/2020 6:53:40 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: left that other site
ML!!
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08/09/2020 6:56:55 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: lightman
lightman!!
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08/09/2020 7:00:31 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska; GodBlessUSA; Mrs.Nooseman; AZamericonnie; HiJinx; Colonel_Flagg; BIGLOOK; ...
Robert B. Nett
June 9, 1922 - October 19, 2008
United States Army officer and
Medal of Honor Recipient
for actions during the campaign to
recapture the Philippines in World War II.
What a hero he was!
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08/09/2020 7:17:08 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: SkyDancer
Good evening, Janey...((HUGS))...busy, busy, busy with people jumping out of your airplane. WOOHOO!!
Glad you have a good place to go for reliable internet. So far today I haven’t had any problems.
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08/09/2020 8:14:38 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: PROCON
Good evening, Pro...a good way to learn about our heroes.
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08/09/2020 8:22:11 PM PDT
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Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: Kathy in Alaska
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08/09/2020 8:30:22 PM PDT
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The Mayor
(I am outraged at your outrage toward the outrage!)
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