FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of the Heroes: Clarence Cooper ~ June 8, 2009

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~ Hall of Heroes ~

QMCS Clarence Cooper, ret.

Story here.

           

Vietnam vet awarded
Bronze Star

Updated: Monday, 01 Jun 2009, 4:09 PM EDT
Published : Monday, 01 Jun 2009, 12:25 PM EDT

NORFOLK, Va. - More than thirty years following his heroic actions, retired U. S. Navy Senior Chief Quartermaster (Submarines) Clarence G. Cooper was awarded the Bronze Star Medal Monday during a ceremony at Naval Amphibious Base, Little Creek.

Cooper was recognized for his actions while serving as Craft Master of covered lighter Kodiak (YF 866) in the Republic of Vietnam on September 14, 1968.

According to the military, during combat operations Cooper's craft was ambushed by intense fire from hidden emplacements on both sides of a narrow Mekong River channel. With little regard for personal safety, he exposed himself to the automatic weapons and rocket fire while directing his crew to fire on enemy positions. In the course of these events, Cooper calmly guided his craft against the strong river currents, and radioed for emergency air and waterborne support. His actions prevented the craft from going aground, which would have meant near certain destruction or capture. During medical evacuation procedures, he skillfully maneuvered Kodiak to minimize the enemy's ability to bring down the helicopter.

Authorized in 1944, the Bronze Star Medal is one of the most prestigious medals in the military, and is awarded for heroic or meritorious achievement of service in connection with operations against an opposing armed force.

Cooper was presented his medal by Vice Adm. John Donnelly, Commander, Submarine Force.

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Thank you, Mr. Cooper, for everything you have done
for your brothers-in-arms and for our country!
You are truly a hero!  God bless you!

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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[DieHard the Hunter]

Gidday Kathy!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Star, for today's Hall of the Heroes: Clarence Cooper

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Rush Limbaugh's 35 Undeniable Truths Of Life

An excerpt:

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At Elective Decisions, he garners our full respect and admiration. And as the week long tribute continues, we’re posting Rush Limbaugh’s 35 Undeniable Truths Of Life once again to remind us of that consistency.

[MS.BEHAVIN]

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[StarCMC]

Hey lady!! I wish I could stick around, but we’re headed out for dinner!! If you’re still here when I get back I’ll check in! *HUG*

[MS.BEHAVIN]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are, God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

BLESS THIS HOUSE

 Bless this house O Lord we pray; Make it safe by night and day; 
Bless these walls so firm and stout, Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall, Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove ever open to joy and love.
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[MS.BEHAVIN]

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[HopeandGlory]

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[HopeandGlory]

WooHoo!!! . . . Welcome back Star . . . hugs for the Munchkins.

[Tanniker Smith]

Good evening, Star! Good evening, all.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[proudmilitarymrs]

Sonice to meet you, sir.

mrs

[Kathy in Alaska]

Gidday, Kiwi....been a bit cold in your area. Do you ever have snow? Today is very hot for my area....mid 70s. 24 C or so for you. All the windows are open and a nice breeze is starting to be felt.

[SandRat]

Howdee Star.

[PERKY2004]

Good evening, one and all!