FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: 1LT George K Sisler ~ October 27, 2014

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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~ Hall of Heroes ~

1LT George K. Sisler

Info from this website.

           

George Kenton Sisler (September 19, 1937–February 7, 1967) was a United States Army officer and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Vietnam War.

Sisler joined the Army from his birth city of Dexter, Missouri, and by February 7, 1967 was serving as a first lieutenant in the Headquarters and Headquarters Company of the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. On that day, when his unit came under heavy enemy attack in the Republic of Vietnam, Sisler organized the defense, rescued a wounded soldier, and single-handedly attacked an enemy position before being mortally wounded. For his actions during the battle, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

Sisler, aged 29 at his death, was buried at Dexter Cemetery in his hometown of Dexter, Missouri. He was a 1964 graduate of Arkansas State College (now Arkansas State University) with a degree in education.

He was also famous for his toughness, once parachuting while having a broken bone. The ASU ROTC department's Ranger Challenge team is named Sisler's Raiders in his honor.

First Lieutenant Sisler's official Medal of Honor citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life and above and beyond the call of duty. 1st Lt. Sisler was the platoon leader/adviser to a Special United States/Vietnam exploitation force. While on patrol deep within enemy dominated territory, 1st Lt. Sisler's platoon was attacked from 3 sides by a company sized enemy force. 1st Lt. Sisler quickly rallied his men, deployed them to a better defensive position, called for air strikes, and moved among his men to encourage and direct their efforts. Learning that 2 men had been wounded and were unable to pull back to the perimeter, 1st Lt. Sisler charged from the position through intense enemy fire to assist them. He reached the men and began carrying 1 of them back to the perimeter, when he was taken under more intensive weapons fire by the enemy. Laying down his wounded comrade, he killed 3 onrushing enemy soldiers by firing his rifle and silenced the enemy machinegun with a grenade. As he returned the wounded man to the perimeter, the left flank of the position came under extremely heavy attack by the superior enemy force and several additional men of his platoon were quickly wounded. Realizing the need for instant action to prevent his position from being overrun, 1st Lt. Sisler picked up some grenades and charged single-handedly into the enemy onslaught, firing his weapon and throwing grenades. This singularly heroic action broke up the vicious assault and forced the enemy to begin withdrawing. Despite the continuing enemy fire, 1st Lt. Sisler was moving about the battlefield directing air strikes when he fell mortally wounded. His extraordinary leadership, infinite courage, and selfless concern for his men saved the lives of a number of his comrades. His actions reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the military service.

USNS Sisler (T-AKR-

311), a Navy Supply ship, is named after him.

Sisler Hall, a building at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, is named after him.

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

And he did.

Good evening, Pro...((HUGS))...only a few more days before your big road trip. Almost ready?

[PROCON]

I’m ready Ma, just a little more packing to do before I move Saturday morning.

[Jet Jaguar]

We’re looking at 12 above in North Pole. We have about 5 inches of snow on the ground.

[Kathy in Alaska]

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Please thank StarCMC for today’s thread.

~ Hall of Heroes: 1LT George K Sisler ~

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[ConorMacNessa]

Very fatigued here this evening - will be packing it in for the evening.

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[ConorMacNessa]

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The Bugler, his grim visage replete with an evil sneer,
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Godspeed our Troops around the Globe – especially those in harm’s way – by virtue of their service and sacrifice we continue to live in Freedom!

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Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mac...*HUGS*...did you sing in the choir today?

Is your garden ready for the colder temps?

[Kathy in Alaska]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...has your “dusting” of white stuff stopped?

How did your medley go?

We are sitting at 32 degrees right now.

[left that other site]

I had a hard time hearing my bass this morning due to some late arrivals on their Harleys with loud pipes.

So I started singing the medley in the worg key.

I quickly adjusted to the correct key, but it was so uncharacteristic that i was horrified at myself!

However, the other songs went well.

We’ll just work on the Medley some more, Turn the bass up, and hope for the best. :-)

[Kathy in Alaska]

What a wonderful message.

Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.

Ready for the new week?

I can’t wait because my sister is coming to visit.

[Kathy in Alaska]

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[luvie]

Great thread about yet another brave American hero! Thanks, galz!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Sand...((HUGS))....all is peaceful on the home front now.

Do you have a Maddi Monday?

[Kathy in Alaska]

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!

God Bless you good, Mac. *HUGS* Good night and rest well.
Thanks for helping honor our troops, past and present.
Thank you for your service to our country.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Late, loud arrivals seems almost appropriate for the day.

Sorry they messed you up. I suspect no one noticed.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Luv....it’s important we remember and honor these heroes.

[luvie]

Howdy, Kathy! (((hugs)))

It sure is important to remember them...otherwise they have risked and/or given their lives for nothing.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

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Thank you for doing your part to help keep all of us free and safe.

Thanks, unique, for the pastries.

Coffee is always on........

How about a donut?

Cookies?

Fruit?

Pizza?