FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Jack C Montgomery ~ January 05, 2015

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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~ Hall of Heroes ~

Jack C. Montgomery

Story from this website.

           

Jack C. Montgomery (July 23, 1917 – June 11, 2002) 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 World War II.

Montgomery joined the Army from Sallisaw, Oklahoma, and by February 22, 1944 was serving as a first lieutenant in the 45th Infantry Division. On that day, near Padiglione, Italy, Montgomery single-handedly attacked German positions, killing eleven enemy soldiers and taking dozens of prisoners. For his actions in the battle, during which he was seriously wounded, he was awarded the Medal of Honor a year later, on January 15, 1945.


Montgomery left the Army while still a first lieutenant. He died at age 84 and was buried in Fort Gibson National Cemetery, Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. The Veterans Health Administration medical center located in Muskogee, Oklahoma, is named in his honor.

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

    For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of life above and beyond the call of duty on February 22, 1944, near Padiglione, Italy. Two hours before daybreak a strong force of enemy infantry established themselves in 3 echelons at 50 yards, 100 yards, and 300 yards, respectively, in front of the rifle platoons commanded by 1st Lt. Montgomery. The closest position, consisting of 4 machineguns and 1 mortar, threatened the immediate security of the platoon position. Seizing an M1 rifle and several hand grenades, 1st Lt. Montgomery crawled up a ditch to within hand grenade range of the enemy. Then climbing boldly onto a little mound, he fired his rifle and threw his grenades so accurately that he killed 8 of the enemy and captured the remaining 4. Returning to his platoon, he called for artillery fire on a house, in and around which he suspected that the majority of the enemy had entrenched themselves. Arming himself with a carbine, he proceeded along the shallow ditch, as withering fire from the riflemen and machinegunners in the second position was concentrated on him. He attacked this position with such fury that 7 of the enemy surrendered to him, and both machineguns were silenced. Three German dead were found in the vicinity later that morning. 1st Lt. Montgomery continued boldly toward the house, 300 yards from his platoon position. It was now daylight, and the enemy observation was excellent across the flat open terrain which led to 1st Lt. Montgomery's objective. When the artillery barrage had lifted, 1st Lt. Montgomery ran fearlessly toward the strongly defended position. As the enemy started streaming out of the house, 1st Lt. Montgomery, unafraid of treacherous snipers, exposed himself daringly to assemble the surrendering enemy and send them to the rear. His fearless, aggressive, and intrepid actions that morning, accounted for a total of 11 enemy dead, 32 prisoners, and an unknown number of wounded. That night, while aiding an adjacent unit to repulse a counterattack, he was struck by mortar fragments and seriously wounded. The selflessness and courage exhibited by 1st Lt. Montgomery in alone attacking 3 strong enemy positions inspired his men to a degree beyond estimation.


Great story from the AP here.

Thank you sir, for your service and sacrifice for our country!

Please remember the Canteen is here to honor, support and entertain our troops and their families.  This is a politics-free zone!  Thanks for helping us in our mission!

[Kathy in Alaska]

No snow...just cold...maybe next weekend.

I think I’ll drive the Subaru tomorrow....auto start from upstairs at work. d:o)

[Kathy in Alaska]

Prayers for Arrowhead's recovery, and in his absence....

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good Monday morning to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.

((HUGS))Good Monday morning, ladies. Thanks for this morning's thread, Star. How's it going?

[E.G.C.]

Monday Morning Music Bump.

Good morning, Acad1228. How's it going?

[E.G.C.]

BTTT

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good morning, E...((HUGS))...you and Bo have a great Monday, and I hope you weather wrmed up.

It is 1 degree at my house right now.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good morning/afternoon/evening/night Troops, wherever you are.

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?

Veggies?

Sandwich?

[Kathy in Alaska]

God bless and keep safe our troops worldwide.

Good night.

Statler Brothers ~ How Great Thou Art

[ConorMacNessa]

Good morning, Kathy!

*HUGS*

Sorry I missed you last evening - I was abed by 8:30. Feeling marginally better this morning. Sallying Foth as soon as I can get my greaves on.

[E.G.C.]

Monday morning coffee bump.

OUCH!!!!! 1 DEGREE??????

[Diana in Wisconsin]

Now my life is complete! THANK YOU, VETS! :)

[Soaring Feather]

It is bitter cold with strong winds. Have to bundle up around here.

*HUGS*

[left that other site]

Absolutely!

I knew it was God’s plan...these things have a way of coming together.

[EXCH54FE]

Yes and yes. Had a good new years night, found a “good” free book for my “Kindle”. Not a creature was stirring, not even a Mouse....

:-)

[luvie]

Kitty woke me up early this morning!
That sure starts Monday out right! /sarc LOL!
It's just too early to think!
Hope all of you had a good weekend!
...and that you all don't freeze this week!
Heard bitter cold coming on down to most!
((((hugs))))


Still chilly here too!
How are things in Austin, Arrow?
Hurry back to let us know! :)

[PROCON]

Hiya Beachie!

Woo-Hoo, it's back to work time, you must be excited!

I watched a lot of college and pro football over the weekend; you watch any football?

I'm bored so I'm looking for part-time work in various places.

Have a nice day!

[SandRat]

glad someone knows what Union Suit is.

[SandRat]

[luvie]

LOL! Both are pretty darn rare!