FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Henry Breault ~ 09 March 2020

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Henry Breault

Info from here.

           

Henry Breault (October 14, 1900 – December 5, 1941) was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor for his actions while serving aboard the USS O-5 (SS-66) (US Submarine O-5).

Henry Breault was born in Putnam, Connecticut, on October 14, 1900. He enlisted in the British Royal Navy at sixteen years of age and, after serving under the White Ensign for four years, joined the U.S. Navy.

On October 28, 1923 Torpedoman Second Class Breault was a member of the crew of USS O-5 (SS-66) when that submarine was sunk in a collision in the Panama Canal. Though he could have escaped, Breault chose to assist a shipmate, and remained inside the sunken submarine until both were rescued more than a day later. For his "heroism and devotion to duty" on this occasion, Henry Breault was awarded the Medal of Honor. He received his Medal of Honor from President Calvin Coolidge, in ceremonies at the White House, Washington, D.C., on March 8, 1924. Following twenty years of U.S. Navy service, Henry Breault became ill with a heart condition.

He died at the Naval Hospital at Newport, Rhode Island, on December 4, 1941. He was buried in Saint Mary Cemetery in Putnam, Connecticut.

Rank and organization: Torpedoman Second Class, U.S. Navy. Born: October 14, 1900, Putnam, Conn. Accredited to: Vermont. G.O. No.: 125, February 20, 1924.
Citation:

For heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the U.S. submarine O-5 at the time of the sinking of that vessel. On the morning of 28 October 1923, the O-5 collided with the steamship Abangarez and sank in less than a minute. When the collision occurred, Breault was in the torpedo room. Upon reaching the hatch, he saw that the boat was rapidly sinking. Instead of jumping overboard to save his own life, he returned to the torpedo room to the rescue of a shipmate whom he knew was trapped in the boat, closing the torpedo room hatch on himself. Breault and Brown remained trapped in this compartment until rescued by the salvage party 31 hours later. (Medal presented by President Coolidge at the White House on 8 March 1924.)

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[Jet Jaguar]

Hi Ma!

[mountainlion]

Another nice warm day today. Lots of snow melted. I can use my driveway now. Life is good. You would not catch me in a submarine though. We have heroes for jobs like that.

[Biggirl]

Hi!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, JJ...((HUGS))...did you make it to Vandenberg?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, mountainlion...hurrah for you and your driveway!! Stay warm and safe.

I feel the same about me and submarines....no way!!

Takes special folks to be sealed in one and no way out til a hatch is reopened. Not me!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Hall of Heroes: Henry Breault ~

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Hi Everybody!

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Biggirl. Hope you had a good weekend and are ready to take on the new week.

[Jet Jaguar]

I did. It was a very interesting trip.

[The Mayor]

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March 9

Watched by God

Bible in a Year:

• Deuteronomy 8–10
• Mark 11:19–33

The Lord watches over you.

Psalm 121:5

Our little grandson waved goodbye, then turned back with a question. “Grandma, why do you stand on the porch and watch until we leave?” I smiled at him, finding his question “cute” because he’s so young. Seeing his concern, however, I tried to give a good answer. “Well, it’s a courtesy,” I told him. “If you’re my guest, watching until you leave shows I care.” He weighed my answer, but still looked perplexed. So, I told him the simple truth. “I watch,” I said, “because I love you. When I see your car drive away, I know you’re safely heading home.” He smiled, giving me a tender hug. Finally, he understood.

His childlike understanding reminded me what all of us should remember—that our heavenly Father is constantly watching over each of us, His precious children. As Psalm 121 says, “The Lord watches over you—the Lord is your shade at your right hand” (v. 5).

What assurance for Israel’s pilgrims as they climbed dangerous roads to Jerusalem to worship. “The sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon at night. The Lord keeps you from all harm—he will watch over your life” (vv. 6–7). Likewise, as we each climb our life’s road, sometimes facing spiritual threat or harm, “The Lord will watch over [our] coming and going.” Why? His love. When? “Now and forevermore” (v. 8).

By:  Patricia Raybon

Reflect & Pray

What “mountain” are you climbing today? What assurance do you find in knowing God is watching over you?

Our loving Father, as we travel the road of life, thank You for watching over us, keeping us safe.

[luvie]

Henry Breault
October 14, 1900 – December 5, 1941
United States Navy Sailor
Medal of Honor Recipient
RIP Hero!

[PROCON]

Thanks for honoring tonight's Hero, Kathy!

Incredible heroism and love for his fellow man in Mr. Henry Breault!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...did you and Penny get to go hiking today?

FR disappeared on me last night.

[Kathy in Alaska]

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

To all our military men and women, past and present,

THANK YOU
for your service!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

Hope you got some good rest and are ready for the new week.

Hope spring is in sight and you can stay warmer.

[real saxophonist]

That was a little bit of a different story. Thanks!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hi, Luv...he risked his own life to stay with a fellow sailor.

[luvie]

That’s the kind of people our military heroes are! Always there for their fellow troops.