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FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Finnis Dawson McCleery ~ 27 July 2020
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Posted on 07/26/2020 5:02:32 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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~ Hall of Heroes ~ Finnis Dawson McCleery Info from this website. |
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Finnis Dawson McCleery (December 25, 1927 July 11, 2002) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decorationthe Medal of Honorfor his actions in the Vietnam War. McCleery joined the Army from San Angelo, Texas, and by May 14, 1968 was serving as a platoon sergeant in Company A, 1st Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment. During an assault on that day, in Quang Tin Province, Republic of Vietnam, McCleery single-handedly attacked and destroyed several enemy bunkers despite being wounded twice. McCleery left the Army while still a platoon sergeant. He died at age 74 and was buried in Belvedere Memorial Cemetery, San Angelo, Texas.
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Platoon Sergeant McCleery's official Medal of Honor citation reads:
- For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. P/Sgt. McCleery, U.S. Army, distinguished himself while serving as platoon leader of the 1st platoon of Company A. A combined force was assigned the mission of assaulting a reinforced company of North Vietnamese Army regulars, well entrenched on Hill 352, 17 miles west of Tam Ky. As P/Sgt. McCleery led his men up the hill and across an open area to close with the enemy, his platoon and other friendly elements were pinned down by tremendously heavy fire coming from the fortified enemy positions. Realizing the severe damage that the enemy could inflict on the combined force in the event that their attack was completely halted, P/Sgt. McCleery rose from his sheltered position and began a 1-man assault on the bunker complex. With extraordinary courage, he moved across 60 meters of open ground as bullets struck all around him and rockets and grenades literally exploded at his feet. As he came within 30 meters of the key enemy bunker, P/Sgt. McCleery began firing furiously from the hip and throwing hand grenades. At this point in his assault, he was painfully wounded by shrapnel, but, with complete disregard for his wound, he continued his advance on the key bunker and killed all of its occupants. Having successfully and single-handedly breached the enemy perimeter, he climbed to the top of the bunker he had just captured and, in full view of the enemy, shouted encouragement to his men to follow his assault. As the friendly forces moved forward, P/Sgt. McCleery began a lateral assault on the enemy bunker line. He continued to expose himself to the intense enemy fire as he moved from bunker to bunker, destroying each in turn. He was wounded a second time by shrapnel as he destroyed and routed the enemy from the hill. P/Sgt. McCleery is personally credited with eliminating several key enemy positions and inspiring the assault that resulted in gaining control of Hill 352. His extraordinary heroism at the risk of his life, above and beyond the call of duty, was in keeping with the highest standards of the military service, and reflects great credit on him, the Americal Division, and the U.S. Army.
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To: Kathy in Alaska
Howdy, Kathy.
No rain today and it was hotter ‘n hades.
But they SAY a “cold” front is coming through that should FINALLY shove this crummy weather pattern off of us and cool us off a little. AND there’s an increased chance for decent rainfall this week. I pray they’re right!
Your skies looked a lot like ours today. A lot of sunshine along with cumulus clouds, with thicker clouds hugging the mountains.
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:33:00 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: luvie
“No projects” is always good. LOL
It was pretty quiet here too.
But we had no luck with rain or cooler temps today. We’re SUPPOSED to have both this week though.
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:37:39 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: radu
I hope you get both. You...and the cotton...need them!
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:40:37 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Yes, sure am. Have another part time welder starting Tuesday.
Will have to see how he works out.
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:41:36 PM PDT
by
The Mayor
(I am outraged at your outrage toward the outrage!)
To: Kathy in Alaska
Evening, Kathy! Thanks for another bio.
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:46:57 PM PDT
by
MoochPooch
(I'm a compassionate cynic.)
To: luvie
We hope for both too. EVERYTHING needs a good drink.
And we’d all appreciate some moderate temps after weeks of roasting.
We’ll see.
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:47:28 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: mountainlion
And rounding out the top three....mountainlion bags the bronze!! 
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:51:49 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: luvie
Good evening, luvie...a true Texas hero. YES!
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posted on
07/26/2020 7:54:54 PM PDT
by
Kathy in Alaska
(((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)))
To: radu
I think it only got up to 93 here today, and tomorrow it’s supposed to get up to 95. Then after that, very high 90s. Ugh.
Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to sit on the porch with a cool breeze blowing. I’m soooo looking forwardto that.
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posted on
07/26/2020 8:24:12 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: luvie
It was 95 here and the heat index was higher. Air so thick you could cut it with a knife. No breeze at all. I went out not long ago to water some potted plants and it’s still not comfortable outside.
I know you’re anxious for Sept. to get here so you can get away from the heat for a bit.
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posted on
07/26/2020 8:51:01 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: radu
Our 95 and your 95 are two different breeds. The dry air plays havoc with my hair and skin, but I don’t think I’d like that much humidity. It’s defeating. But I’ll bet your plants love it!
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posted on
07/26/2020 8:58:05 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: luvie
VERY different breeds.
The humidity is all that’s been keeping plants going since they draw moisture out of the air with their leaves. But it’s not enough to keep them going long and they desperately need good rainfall.
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posted on
07/26/2020 9:43:22 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: Kathy in Alaska; radu; luvie; beachn4fun; All
A very pleasant good Monday morning and ((HUGS)) to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.
How's everyone doing this morning?
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posted on
07/26/2020 10:58:19 PM PDT
by
E.G.C.
To: radu
I’ve almost forgotten what it smells like. I hope you get some soon, even though it’ll no doubt send the humidity back up. Guess that’s the price you pay for beautiful trees and plants. But it’s still really uncomfortable.
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posted on
07/26/2020 11:04:48 PM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: E.G.C.
Howdy, E.G.C. ((HUGZ))
I see rain moving in to OK, expanding as it moves along. Must be the cold front that’s coming across the country. It’s moving slowly so maybe you and Gizmo will have time to head out for a romp if you go early enough.
We’re more than ready for it to get here sometime tomorrow!
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posted on
07/26/2020 11:12:17 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: luvie
I’ll tell ya, it didn’t smell very pleasant when we got the brief shower yesterday. I don’t know if it was the cotton or something else but there was a sour smell in the air.
I’ll take the humidity any day to be where it’s green during warmer weather. :-)
I can see what appears to be the front coming across the country and look forward to its arrival.
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posted on
07/26/2020 11:19:14 PM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: radu
You bet. We need the rain though. The drought is catching up on us.
I got our KFC supper yesterday. We had fun at the lake. Here are some pics.








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posted on
07/26/2020 11:44:33 PM PDT
by
E.G.C.
To: radu
Oooo...if it’s a cool front, I hope we both get some of it. Or if it has rain in it.
Guess I’ll head out soon. It’s been a long day even with the nap. See ya tomorrow! You and the kitties sleep well!
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posted on
07/27/2020 12:36:29 AM PDT
by
luvie
(The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American!)
To: E.G.C.
Yep, you need the rain and we do too. That rain system needs to get on the ball and do better than it is right now, though, if either of us is going to benefit.
It looks like you two covered a lot of ground yesterday. I hope you got a big enough KFC dinner to satisfy your appetites. :-)
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posted on
07/27/2020 12:59:11 AM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
To: luvie
I don’t know how far south the front will go but it would be nice if you get some of it too. AND some rain.
It’s only going to cool us off into the 80s but every little bit helps.
Sleep well and late! I still have a little to do before my noggin’ gets to sink into the pillow.
Catch ya tomorrow.
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posted on
07/27/2020 1:03:55 AM PDT
by
radu
(God bless our military men and women, past and present)
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