FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Hiroshi Miyamura ~ 22 November 2021

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Hiroshi Miyamura

Info from here.

           

Hiroshi H. Miyamura (born in Gallup, New Mexico on October 6, 1925) is a Medal of Honor recipient awarded for his actions during the Korean War on 24 and April 25, 1951 near Taejon-ni, Korea while serving in the United States Army, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division.

World War II

Hiroshi Miyamura was drafted into the Army in 1944, near the end of World War II. He served briefly with the 442nd Infantry Regiment, a famous Japanese-American unit, and was discharged from the active army shortly after Japan surrendered. Following the war, he enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve, and was recalled to active duty following the start of the Korean War.

Korean War

His was the first Medal of Honor which was classified Top Secret by the military because Corporal Miyamura was captured by the North Koreans and held as a prisoner of war immediately after the heroic actions that led to the award. It was feared that if his captors knew of his status, he would be singled out for torture and death. As Brig. Gen. Ralph Osborne explained to Miyamura and a group of reporters upon notifying them of his medal, "If the Reds knew what he had done to a good number of their soldiers just before he was taken prisoner, they might have taken revenge on this young man. He might not have come back." Following his release on August 20, 1953, he was repatriated to the United States and was honorably discharged from the army shortly thereafter. His medal was presented to him by President Eisenhower in October 1953 at the White House.

Rank and organization: Corporal, U.S. Army, Company H, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division

Place and date: Near Taejon-ni, Korea, April 24, and April 25, 1951

Entered service at: Gallup, N. Mex. Birth: Gallup, New Mexico

G.O. No.: 85, November 4, 1953.

Citation:

Cpl. Miyamura, a member of Company H, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. On the night of 24 April, Company H was occupying a defensive position when the enemy fanatically attacked threatening to overrun the position. Cpl. Miyamura, a machinegun squad leader, aware of the imminent danger to his men unhesitatingly jumped from his shelter wielding his bayonet in close hand-to-hand combat killing approximately 10 of the enemy. Returning to his position, he administered first aid to the wounded and directed their evacuation. As another savage assault hit the line, he manned his machinegun and delivered withering fire until his ammunition was expended. He ordered the squad to withdraw while he stayed behind to render the gun inoperative. He then bayoneted his way through infiltrated enemy soldiers to a second gun emplacement and assisted in its operation. When the intensity of the attack necessitated the withdrawal of the company Cpl. Miyamura ordered his men to fall back while he remained to cover their movement. He killed more than 50 of the enemy before his ammunition was depleted and he was severely wounded. He maintained his magnificent stand despite his painful wounds, continuing to repel the attack until his position was overrun. When last seen he was fighting ferociously against an overwhelming number of enemy soldiers. Cpl. Miyamura's indomitable heroism and consummate devotion to duty reflect the utmost glory on himself and uphold the illustrious traditions on the military service

 

Hiroshi is married to the former Terry Tsuchimori, who was held in the Japanese American Internment camps in the United States during World War II. He has three children and four grandchildren, with one grandchild, Marisa, an officer in the United States Air Force. He has resided in Gallup since his discharge from the army, where he pursued his career as an automobile mechanic and service station owner.

On November 12, 2007, Gallup McKinley County Public Schools named their former Gallup Junior High school after Hiroshi, Miyamura High School. There was a dinner at the school that evening. Several students came to the school on the tenth of November, 2007 to decorate, and fix up the school, including painting and cleaning. Hiroshi Miyamura was there on the twelfth at the naming of the school and the dinner.

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[PROCON]

Thanks for honoring tonight’s Hero, Kathy!

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Monday,
November 22, 2021

True Worshipers

Read: John 4:19–26

True worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth. John 4:23

She finally had the chance to visit the church. Inside, in the deepest part of the basement, she reached the small cave or grotto. Candles filled the narrow space and hanging lamps illuminated a corner of the floor. There it was—a fourteen-pointed silver star, covering a raised bit of the marble floor. She was in Bethlehem’s Grotto of the Nativity—the place marking the spot where according to tradition Christ was born. Yet the writer, Annie Dillard, felt less than impressed, realizing God was much bigger than that spot.

Still, such places have always held great significance in our faith stories. Another such place is mentioned in the conversation between Jesus and the woman at the well—the mountain where her “ancestors worshiped” (John 4:20), referring to Mount Gerizim (see Deuteronomy 11:29). It was sacred to the Samaritans, who contrasted it to the Jewish insistence that Jerusalem was where true worship occurred (v. 20). However, Jesus declared the time had arrived when worship was no longer specific to a place, but a Person: “the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth” (v. 23). The woman declared her faith in the Messiah, but she didn’t realize she was talking to Him. “Then Jesus declared, ‘I, the one speaking to you—I am he’ ” (v. 26).

God isn’t limited to any mountain or physical space. He’s present with us everywhere. The true pilgrimage we make each day is to approach His throne as we boldly say, “Our Father,” and He is there. — John Blase

What difference does it make to you knowing that God is spirit, always and ever present? What will you praise Him for in this moment?

Father, thank You for Your constant presence no matter where I am.

Bible in a year: Ezekiel 18–19; James 4

[Kathy in Alaska]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Pro...Thanksgiving is getting close. Son is near, will daughter be coming to visit?

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

Is your in-laws destination close by? Do you have to travel any distance?

Hope you are rested and ready to take on a short week.

[PROCON]

Hi Kathy, daughter will be around in December, but son will be around.

[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

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

[Kathy in Alaska]

Is she still working from home and enjoying it?

[PROCON]

Yes, she’s working from home in Seattle, she and her cat.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, radu...warming up some? I know how much you like the cold.

Still cold here and just lovely looking out from my warm desk as I work.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...did you and Penny have a nice day? Ready for the new week?

Are you working on a recital?

[left that other site]

I don’t have the facilities for a recital as of yet. But it is something to think about in the future.

Maybe after the COVID craze dies down.

Today was a lovely day, if a bit chilly.

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

It wasn’t too bad today. 61 degrees but very dreary and dark. Now it’s raining and behind the rain is cold air.
I just stayed in and did a little housework, with breaks to plunk down in front of the computer. LOL

You had a pretty day up there .... as long as you were looking through the windows. LOL Too darn cold though!

[The Mayor]

We only have to go 20-30 minutes away, not far really.

I got home tonight with just enough time to post coffee.

[Kathy in Alaska]

A nice combination. Seattle settling down? And she is nowhere near any issues I hope?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Lots going on til the end of the year. You will be forgiven if a bit late. LOL!!!

And stay safe out there driving.

[luvie]

Hiroshi H. Miyamura
B. October 6, 1925, Gallup, New Mexico
United States Army,
7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division.
Medal of Honor Recipient
for actions during the Korean War
April 24 & 25, 1951
near Taejon-ni, Korea
What a brave hero he is!