FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Robert M Patterson ~ 07 February 2022

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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Robert Martin Patterson

Info from here.

           

Robert Martin Patterson (born April 16, 1948) is a retired United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration?he Medal of Honor?or his actions in the Vietnam War.

Patterson joined the Army from Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1966, and by May 6, 1968, was serving as a specialist four in Troop B, 2nd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment. During a firefight on that day, near La Chu in the Republic of Vietnam, Patterson single-handedly destroyed a series of enemy bunkers. For his actions during the battle, he was awarded the Medal of Honor and promoted to sergeant.

In the mid 1970's, Patterson, by then a staff sergeant, served as a Basic Training drill sergeant at Fort Bliss, Texas.

Patterson reached the Army's highest enlisted rank, Command Sergeant Major, before retiring.

Patterson currently resides in Pensacola, Florida, having moved there in 2010.

 

Sergeant Patterson'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. Sgt. Patterson (then Sp4c.) distinguished himself while serving as a fire team leader of the 3d Platoon, Troop B, during an assault against a North Vietnamese Army battalion which was entrenched in a heavily fortified position. When the leading squad of the 3d Platoon was pinned down by heavy interlocking automatic weapon and rocket propelled grenade fire from 2 enemy bunkers, Sgt. Patterson and the 2 other members of his assault team moved forward under a hail of enemy fire to destroy the bunkers with grenade and machine gun fire. Observing that his comrades were being fired on from a third enemy bunker covered by enemy gunners in 1-man spider holes, Sgt. Patterson, with complete disregard for his safety and ignoring the warning of his comrades that he was moving into a bunker complex, assaulted and destroyed the position. Although exposed to intensive small arm and grenade fire from the bunkers and their mutually supporting emplacements. Sgt. Patterson continued his assault upon the bunkers which were impeding the advance of his unit. Sgt. Patterson singlehandedly destroyed by rifle and grenade fire 5 enemy bunkers, killed 8 enemy soldiers and captured 7 weapons. His dauntless courage and heroism inspired his platoon to resume the attack and to penetrate the enemy defensive position. Sgt. Patterson's action at the risk of his life has reflected great credit upon himself, his unit, and the U.S. Army.

 

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[Kathy in Alaska]

~ Hall of Heroes: Robert M Patterson ~

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[lightman]

Thank you for another inspiring story of the heroes who walk among us.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Hello Veterans, wherever you are!!

[PROCON]

Thanks for honoring tonight's Hero, Kathy!

Son's over again for dinner tonight, see ya later.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, lightman...our heroes stories are, for sure, inspiring.

[Kathy in Alaska]

WOOHOO! Enjoy your fun time together,

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Monday,
February 7, 2022

Getting What We Want

Read: 1 Kings 1:5, 32–37

Adonijah . . . put himself forward and said, “I will be king.” 1 Kings 1:5

Aaron Burr anxiously awaited the result of the tie-breaking vote from the US House of Representatives. Deadlocked with Thomas Jefferson in the 1800 race for the presidency, Burr had reason to believe that the House would declare him the winner. However, he lost, and bitterness gnawed at his soul. Nurturing grievances against Alexander Hamilton for not supporting his candidacy, Burr killed Hamilton in a gun duel less than four years later. Outraged by the killing, his country turned its back on him, and Burr died a dour old man.

Political power plays are a tragic part of history. When King David was nearing death, his son Adonijah recruited David’s commander and a leading priest to make him king (1 Kings 1:5–8). But David had chosen Solomon as king (v. 17). With the help of the prophet Nathan, the rebellion was put down (vv. 11–53). Despite his reprieve, Adonijah plotted a second time to steal the throne, and Solomon had him executed (2:13–25).

How human of us to want what’s not rightfully ours! No matter how hard we pursue power, prestige, or possessions, it’s never quite enough. We always want something more. How unlike Jesus, who “humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross”! (Philippians 2:8).

Ironically, selfishly pursuing our own ambitions never brings us our truest, deepest longings. Leaving the outcome to God is the only path to peace and joy. — Tim Gustafson

What do your desires and goals tell you about your heart? What do you need to give to God today?

Dear God, please help me fill the role You’ve given me and not to covet more. Help me trust You in everything.

Bible in a year: Leviticus 1–3; Matthew 24:1–28

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...is it still Antarctica at your house?

Is Penny venturing any further than the sidewalk? How about her Mom?

Progress on the ice chipping? Don’t hurt your playing fingers/hands!

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I had to go at the ice with an AXE.

Penny is still not amused.

[mylife]

good surfing Bob!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1lc4rqh7ZU

[mylife]

pizza gal put her back out chipping the damned ice :(

[mylife]

she said should I put ice on it or heat? LOL I said damn the ice, there’s a pizza oven..

[mylife]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kdftGfpwujE

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No Pizza For You! :-(

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

All rested and ready to take on the new week? Hope your shop is toasty warm for you.

[mylife]

Ohh I got pizza, sausage and peperoni!

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Mmmm Mmmmm Mmmmm
My Favorite!

[luvie]

Robert Martin Patterson
b. April 16, 1948
Retired United States Army soldier
Medal of Honor Recipient
For actions in the Vietnam War.
Salute and Thank this brave hero!