FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Jack C Montgomery ~ 21 March 2022

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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!

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[The Mayor]

Our Daily Bread

Monday,
March 21, 2022

Lost to the Past

Read: Exodus 39:1–7

Everyone who was willing and whose heart moved them came and brought an offering to the Lord for the work. Exodus 35:21

Upset with the corruption and extravagance plaguing his kingdom, Korea’s King Yeongjo (1694–1776) decided to change things. In a classic case of throwing out the baby with the bathwater, he banned the traditional art of gold-thread embroidery as excessively opulent. Soon, knowledge of that intricate process vanished into the past.

In 2011, Professor Sim Yeon-ok wanted to reclaim that long-lost tradition. Surmising that gold leaf had been glued onto mulberry paper and then hand-cut into slender strands, she was able to recreate the process, reviving an ancient art form.

In the book of Exodus, we learn of the extravagant measures employed to construct the tabernacle—including gold thread to make Aaron’s priestly garments. Skilled craftsmen “hammered out thin sheets of gold and cut strands to be worked into the blue, purple and scarlet yarn and fine linen” (Exodus 39:3). What happened to all that exquisite craftsmanship? Did the garments simply wear out? Were they eventually carried off as plunder? Was it all in vain? Not at all! Every aspect of the effort was done because God had given specific instructions to do it.  

God has given each of us something to do as well. It may be a simple act of kindness—something to give back to Him as we serve each other. We need not concern ourselves with what will happen to our efforts in the end (1 Corinthians 15:58). Any task done for our Father becomes a thread extending into eternity. — Tim Gustafson

What are the various things God has given you to do over the course of your lifetime? How might it change your outlook to view even your most mundane tasks today as being done for Him?

Heavenly Father, help me choose to serve You today with everything I do.

Bible in a year: Joshua 7–9; Luke 1:21–38

[PROCON]

Thanks for honoring tonight’s Hero, Kathy!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

All rested and ready to take on the new week? Back behaving?

[SkyDancer]

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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[radu]

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

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

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Hey there, Pro...you are most welcome. How’s the eye settling in?

[left that other site]

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Janey...((HUGS))...good looking new ride!! Getting close?

[SkyDancer]

Good Evening Kathy!(((HUGS))) Yeah, will have my exit interview end of the week then meet with the boss at the bizjet outfit - will be sent to school on things like systems and stuff for it then flight instruction. Should be fun.

[PROCON]

Thanks Kathy, eye’s doing better each day, thanks for asking.

[radu]

Howdy, Kathy.

A gorgeous day up there, and warm! How long has it been since y’all felt 40 degrees?

[radu]

Howdy, PRO.

I hope your eye is feeling a little better today. Every step in the right direction is a plus. :-)

[luvie]

Jack C. Montgomery
July 23, 1917 – June 11, 2002
United States Army Officer
and Medal of Honor Recipient
—for his actions in World War II.
🇺🇸 God rest his hero soul! 🇺🇸

[TigerHawk]

REALLY EXCELLENT POST!

Co-incidentally (if one believes in co-incidence, which I
do not), yesterday’s Torah portion, Tzar, deals with the work of the Levites, and Priests, consecrations, sacrifices and such. My wife pointed out to me that there were instructions for how a priest was to remove the ashes from the alter every morning, and dispose of them outside the camp. She pointed out, as did you in your post, that NOTHING done in the service of the Almighty is TRIVIAL or MUNDANE, but is G-D’S work, and is HOLY and PURPOSEFUL!

G-D BLESS!

KEEP THE FAITH.

[TigerHawk]

TO EACH AND ALL,

HAPPY VERNAL EQUINOX DAY!!!

[radu]

Howdy, luvie.

How are things over your way? As windy as expected.

We had a beautiful day and look forward to one more.

[luvie]

Hey there, radu!

Yes it was pretty windy early on and it kicked up some sand, but I think it’s calmed down for now. Thank goodness. The sound of it is unnerving. At least we don’t have fires. Yet.

I’m so glad that you had a pretty day to enjoy. Makes all the difference, doesn’t it!

[radu]

Good to hear the wind didn’t stick around overnight. Gives the kitties a break and your ears a break too. :-)

I wish you could get some rain from the system that’s coming through here Tuesday but it’ll blow up east of you. then again, you don’t want any of that because it’s going to be u-g-l-y. They still say the worst of it will stay well south of us but they’ve been wrong before. Just have to wait and see.