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FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Karl G Taylor Sr ~ 18 April 2022
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Posted on 04/17/2022 5:00:48 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska

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Karl G. Taylor, Sr.
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Karl Gorman Taylor, Sr. (July 14, 1939 – December 8, 1968) was a United States Marine who posthumously received the United States' highest military decoration – the Medal of Honor – for his actions in Vietnam in December 1968.

Karl Taylor was born on July 14, 1939 in Laurel, Maryland. He graduated from Arundel Junior High School in 1953, then attended Arundel Senior High School for three years until 1956. After leaving high school, he was employed by a construction company as a Tournapull-Scraper Operator. In 1961, he received a high school equivalency diploma from the Armed Forces Institute in Madison, Wisconsin.

He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps along with his brother, Walter William Taylor, at Recruiting Station Baltimore on January 15, 1959. Upon completion of recruit training with the 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, he went on to infantry combat training with the 1st Infantry Training Regiment, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. After completing infantry training in July 1959, he was assigned duty as a rifleman, section leader, and a platoon guide, successively, with Company A, 1st Battalion 6th Marines, 2nd Marine Division. He was promoted to private first class on July 1, 1959; to Lance Corporal on March 1, 1960; and to Corporal on October 24, 1960. From January until February 1962, he attended the Drill Instructor School at Parris Island, then served as a Drill Instructor at 2nd Recruit Training Battalion until January 1963.

After this enlistment tour was over, Cpl Taylor returned to inactive duty for three months and was with the 4th Marine Corps Reserve and Recruitment District at Philadelphia. On March 26, 1963, he returned to active duty at Marine Corps Base Quantico, and served as Assistant Police Sergeant and, later, Police Sergeant, Guard Company, Service Battalion, Marine Corps Schools. He was promoted to sergeant on December 1, 1963.

Transferred to the 3rd Marine Division, in August 1964, Sgt Taylor saw a one-year tour of duty in the Vietnam war as rocket section leader and platoon guide, with Company G, 2nd Battalion 3rd Marines. Reassigned to Sub Unit #2, Headquarters Company, Headquarters and Service Battalion, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific, in August 1965, he served as an instructor for the NCO Leadership School until the following November.

Upon his return to the United States in January 1966, Sgt Taylor returned to Marine Corps Schools, Quantico, for duty as Candidate Company Platoon Sergeant and Platoon Sergeant of Company A, Officer Candidate School. He was promoted to staff sergeant on September 1, 1966. In February 1968, he returned to the Far East and the 3rd Marine Division, this time for duty as platoon Sergeant and Company Gunnery Sergeant of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment. While participating in Operation Meade River on December 8, 1968, he was mortally wounded, while charging an enemy machine gun bunker to allow his platoon to rescue wounded Marines. He was able to take out the enemy position just before he was killed. For this action, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

On February 16, 1971, President Richard Nixon, in a White House ceremony, presented SSgt Taylor's Medal of Honor to his family — his wife, daughter, age 8, and two sons, age 7 and 4.

He was buried in Independence Cemetery at Independence Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania.

 

The President of the United States in the name of the Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to

STAFF SERGEANT KARL G. TAYLOR UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

for service as set forth in the following CITATION:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Company Gunnery Sergeant during Operation MEADE RIVER in the Republic of Vietnam on the night of 8 December 1968. Informed that the commander of the lead platoon had been mortally wounded when his unit was pinned down by a heavy volume of enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Taylor along with another Marine, crawled forward to the beleaguered unit through a hail of hostile fire, shouted encouragement and instructions to the men, and deployed them to covered positions. With his companion, he then repeatedly maneuvered across an open area to rescue those Marines who were too seriously wounded to move by themselves. Upon learning that there were still other seriously wounded men lying in another open area, in proximity to an enemy machine gun position, Staff Sergeant Taylor, accompanied by four comrades, led his men forward across the fire-swept terrain in an attempt to rescue the Marines. When his group was halted by devastating fire, he directed his companion to return to the company command post; whereupon he took his grenade launcher and, in full view of the enemy, charged across the open rice paddy toward the machine gun position, firing his weapon as he ran. Although wounded several times, he succeeded in reaching the machine gun bunker and silencing the fire from that sector, moments before he was mortally wounded. Directly instrumental in saving the lives of several of his fellow Marines, Staff Sergeant Taylor, by his indomitable courage, inspiring leadership, and selfless dedication, upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.

/S/ RICHARD M. NIXON

 

Please remember, the Canteen is family friendly and we exist to support and honor our troops and their families, as well as our Allies Troops and theirs.  Thank you to every Soldier, Sailor, Airman, Marine and Coast Guardsman out there for doing what you do to keep us safe.  We are ever in your debt.  And thank you, too, to the families and friends who support them.  God bless our troops.



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1 posted on 04/17/2022 5:00:48 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Hi Everybody!

(((HUGS)))


2 posted on 04/17/2022 5:04:11 PM PDT by left that other site (Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Happy Easter!


3 posted on 04/17/2022 5:08:30 PM PDT by Repeal The 17th (Get out of the matrix and get a real life.)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Our Daily Bread

Monday,
April 18, 2022

Witness in the Workplace
Read: 1 Peter 2:11–21

If you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. 1 Peter 2:20

“Are you still upset that I want to reduce the size of your favorite department?” Evelyn’s manager asked. “No.” She tightened her jaw. She was more frustrated that he seemed to be teasing her about it. She’d been trying to help the company by finding ways to draw in different interest groups, but limited space made this nearly impossible. Evelyn fought back tears, but she made the decision to do whatever her manager asked. Maybe she couldn’t bring about the changes she’d hoped, but she could still do her job to the best of her ability.

In the apostle Peter’s first letter, he urged first-century believers in Jesus to submit “to every human authority” (1 Peter 2:13). Maintaining integrity in a tough work situation isn’t easy. But Peter gives us a reason to continue doing good: “Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God” (v. 12). Additionally, this helps us set a godly example for other believers who are watching.

If we’re in a truly abusive work situation, it may be best to leave if at all possible (1 Corinthians 7:21). But in a safe environment, with the Spirit’s help we can continue to do good in our work remembering “this is commendable before God” (1 Peter 2:20). When we submit to authority, we have an opportunity to give others reason to follow and glorify God.Julie Schwab

What do you typically do when you’re in a difficult situation under someone else’s authority? How might God be trying to work in you through this?

Heavenly Father, help me to continue to honor You in my response to those in authority despite the difficult situations I may face. Help me to live each day in a way that glorifies You.

Bible in a year: 2 Samuel 3–5; Luke 14:25–35


4 posted on 04/17/2022 5:22:48 PM PDT by The Mayor (“Love the Lord your God,” and “Love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:37–39))
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To: left that other site

Good evening, ML...((HUGS))...how is recital rehearsal going?

Did you have a good Easter with family?


5 posted on 04/17/2022 5:23:13 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: Repeal The 17th

Good evening, Repeal, and thanks. Did you have a busy Easter?


6 posted on 04/17/2022 5:24:02 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Had a great Easter with family!

Rehearsals are moving right along. Two of the kids keep adding to their programs. (over achievers! LOL!)


7 posted on 04/17/2022 5:26:17 PM PDT by left that other site (Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Thanks for honoring tonight’s Hero, Kathy!


8 posted on 04/17/2022 5:28:30 PM PDT by PROCON (Sic Semper Tyrannis)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Family gathering down in the country.
About 40 people for a big meal,
and an egg hunt for the kids.


9 posted on 04/17/2022 5:29:13 PM PDT by Repeal The 17th (Get out of the matrix and get a real life.)
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To: MoJo2001; 007; 1 FELLOW FREEPER; 11B3; 1FreeAmerican; 1stbn27; 2111USMC; 2LT Radix jr; 300winmag; ..

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10 posted on 04/17/2022 5:37:44 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: The Mayor

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

Are you all rested after Easter festivities and ready to take on the completion of the mixer?

Packed for your trip?


11 posted on 04/17/2022 5:42:41 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: left that other site

Pretty cool that they are enthusiastic.


12 posted on 04/17/2022 6:04:03 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: Kathy in Alaska; luvie; HiJinx; AZamericonnie; Jet Jaguar; SandRat; laurenmarlowe; beachn4fun; ...

Greetings to all at the Canteen!

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

THANK YOU
for your service!


13 posted on 04/17/2022 6:07:20 PM PDT by radu (God bless our military men and women, past and present)
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To: PROCON

Good evening, Pro...always a pleasure to highlight our heroes.

A good weekend for you? Not a ray of sunshine here.


14 posted on 04/17/2022 6:33:21 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: Repeal The 17th

WOW!Sounds like a fun gathering! Lots of chatter for adults and fun times for the little ones.


15 posted on 04/17/2022 6:40:47 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Hi Kathy, good weekend my way, thanks for the nice E-card!


16 posted on 04/17/2022 6:54:11 PM PDT by PROCON (Sic Semper Tyrannis)
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To: radu

Good evening, radu...a good enough weather day for getting out and about?

Nary a ray of sunshine here. AND...I found 2 canadian geese in my yard eating duck food!! Time to start annoying them. I DO NOT want them in my yard!!


17 posted on 04/17/2022 6:58:00 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: PROCON

Happy Easter!


18 posted on 04/17/2022 7:03:21 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska ((~RIP Brian...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~))
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To: Kathy in Alaska; y'all; laurenmarlowe; MS.BEHAVIN; mylife; NYTexan; TASMANIANRED; SandRat; ...

Karl Gorman Taylor, Sr.
July 14, 1939 – December 8, 1968
United States Marine
Medal of Honor Recipient – posthumously
For actions in Vietnam, December 1968.
May this hero rest in eternal peace

19 posted on 04/17/2022 7:19:23 PM PDT by luvie (The bravery & dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American🇺🇸)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Howdy, Kathy.

Yes, the weather was decent enough today. Cloudy most of the day but the sun came out for a couple of hours this afternoon. It was cloudy again when I made a store run and a brief shower went over while I was inside. That was fine because the station wagon was dark blue again - - not pollen green. LOL Trees are really going to town right now. ah-CHOO!

Yep, you’d better discourage those geese asap! They always have lots of friends to invite. You have more than enough ducks.


20 posted on 04/17/2022 7:51:25 PM PDT by radu (God bless our military men and women, past and present)
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