FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Leroy A Mendonca ~ April 16, 2012

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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Leroy A. Mendonca

Info from here.

           

 

 

 

Leroy A. Mendonca was born in Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii, on 2 August 1932, and is of Portuguese ancestry.

While attending President William McKinley High School, he was a AJROTC cadet, and graduated in 1950 as a soldier in the United States Army during the Korean War.  He posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his actions on July 4, 1951.

Rank and organization: Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company B, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division

Place and date: Near Chich-on, Korea, July 4, 1951

Entered service at: Honolulu, T.H. Birth: Honolulu, T.H.

G.O. No.: 83, September 3, 1952

Citation:

Sgt. LeRoy A. Mendonca, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. After his platoon, in an exhaustive fight, had captured Hill 586, the newly won positions were assaulted during the night by a numerically superior enemy force. When the 1st Platoon positions were outflanked and under great pressure and the platoon was ordered to withdraw to a secondary line of defense, Sgt. Mendonca voluntarily remained in an exposed position and covered the platoon's withdrawal. Although under murderous enemy fire, he fired his weapon and hurled grenades at the onrushing enemy until his supply of ammunition was exhausted. He fought on, clubbing with his rifle and using his bayonet until he was mortally wounded. After the action it was estimated that Sgt. Mendonca had accounted for 37 enemy casualties. His daring actions stalled the crushing assault, protecting the platoon's withdrawal to secondary positions, and enabling the entire unit to repel the enemy attack and retain possession of the vital hilltop position. Sgt. Mendonca's extraordinary gallantry and exemplary valor are in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Army.

 

In 2001, the Bob Hope-class roll on roll off vehicle cargo ship USNS Mendonca was commissioned in the Military Sealift Command, and named in honor of Sergeant Mendonca.

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[Gator113]

Every citizen should ask themselves if they are living a life worthy of the sacrifices of our Fallen?

Sgt. LeRoy A. Mendonca... thank you for my life.

[ConorMacNessa]

WE THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. "





Our Founding Fathers brought this essential freedom into existence through great adversity. It is under attack now more than at any other time during our lives. We are called on to uphold and defend it, whatever the cost!

Nos genuflectitur ad non princeps sed Princeps Pacem!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[ConorMacNessa]

Captain Nathan Hale
American Patriot

“I Only Regret That I Have But One Life To Lose For My Country!”

Nos genuflectitur ad non princeps sed Princeps Pacem!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[ConorMacNessa]

Thanks very much, Kathy!



Nos genuflectitur ad non princeps sed Princeps Pacem!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

And rounding out the top three...The Mayor!!

[BIGLOOK]

I’m back.....just a short chat today since Aunt Glo ia awaiting another phone call. But she chatted a light speed and I’m still downloading all she said.

[luvie]

Thanks again, Galz, for another wonderful story of a hero who sacrificed all for his country!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Gator113...a very good thought. We cannot repay those sacrifices, but we can live and honor them.

And we thank you for your service to our country.

[BIGLOOK]

Aloha West Texas Rose!

Portagees from Hawaii are very dedicated, proud and determined folks. Sgt. Mendonca proves my point.

Presenting a hand salute with you, Caisson 71.

[luvie]

Indeed, as all Hawaiian patriots are! He did what he had to
to protect and defend, and I am always proud of you soldiers,
sailors, airmen and marines for that! :)

[luvie]

Ah....what a patriot he was....along with all of our founding fathers!

We need to return to what they envisioned for this great land!

[ConorMacNessa]

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS!

Tattoo

Must retire – the 0500 Reveille approaches relentlessly – the bugler already mounts the parapet. Will chat with you all on the morrow.

Good night, God bless you, and God bless the United States of America!

Godspeed our Troops around the Globe – especially those in harm’s way – by virtue of their service and sacrifice we continue to live in Freedom!

Nos genuflectitur ad non princeps sed Princeps Pacem!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

Congress seems to have forgotten a few things.

Great post, Mac!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Happy downloading and processing.

Hope Aunt Glo is doing well and enjoying the spring.

[luvie]

Nite, Conor! (((hugs)))

See ya in the mornin’, Early Bird! :)

[Dapper 26]

Muito Obrigado my friend.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Luv...((HUGS))...a calm day for you? Any tornado implications? Rain? Wind?

[Kathy in Alaska]

God Bless you good, Mac. Good night and rest well. Thanks for helping honor our troops, past and present. Thank you for your service to our country.

[luvie]

Howdy, Kathy! (((hugs)))

We had a cooler day but very windy. No rain or other water-
based events. All the tornadoes were way north of here. Thank goodness...
but hate that they were deadly in NW Oklahoma. :(

[Kathy in Alaska]

Welcome to the Canteen, Dapper 26....Aloha.