FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: Carlos J Lozada ~ 27 July 2015

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[Kathy in Alaska]

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Carlos Lozada
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Carlos James Lozada (September 6, 1946 – November 20, 1967), was a Private First Class in the United States Army and was killed in action in Vietnam. He was one of five Puerto Ricans who were posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions.

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The United States at that time was involved in the Vietnam War and on June 11, 1967, Lozada was sent to Vietnam and assigned to Co. A, 2nd Battalion, 503 Infantry, 173rd Airborne Brigade.

On November 20, 1967, at Dak To in the Republic of Vietnam, PFC Lozada spotted a North Vietnamese Army company rapidly approaching his outpost. He alerted his comrades and opened fire with a machine gun, killing at least twenty of the enemy soldiers and disrupting their initial attack. He realized that if he abandoned his position there would be nothing to hold back the surging North Vietnamese soldiers and that his entire company withdrawal would be jeopardized - as a result he told his comrades to move to the back and that he would supply cover for them. He continued to deliver a heavy and accurate volume of suppressive fire against the enemy until he was mortally wounded and had to be carried during the withdrawal.

PFC Lozada was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for distinguishing himself in the Battle of Dak To.

PFC Lozada was buried with full military honors in Long Island National Cemetery located in Farmingdale, New York. His name is located in the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall Panel 30E-Row 045. His name is also inscribed in "El Monumento de la Recordacion" (Monument of Remembrance), dedicated to Puerto Rico's fallen soldiers and situated in front of the Capitol Building in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The Bronx honored him by naming a playground in his honor located behind 175 Willis Ave. On November 11, 2008, the Government of Puerto Rico unveiled in the Capitol Rotunda the oil portrait of PFC Carlos James Lozada.

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to:

LOZADA, CARLOS JAMES

Rank and organization:Private First Class,
U.S. Army, Company A, 2d Battalion, 503d Infantry, 173d Airborne Brigade.
Place and date: Dak To, Republic of Vietnam, November 20, 1967.
Entered service at: New York, N.Y.
Born: September 6, 1946, Caguas, puerto Rico. Citation:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Pfc. Lozada, U.S. Army, distinguished himself at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in the battle of Dak To. While serving as a machine gunner with 1st platoon, Company A, Pfc. Lozada was part of a 4-man early warning outpost, located 35 meters from his company's lines. At 1400 hours a North Vietnamese Army company rapidly approached the outpost along a well defined trail. Pfc. Lozada alerted his comrades and commenced firing at the enemy who were within 10 meters of the outpost. His heavy and accurate machinegun fire killed at least 20 North Vietnamese soldiers and completely disrupted their initial attack. Pfc. Lozada remained in an exposed position and continued to pour deadly fire upon the enemy despite the urgent pleas of his comrades to withdraw. The enemy continued their assault, attempting to envelop the outpost. At the same time enemy forces launched a heavy attack on the forward west flank of Company A with the intent to cut them off from their battalion. Company A was given the order to withdraw. Pfc. Lozada apparently realized that if he abandoned his position there would be nothing to hold back the surging North Vietnamese soldiers and that the entire company withdrawal would be jeopardized. He called for his comrades to move back and that he would stay and provide cover for them. He made this decision realizing that the enemy was converging on 3 sides of his position and only meters away, and a delay in withdrawal meant almost certain death. Pfc. Lozada continued to deliver a heavy, accurate volume of suppressive fire against the enemy until he was mortally wounded and had to be carried during the withdrawal. His heroic deed served as an example and an inspiration to his comrades throughout the ensuing 4-day battle. Pfc. Lozada's actions are in the highest traditions of the U.S. Army and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the U.S. Army.

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Sand...((HUGS))...ready to take on the new week?

[SandRat]

Good evening, Kathy...((HUGS))...ready to take on the new week that ends with the new dog.

[The Mayor]

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The Checkup

July 27, 2015

Search me, O God, . . . and see if there is any wicked way in me. —Psalm 139:23-24

It’s that time of year when I go to the doctor for my annual physical. Even though I feel well and I’m not experiencing any health problems, I know that routine checkups are important because they can uncover hidden problems that if left undiscovered can grow to be serious health issues. I know that giving permission to my doctor to find and remedy the hidden problems can lead to long-term health.

Clearly the psalmist felt that way spiritually. Pleading for God to search for hidden sin, he prayed, “Search me, O God, . . . and see if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting” (Ps. 139:23-24). Pausing to give God the opportunity for a full and unconditional inspection, he then surrendered to the righteous ways of God that would keep him spiritually healthy.

So, even if you are feeling good about yourself, it is time for a checkup! Only God knows the true condition of our heart, and only He can forgive, heal, and lead us to a cleansed life and productive future.

Lord, You know me better than I know myself. Search the deepest parts of my heart for anything that is displeasing to You. Cleanse me of my wandering ways and lead me in Your good and righteous way.

God’s work in us isn’t over when we receive salvation—it has just begun.

Insight:

Often when discussing the greatness of God, Bible scholars speak in terms of His “omni”-attributes. These reveal God to be all-knowing (omniscient), everywhere-present (omnipresent), and all-powerful (omnipotent). In Psalm 139 David gives us descriptions of all three. God’s perfect knowledge and understanding are pictured in verses 1-6, His continual presence is praised in verses 7-12, and His mighty power is in view in verses 13-18. We serve a God who is both great and good—a God who is big enough for all we will ever face.

[luvie]

What a hero! Thanks, galz!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Ms Feather...*hugs*...glad for the cooling. How is your hummer handling the heat?

We had rain overnight and into the morning...enough so I didn’t have to water the yards today. Hurrah!! I need to get some grass seed and a new hose for the back yard.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Janey...((HUGS))...hurrah for you! Outings can be fun.

I’ve been trying to get my Mom’s living room TV to come on, but it says “no signal”. The cable box is off and it won’t come on. Her remote works in my room, so it’s not the remote. I will call tonight...they may still be open. Maybe I just need to swap the old one out for a new one. *sigh* Thank goodness she has the new TV in her room, and it’s working.

This is a first for me. My Dad was always turning the cable box off...I only had to turn it on and all was well.

[Kathy in Alaska]

WOOHOO...new puppy on the way!

[Kathy in Alaska]

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

Have a great week.

[The Mayor]

Thank you Kathy.
I hope you do too!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Luv....he knew what he was choosing. God Bless him.

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good Monday morning to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.

((HUGS))Good morning, Ladies. Thanks for this morning's thread, Star. How's it going?

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good morning, E...((HUGS)) Did you boys have a good weekend? Any adventures?

You and Bo have a great Monday.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Prayers for Arrowhead's recovery, and in his absence....

[E.G.C.]

Spent much of it under the AC. Too hot to do anything.

[beachn4fun]

Good morning, Canteen.

Good morning to our

Military, our Allies, and their families.

Thank you, Star, for preparing the Canteen
for today’s activities.

Checking in before I head out for a walk.
Hallelujah! We got rain, finally.
But, it's going to be a hot week.
Fingers crossed it won't last long.
Don't know if it's just me; but, I'm feeling fall in the air.
Not to cold, but the feel of the days
as we move from summer to fall.

Please stay right where you are.
Chat up the military or a family member.
No need to fret...you know I'll be back!

The FR Canteen is

Come in and sit for a while.
There's always plenty of coffee, tea,
pancakes, conversation, silliness,
and plain old BS

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[E.G.C.]

((HUGS))Good morning, Beach. How’s it going?

[PROCON]

How are you Beachie?

A good weekend for me; my sister and I hung out on Saturday and had lunch, the weather was gorgeous. And yes, she's from the Seattle area, my only sibling.

Other than that, a quiet weekend.

I'm working today thru Wednesday this week.

How was your weekend?

And what's up with your hubby wanting you to stay working?

[SandRat]

he’ll get here late Saturday.

[SkyDancer]

Hi, Well glad Mon’s TV is working. I don’t know much about cable boxes but I guess the question to ask is: does the box have lights on? Like is there power going to the box? If so maybe just a reset?

[luvie]

Gooood Moanday Mornin', Early Birds!
No...I didn't misspell it! LOL!
Glad you got rain, Beachy!
Wish we would..it's been SO HOT!
I'd like to fly away to somewhere cool!
Is there such a place?
Hope all you Early Birds have a great day!
...and work is easy!
((((hugs))))