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FReeper Canteen ~ Hall of Heroes: 1LT George K Sisler ~ 19 April 2021
Serving The Best Troops and Veterans In The World !! | The Canteen Crew

Posted on 04/18/2021 5:01:38 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska

Our Troops Rock!  Thank you for all you do!
 
For the freedom you enjoyed yesterday... Thank the Veterans who served in The United States Armed Forces.
 
Looking forward to tomorrow's freedom? Support The United States Armed Forces Today!
 
 
~ Hall of Heroes ~

1LT George K. Sisler

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George Kenton Sisler (September 19, 1937–February 7, 1967) 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 the Vietnam War.

Sisler joined the Army from his birth city of Dexter, Missouri, and by February 7, 1967 was serving as a first lieutenant in the Headquarters and Headquarters Company of the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. On that day, when his unit came under heavy enemy attack in the Republic of Vietnam, Sisler organized the defense, rescued a wounded soldier, and single-handedly attacked an enemy position before being mortally wounded. For his actions during the battle, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

Sisler, aged 29 at his death, was buried at Dexter Cemetery in his hometown of Dexter, Missouri. He was a 1964 graduate of Arkansas State College (now Arkansas State University) with a degree in education.

He was also famous for his toughness, once parachuting while having a broken bone. The ASU ROTC department's Ranger Challenge team is named Sisler's Raiders in his honor.

First Lieutenant Sisler's official Medal of Honor citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life and above and beyond the call of duty. 1st Lt. Sisler was the platoon leader/adviser to a Special United States/Vietnam exploitation force. While on patrol deep within enemy dominated territory, 1st Lt. Sisler's platoon was attacked from 3 sides by a company sized enemy force. 1st Lt. Sisler quickly rallied his men, deployed them to a better defensive position, called for air strikes, and moved among his men to encourage and direct their efforts. Learning that 2 men had been wounded and were unable to pull back to the perimeter, 1st Lt. Sisler charged from the position through intense enemy fire to assist them. He reached the men and began carrying 1 of them back to the perimeter, when he was taken under more intensive weapons fire by the enemy. Laying down his wounded comrade, he killed 3 onrushing enemy soldiers by firing his rifle and silenced the enemy machinegun with a grenade. As he returned the wounded man to the perimeter, the left flank of the position came under extremely heavy attack by the superior enemy force and several additional men of his platoon were quickly wounded. Realizing the need for instant action to prevent his position from being overrun, 1st Lt. Sisler picked up some grenades and charged single-handedly into the enemy onslaught, firing his weapon and throwing grenades. This singularly heroic action broke up the vicious assault and forced the enemy to begin withdrawing. Despite the continuing enemy fire, 1st Lt. Sisler was moving about the battlefield directing air strikes when he fell mortally wounded. His extraordinary leadership, infinite courage, and selfless concern for his men saved the lives of a number of his comrades. His actions reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the military service.
USNS Sisler

USNS Sisler (T-AKR-311), a Navy Supply ship, is named after him.

Sisler Hall, a building at Fort Huachuca, Arizona, is named after him.
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Yep...and today...WE RIDE!

((((I Hope))))


61 posted on 04/19/2021 4:52:04 AM PDT by left that other site (If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all. (Isaiah 7:9))
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To: radu; bitt; Jet Jaguar; SkyDancer; ladyjane; Jane Long; DarthVader; fieldmarshaldj; knarf; TXnMA; ..

Vietnam veteran gets help from the community. This is a must see video; Kleenex alert:

Veteran weeps over new home built by teens | Militarykind

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CtK8992GRg


62 posted on 04/19/2021 8:30:09 AM PDT by ExTexasRedhead
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To: Kathy in Alaska; y'all; Arrowhead1952; beachn4fun; E.G.C.; GodBlessUSA; ConorMacNessa; HiJinx; ...

Gooood mornin', Early Birds!
It's a beee-uuu-teee-ful day today!
Lots of sun but not hot.
Best combination!
Hope y'all have a Mahv'lus Monday...
...and a Wonderful Week!
(((hugs)))

63 posted on 04/19/2021 9:37:49 AM PDT by luvie (The bravery and dedication of our troops in keeping us safe & free make me proud to be an American)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Hi. I hope you are doing well.

I try to bump MOH stories when I see them.

All of us gave something. Some of us gave everything.

5.56mm


64 posted on 04/19/2021 10:22:47 AM PDT by M Kehoe (Quid Pro Joe and the Ho ain't my president.)
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