Ranger....of a different kind dies at 70

Byrdman

OK, This is not about a C-Dory boat, but about one of those Americans ....and RANGER's that folks need to remember. A medal of honor winner.
If this upsets you because it is not about a C-Dory, get over it.
It is about a man who's live's work allows us the freedom to enjoy sites like this.

Byrdman

http://www.nbc.com/news-sports/msnbc-video/medal-of-honor-winner-bob-howard-dies-at-70/

416rigby · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 10:53 am Post subject:

a tip of the hat and a salute...our nation was made by men such as this.

Alyssa Jean · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 11:01 am Post subject:

Thanks for the link Pat. A hero's hero.

starcrafttom · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 11:04 am Post subject:

Thank you pat, what a great american. Its men like this that make this country what it is. His life history is amazing.

Jack in Alaska · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 2:46 pm Post subject:

I saw this info in the morning Anchorage paper. There is a real hero and he left this world too soon.

localboy · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 2:54 pm Post subject:

Wow...tough as nails and smart too! Double masters degrees. As was noted above; our nation was built on the shoulders of men (and women) like him....RIP.

Mike... · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 3:14 pm Post subject:

Thanks for posting that, Byrdman. It is a great tribute to a true American hero.

Here's a toast to Colonel Bob Howard, the best of the best. May we never forget his bravery and sacrifice -- or that of all the brave men and women who step up and answer the call to serve in our Armed Forces.

God bless them all.
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mike

patrick and linda · Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2009 8:00 pm Post subject:

whats amazing is that we have only learned of his deeds through his death. can't believe a man who has accomplish so much on and off the field, has remained hidden from the general public. i would have loved to have heard his stories, shook his hand and called him a hero and friend.
during my bootcamp days my drill instructor would continually tell us, vietnam was not a good war, but until we can find a better one, it was all we had!
it's a strange breed, the military, but thank goodness we have them.
pat

C-Bill · Posted: Sun Dec 27, 2009 2:17 pm Post subject:

Thanks Byrdman,

Very impressive. I'd like to read the details. I'm 70 also and still standing with nothing to show for it. Crying or Very sad

Bill

ddenver · Posted: Sun Dec 27, 2009 3:19 pm Post subject:

Patrick,

Thank you for the posting. I had missed hearing about Colonel Bob Howard's passing and his heroic life so I am glad you posted the link to the news item.

As others have noted, what an incredible individual and obviously one of the finest soldiers representing the United States of America during the Vietnam era. His biography would be a helluva read.

Hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

Take care,
Dan

Knotty C · Posted: Sun Dec 27, 2009 3:22 pm Post subject:

Thanks Pat. What an amazing American hero.

Don

C-Bill · Posted: Mon Dec 28, 2009 2:09 am Post subject:

Robert Howard's website: http://rlhtribute.com/

http://www.wacotrib.com/news/content/news/stories/2009/12/24/12242009wachowardobit.html

Byrdman · Posted: Mon Dec 28, 2009 10:26 am Post subject:

Awesome... Thanks for those links.

Am I the only one who wonders why we heard nothing of this on the US News in the evenings?? Must be all that real important stuff they have been reporting instead.

Byrdman...loving living the FREE life in America Beer

416rigby · Posted: Mon Dec 28, 2009 10:50 am Post subject:

When I watched the video the first time, it struck me as odd that they say you can only receive the MOH once. I know there are multiple awardees...so I went to check it out here: http://www.cmohs.org/double-recipients.php

There are, in fact 19 double MOH recipients. Maybe they changed the rule at some point?

Rick

Bill Uffelman · Posted: Mon Dec 28, 2009 3:53 pm Post subject:

NOTE: In 1917, the laws governing the award of the Medal of Honor ended all DOUBLE awards of the Medal of Honor. Click here for more information

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I met Bob Howard and several other MOH recipients at a Washington DC dinner back in 1988 or 1989. All of them were wonderful men who definitely earned our respect.

In the 43+ years since I entered the USMC in 1966 I have met and served with many heros, some got medals and others just earned my respect. In my current line of work I meet lots of men and women who think they deserve my respect but only a few have earned it. I'll take a military man/woman who goes in the line of fire over a public official every time.

Bill Uffelman
SGT USMC
CPT US Army Retired