USMC GySgt. John Basilone - Medal of Honor Recipient during WWII

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  • Опубліковано 16 бер 2023
  • In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, listen to the captivating true story of GySgt. John Basilone, a legendary figure in the annals of the United States Marine Corps. Known for his extraordinary courage under fire in World War II, Basilone played a pivotal role during the fierce battles of Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima. His leadership and determination against formidable odds earned him the prestigious Medal of Honor.
    Please view our other video to learn about Medal of Honor heroes.
    Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
    Books about Sgt. Basilone:
    I'm Staying with My Boys: The Heroic Life of Sgt. John Basilone, USMC amzn.to/40lz6p3
    Red Blood, Black Sand: Fighting Alongside John Basilone from Boot Camp to Iwo Jima
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    Hero of the Pacific: The Life of Marine Legend John Basilone
    amzn.to/3ZYJQcZ
    Please visit our website to learn more about other American Heroes.
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    Sources:
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Ba...
    marineswwii.com/john_basilone.php
    www.thefamouspeople.com/profi...
    sofrep.com/news/john-basilone...
    www.marinecorpstimes.com/news...
    ussbasilone.org/john-basilone...
    mohmuseum.org/medal_of_honor/...
    warfarehistorynetwork.com/art...
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 12

  • @nateschlegel8448
    @nateschlegel8448 Рік тому +2

    I really like your stories. America needs more heroes like these!! Good Bless the USA. And God Bless our veterans, our most valued citizens.

  • @annhanntz275
    @annhanntz275 7 місяців тому +1

    I drive other Vets in the Basilone parade every year in Raritan NJ. He was a one man army,what he did is mind boggling.Semper Fi Brother!

    • @DutyandValor
      @DutyandValor  7 місяців тому

      That must be an great experience. Thank you for listening to his story!

  • @alanstrong55
    @alanstrong55 Рік тому +2

    Basilone was a champion. Another Model Marine. Raise his arm in victory!

    • @DutyandValor
      @DutyandValor  Рік тому

      I agree completely... Someone that everyone can look up to. His was a good story to tell.

    • @emmanuelawosusi2365
      @emmanuelawosusi2365 Рік тому

      ​@@DutyandValor legend

  • @emmanuelawosusi2365
    @emmanuelawosusi2365 Рік тому +1

    Love the channel

    • @DutyandValor
      @DutyandValor  Рік тому +1

      Thank you, I appreciate you listening!