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Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient Army LTC Ronald E. Ray.
Medal of Honor
Episode 2980 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Medal of Honor recipient Army LTC Ronald E. Ray. Information featured in this episode comes from Wikipedia.
Army Lieutenant Colonel Ronald E. Ray earned the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary bravery during the Vietnam War. Then a First Lieutenant with the 25th Infantry Division, Ray displayed unmatched heroism on June 19, 1966, near Suoi Tre, Republic of Vietnam.
As the platoon leader of Company A, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, Ray and his soldiers were suddenly ambushed by a heavily armed Viet Cong force. Despite intense enemy fire, he immediately took command, directing his men with fearless determination. When two enemy machine guns pinned down his unit, Ray charged forward, destroying the first position with grenades and silencing the second with rifle fire.
Wounded multiple times, Ray refused evacuation and continued to fight. Spotting an enemy rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) team, he single-handedly eliminated them, preventing a deadly attack on his platoon. Ignoring his injuries, he led a counterattack, rallying his troops to repel the Viet Cong assault. His gallant leadership and unwavering courage turned the tide of battle, saving countless lives.
For his selfless valor and extraordinary heroism, Ronald E. Ray was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Richard Nixon. His actions in Vietnam exemplify the highest traditions of U.S. Army service, embodying duty, honor, and sacrifice.
Ray’s legacy endures as a testament to the bravery of Medal of Honor recipients, inspiring future generations of American soldiers.
Listen to Episode 2980 and discover more about Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army LTC Ronald E. Ray.
