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Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army 1LT Ruppert L. Sargent.

Medal of Honor

Episode 2989 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army 1LT Ruppert L. Sargent. Information featured in this episode comes from Wikipedia and a story on the History Net website.

U.S. Army First Lieutenant Ruppert L. Sargent displayed extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War, earning the Medal of Honor for his selfless sacrifice. Born in Hampton, Virginia, Sargent served with Company B, 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. On March 15, 1967, in Hậu Nghĩa Province, South Vietnam, he led a patrol to investigate enemy activity near a suspected Viet Cong bunker.

As Sargent and his men approached, they encountered a hidden enemy force. Suddenly, two grenades were thrown into their midst. Without hesitation, Sargent shouted a warning and threw himself onto the explosives, absorbing the full blast to protect his fellow soldiers. His courageous actions saved the lives of two men at the cost of his own.

For his valor beyond the call of duty, 1LT Sargent was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, becoming the first African American officer in the Vietnam War to receive the nation’s highest military decoration. His heroic sacrifice embodies the Army values of loyalty, duty, and selfless service.

Sargent’s legacy endures in Hampton, Virginia, where a National Guard Armory and a bridge are named in his honor. His bravery, leadership, and unwavering commitment to his comrades continue to inspire generations of soldiers and patriots.

Listen to Episode 2989 and discover more about Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army 1LT Ruppert L. Sargent.

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