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Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient Army CSM Charles B. Morris.
Congressional Medal of Honor
Episode 2952 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Medal of Honor recipient Army CSM Charles B. Morris. Information featured in this episode comes from Wikipedia and the Together We Served website.
Command Sergeant Major Charles B. Morris was a man whose courage and devotion to his comrades became legend. Born in Carroll County, Virginia in 1931, Morris joined the Army young, seeking a life of service. It was in the jungles of Vietnam, however, that his heroism would immortalize him.
On June 29, 1966, during a grueling firefight near Long Binh, Morris’s company found itself outnumbered and pinned down by a determined enemy force. With bullets cutting through the thick jungle air, Morris repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire, moving from position to position to inspire his men and direct their counterattack. When his comrades faltered under the pressure of the relentless assault, Morris charged forward, leading a counter-assault that would turn the tide of battle.
Despite being wounded four times, Morris refused evacuation. Instead, he crawled through the battlefield to deliver critical medical aid to his injured comrades. His selflessness and leadership under fire inspired his company to rally and repel the enemy force.
For his extraordinary bravery and unwavering commitment to his fellow soldiers, Charles B. Morris was awarded the Medal of Honor. The medal was a testament not only to his actions on that fateful day but also to his character as a soldier who put his comrades before himself.
Morris continued to serve his country with distinction until his retirement in 1981, leaving behind a legacy of valor and devotion that inspires soldiers to this day. He passed away in 1996, but his story remains a testament to the indomitable spirit of the American soldier.
Listen to Episode 2952 and discover more about Medal of Honor recipient Army CSM Charles B. Morris.
