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Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army SSG Jimmy G. Stewart.
Medal of Honor
Episode 3004 of the Vietnam Veteran News Podcast will feature Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army SSG Jimmy G. Stewart. Information featured in this episode comes from Wikipedia and Tara Ross.
Staff Sergeant Jimmy G. Stewart, a Vietnam War hero and Medal of Honor recipient, displayed extraordinary bravery under fire. Serving with the U.S. Army’s 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), Stewart’s actions on May 18, 1966, near Đức Phổ, South Vietnam, cemented his legacy of valor.
During an intense firefight, Stewart’s squad came under heavy enemy fire. Without hesitation, he took charge, moving across open ground to aid his wounded comrades. He refused to retreat. Armed with only a rifle and grenades, he engaged the enemy bunkers eliminating threats that endangered his unit.
With relentless determination, Stewart single-handedly defended his position, neutralizing machine-gun nests that had pinned down his platoon. His fearless leadership and selfless sacrifice inspired his fellow soldiers, turning the tide of battle. Ignoring his own wounds, he continued fighting even after reinforcements arrived. His heroic actions saved countless lives and exemplified the highest traditions of military service.
For his extraordinary gallantry, Staff Sergeant Jimmy G. Stewart was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest military decoration. His courage, dedication, and sacrifice remain an enduring symbol of the bravery displayed by American soldiers in the Vietnam War.
His legacy lives on through the valor of those who continue to serve, embodying the U.S. Army’s core values of duty, honor, and selfless service.
Listen to Episode 3004 and discover more about Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army SSG Jimmy G. Stewart.
