Kevin's Watch

Posted: **Thu Dec 24, 2009 7:41 pm**

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1939-2009

He served five tours in Vietnam and is the only soldier in our nation's history to be nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor three times for three separate actions within a thirteen month period. Although it can only be awarded once to an individual, men who served with him said he deserved all three.
He received a direct appointment from Master Sergeant to 1st Lieutenant in 1969, and was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Richard M. Nixon at the White House in 1971. His other awards for valor include the Distinguished Service Cross - our nation's second highest award, the Silver Star - the third highest award, and numerous lesser decorations including eight Purple Hearts. He received his decorations for valor for actions while serving as an NCO.

Posted: **Fri Dec 25, 2009 4:24 am**

RIP, Col. Howard.

Posted: **Sat Dec 26, 2009 5:28 am**

A tough old bird...I bet his last fight was a close one, and damn near took the Grim Reaper with him.

Posted: **Mon Jan 04, 2010 5:44 pm**

Incredible story. Thank you, Soulbiter. And a most sincere thank you, COL Howard. RIP.

p.s. I suspect Death wasn't too comfortable with its odds when staring down COL Howard.

Kevin's Watch

An American Hero passes away quietly

An American Hero passes away quietly