Good Morning Guys and Dolls:
I always try to keep humor in my blog on a daily basis, however today I would like to honor four brave men. Four brave men to who gave up their own lives to save others, “The Four Chaplains.” These men all held the rank of lieutenant and were Methodist Reverend George L. Fox, Rabbi Alexander D. Goode, Roman Catholic Priest John P. Washington and Reformed Church in America Reverend Clark V. Poling. They were sailing on the USAT Dorchester a troop transport on February 3, 1943 when the ship was torpedoed by a German U-Boat in the North Atlantic. As the ship was sinking, the four chaplains calmed the frightened soldiers and sailors, aided in the evacuation of the ship and helped guide the wounded to safety. They even gave up their own life jackets.
A survivor quoted, “As I swam away from the ship, I looked back. The bow came up high and she slid under. The last thing I saw, the Four Chaplains were up there praying for the safety of the men. They had done everything they could. I did not see them again.”
On December 19, 1944, all four chaplains were awarded the Purple Heart and the Distinguished Service Cross. Hero’s come in all shapes and sizes may these men rest in peace always. This story was on the History Channel awhile back if you ever see it listed watch it.
Have a great day Speakies.
I always try to keep humor in my blog on a daily basis, however today I would like to honor four brave men. Four brave men to who gave up their own lives to save others, “The Four Chaplains.” These men all held the rank of lieutenant and were Methodist Reverend George L. Fox, Rabbi Alexander D. Goode, Roman Catholic Priest John P. Washington and Reformed Church in America Reverend Clark V. Poling. They were sailing on the USAT Dorchester a troop transport on February 3, 1943 when the ship was torpedoed by a German U-Boat in the North Atlantic. As the ship was sinking, the four chaplains calmed the frightened soldiers and sailors, aided in the evacuation of the ship and helped guide the wounded to safety. They even gave up their own life jackets.
A survivor quoted, “As I swam away from the ship, I looked back. The bow came up high and she slid under. The last thing I saw, the Four Chaplains were up there praying for the safety of the men. They had done everything they could. I did not see them again.”
On December 19, 1944, all four chaplains were awarded the Purple Heart and the Distinguished Service Cross. Hero’s come in all shapes and sizes may these men rest in peace always. This story was on the History Channel awhile back if you ever see it listed watch it.
Have a great day Speakies.
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