Posted on Oct 26, 2015
Do you know what Herbert K. Pilila'au did and who he is?
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This is a story of a hero. The type of hero Hollywood makes up, but he is not made up, his story is a true story of selfless service to his comrades.
http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2015/02/herbert-k-pililaau-hawaiis-first-medal-honor-recipient/
http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2015/02/herbert-k-pililaau-hawaiis-first-medal-honor-recipient/
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Selfless Service
Korea Selfless Service
Posted 9 y ago
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I was not familiar with Herbert K. Pilila'au and his background as a soldier in the Korean War until you posted this account CPT (Join to see). Thank you for sharing his heroism and what he did to protect the lives of his fellow soldiers .
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Great story! Thanks for posting it.
His life story rather reminds me of Sgt. York in several ways.
His life story rather reminds me of Sgt. York in several ways.
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"When asked why he was so willing to volunteer for such a job, Pililaau very matter-of-factly explained: “Someone had to do it...“"
CPT (Join to see) Throughout my career, hearing this response from a Jr, then having that Jr give 110% doing it has always impressed me...
Amazing post, and thanks for sharing it!
CPT (Join to see) Throughout my career, hearing this response from a Jr, then having that Jr give 110% doing it has always impressed me...
Amazing post, and thanks for sharing it!
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