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There’s always that one wildcard in the deck! One of the most decorated soldiers of the Vietnam War had almost as many reprimands (article 15’s) as he did medals: MOH, two Silver Stars, 6 Bronze Stars with “V” Devices, an Air Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm and 8 Purple Hearts.
There is a long-standing adage in combat arms branches that says “you haven’t had a full career until you’ve gotten an Article 15.”
Well, this Vietnam War veteran had his share non-judicial punishments (authorized by Article 15 of UCMJ), racked up 115 confirmed kills and was awarded the Medal of Honor. He was also one of the most decorated soldier in American international combat, even eclipsing both Alvin York and Audie Murphy.
There is a long-standing adage in combat arms branches that says “you haven’t had a full career until you’ve gotten an Article 15.”
Well, this Vietnam War veteran had his share non-judicial punishments (authorized by Article 15 of UCMJ), racked up 115 confirmed kills and was awarded the Medal of Honor. He was also one of the most decorated soldier in American international combat, even eclipsing both Alvin York and Audie Murphy.
Remembering CPT Joe Ronnie Hooper, USA
Posted from stationhypo.com
Vietnam War
Article 15
Medal of Honor
Alcohol
Posted 2 y ago
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel My friend, the one with a Silver Star for each of his two tours in ‘Nam - one of those was awarded for his actions in the firefight that resulted in Hooper’s CMH.
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SFC Jim Ruether
What a hero and what I mean by that is he knew what had to be done and went ahead and did it. God Bless him and pass him the gun powder!
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel he died way too young... May he continue to Rest in Peace.
..."Much like the war he fought in, Hooper is not as well known as other Medal of Honor recipients of his stature. According to accounts, he was a likeable guy who partied hard, drank a lot and related to veterans. However, he was allegedly rather troubled by America’s treatment of soldiers and attitudes towards the war in general.
On May 5, 1979, Hooper passed after suffering from a cerebral hemorrhage in his sleep. He was 40 years old."
..."Much like the war he fought in, Hooper is not as well known as other Medal of Honor recipients of his stature. According to accounts, he was a likeable guy who partied hard, drank a lot and related to veterans. However, he was allegedly rather troubled by America’s treatment of soldiers and attitudes towards the war in general.
On May 5, 1979, Hooper passed after suffering from a cerebral hemorrhage in his sleep. He was 40 years old."
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