On february 23, 1945, as the battle for the japanese island stronghold of iwo jima raged below, associated press photographer joe rosenthals camera captured six troops raising the stars and stripes on mt. I believe this is the first of many similar books to come from this author. Feb 12, 20 though we dont yet know what to expect from the lead, tappers first cnn special, an american hero. Uncommon valor answers the searing question of who these young soldiers were, and dramatically details why they found themselves in lifeordeath situations, and how they responded. Jake tappers cnn debut tells story of american hero clint. The former staff sergeant is also a major character in this reporters book, the outpost. In 2009, when hundreds of taliban fighters ambushed combat outpost keating in afghanistan, romesha helped keep those enemy forces from overrunning the post. His remarkable tale of courage during one of the deadliest fights of the afghan war. He will become the fourth living recipient of the medal of honor. The recon company that earned five medals of honor and. Feb 11, 20 tapper hosted his first cnn documentary feb. The uncommon valor of clint romesha will air thursday, february 7th at 10pet on cnn. Tapper actually made his hosting debut on cnn at 10 pm on february 7, fronting the documentary an american hero. This is a movie story of heroes that should be made because its real, american sniper or american.
This book also provides a comprehensive history of the medal of honor. Hall of heroes induction ceremony remarks for staff. The uncommon valor of clint romesha the outpost behind the scenes featurette based on the bestselling nonfiction book the outpost. It wasnt uncommon to get shot at, at that time in the morning. The leads jake tapper sits down with staff sargent clint romesha, only the fourth living medal of honor recipient for actions in iraq or afghanistan.
Romesha inducted into pentagon hall of heroes article. This collection bundles all three of popular author dee hendersons military romantic suspense series uncommon heroes into one ebook for a great value. Jake tapper says new cnn show to be called the lead deadline. The outpost an untold story of american valor kindle. This book also provides a comprehensive history of the medal of honorone marred by controversies, scandals, and theft. He had been awarded the medal of honor for his actions in a battle that took place at kamdesh in afghanistan, in 2009. Rachel ravenheart spins a tale of jason, a young man who has lost his beloved older brother in war, then meets lt. Iwo jima and the photograph that captured america brings together the diverse strands of the battle of iwo jima, the u. As an alternative, the kindle ebook is available now and can be read on any. Aug 30, 2011 uncommon valor answers the searing question of who these young soldiers were, and dramatically details why they found themselves in lifeordeath situations, and how they responded. The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the fourteenhour firefight at the battle of keating by medal of honor recipient clinton romesha, for readers of black. The recon company that earned five medals of honor and included americas most decorated green beret. The uncommon valor of clint romesha 11 facts about medal of honor recipient clinton romesha free bacon hear stories of honor and survival from the afghan. Four decades later, medal of honor for heros sacrifice updated 9.
Gene hackman stars as cal rhodes, a former marine colonel who has been getting the runaround for ten years from the government concerning the disappearance of his son and his buddies all marines who enlisted years prior and served in vietnam. The outpost an untold story of american valor kindle edition. The sadness we carry, from the viewpoint of a medal of. If you are a mentor to any young person aspiring to be a firefighter, common valor is an excellent source of encouragement for them. He retired from the army in april 2011 and now lives in north dakota with his wife and three kids.
The battle for combat outpost keating considered one of the worst ground attacks. A true story of american valor, which he cowrote with kevin fedarko. A dramatic photo history of the battle of iwo jima and the iconic picture that captured americadvd included. Medal of honor recipient romesha to be guest of first lady at. Chief of staff remarks for staff sergeant clinton l. The uncommon valor of clint romesha, that aired last week and again over the weekend. Jul 26, 20 he is author of the bestselling book about afghanistan, the outpost. And you prepared a powerful one hour documentary on clint romesha that aired over the weekend here on cnn. Summary of red platoon ebook by instaread summaries. Jul 20, 2017 jake tappers bestselling book is getting the film treatment.
The uncommon valor of clint romesha, made a superb first impression. Of being awarded the nations highest military decoration, staff sgt. Medal of honor recipient romesha to be guest of first lady. A true story of american valor by clinton romesha is a memoir of the october 2009 battle of kamdesh, in which hundreds of taliban insurgents.
An untold story of american valor, which tells the story of combat outpost keating and the. Jake tappers the outpost picked up by millennium films. A true story of american valor by clinton romesha compact disc, unabridged edition at the best online prices at ebay. Clint romesha will become the fourth living person on monday to receive the medal of honor for actions in afghanistan or iraq. This aint hell ssg clinton romesha to be awarded the medal of honor. The uncommon valor of clint romesha the leads jake tapper sits down with staff sargent clint romesha, only the fourth living medal of honor recipient for actions in iraq or afghanistan. Cnn to debut jake tapper reports documentary thursday. An untold story of american valor by cnns chief washington. Former associated press photo editor hal buell, whose 2006 book, uncommon valor, common virtue examines the battle of iwo jima and its famous photograph, provides compelling commentary in this video that has been posted in conjunction with times cover story on actor tom hanks and his role as executive producer hbo miniseries, the. Now there will be a second white house ceremony, this time to award the medal of honor to sergeant ty carter, a member of black knight troop, in the 3rd platoon nicknamed the bastards. Next week, president barack obama will award former u.
Clint romesha, who was awarded the prestigious medal for uncommon valor in afghanistan, told cnn that he has decided to spend the evening with friends from his former unit, black knight troop, 361 cav, his wife tammywith whom he celebrates a wedding anniversary tuesdayand their families. The uncommon valor of clint romesha, will air thursday night at 10 pm, taking the place of what would have been the 10 pm repeat of ac360. Uncommon valor, common virtue is a full account of the battle itself and of rosenthals ten days on iwo jima as marines fought against a murderou fifty years later, it is a. Second medal of honor for fierce afghan battle cnn. Watch the first trailer for the battle of kamdesh thriller. A medal of honor recipients ongoing burden cbs news. In a moving ceremony yesterday, president obama awarded our countrys highest honor for courage, the medal of honor, to retired staff sergeant clint romesha. Codenamed the studies and observations group, sog was the most covert u. Clint romesha was already awarded the medal of honor, the nations highest honor for his bravery in the face of overwhelming odds during the battle. Marines, photographer joe rosenthals feelings about the battle, two flagraisings and the many confusions that have surrounded his famous photograph of the flagraising on mt.
Today as we induct staff sergeant romesha into the famed hall of heroes, he joins the rare fraternity of military service members in the medal of honor society they have demonstrated uncommon valor and extraordinary courage under fire, odierno said. Jake tappers profile of clint, really extraordinary stuff. He is a hero of notable strength and courage indeed. And then, after tapper left abc news to move to cnn, cnn to its credit turned his interview with romesha into an hour special, an american hero.
By cnn chief washington correspondent jake tapper it was a devastating taliban attack, launched on an eastern afghanistan outpost positioned so poorly it was nearly indefensible. See more ideas about support our troops, troops and military. This is an indepth analysis of the american warriors who staffed the most covert and unique smallunit operations of the vietnam war. May 03, 2016 romesha lovingly describes this cohort as exceptionally ordinary men who were put to an extraordinary test. A true story of american valor by clinton romesha dutton. Catch jake tappers report, the uncommon valor of clint romesha. Uncommon valor, common virtue by marianne fulton the digital. Romesha s story would become the subject of the 2016 book, red platoon. The uncommon valor of clint romesha, which will reair sunday night at 8 p.
Cmoh awarded today to sergeant romesha at white house. But this video, in my mind, makes that even more evident. Uncommon valor is truly the best book on military matters that i have read this year. Feb 10, 20 cnn profiled romesha in a onehour special, american hero. You can follow any responses to this entry through the rss 2. Army staff sergeant clinton romesha the nations highest award for combat valor for his actions in repelling a deadly insurgent onslaught in afghanistan in october 2009. The uncommon valor of clint romesha now there will be a second white house ceremony, this time to award the medal of honor to sergeant ty carter, a member of black knight troop, in the 3rd platoon nicknamed the bastards. Ive never heard another accounting of this incident or the incredible valor of the two american army officers who risked their lives.
Ted kotcheff continues his first blood fervor with uncommon valor. The uncommon valor of clint romesha was based on tappers afghanistan war book the outpost. Feb 07, 20 a special, encore presentation of an american hero. Clinton romesha tells cnns jake tapper about seeing the dangerous location of his outpost in. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
They have demonstrated uncommon valor and extraordinary courage under fire. Feb 07, 20 jake tapper says clinton romesha, who will be awarded the medal of honor on february 11, inspires us with his courage and humility. Staff sergeant ty michael carter medal of honor operation enduring freedom. Uncommon valor is a look into the formation and operation of an advanced special forces recon company during the vietnam war. Nine year old girl gives birth in mexico aired february 7, 20 12. The doc averaged 588,000 viewers with 145,000 in the adults 2554 demographic. Apr, 20 and then, after tapper left abc news to move to cnn, cnn to its credit turned his interview with romesha into an hour special, an american hero. Clinton romesha writes of how exceptionally ordinary men were put to an extraordinary test when their outpost in afghanistan came under fire from the taliban. Any interview with romesha would have been compelling, but the time and effort the reporting tapper. Cnn to debut jake tapper reports documentary thursday night. Nov 20, 2015 this pin was discovered by nick metcalfe. Aug 21, 20 cnns jake tapper debuts an american hero.
The uncommon valor of clint romesha will air on sunday evening at 8 p. Millennium films announced thursday that a film based on tappers book, the outpost. Death wish escape from alcatraz uncommon valor triple. Clint romesha received the medal of honor in a white house ceremony for actions he took on oct.
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