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MOH Recipient Col Robert Howard (Tribute Site)
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As a dreamer of dreams and a travelin' man, I have chalked up many a mile. Read dozens of books about heroes and crooks, And I've learned much from both of their styles ...Loved by few, judged by many Don't practice until you get it right, Practice until you can't get it wrong |
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Thanks,,
RIP Col, Vaya con Dios..
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Go raibh tú leathuair ar Neamh sula mbeadh a fhios ag an diabhal go bhfuil tú marbh "May you be a half hour in heaven before the devil knows you’re dead" |
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I knew a little about Colonel Howard, but man, after seeing that- Whew. I wished I could have had the chance to shake his hand and said Thank you. What an Outstanding individual.
RIP Colonel Howard..
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AMEN
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**Special Forces - they penetrate deeper, stay longer, and carry a heavier load.** STAY SAFE!!!!SLEEP WITH A SOLDIER |
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A remarkable soldier who is an inspiration for those serving in any nation's army.
Thank you Sir for your service & courage. May you Rest in Peace. NBC's moving tribute http://www.nbc.com/news-sports/msnbc...rd-dies-at-70/ |
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God Bless You Sir.
We will do our best to keep the bloodline pure.
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No one will take better care of us, than us: Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 “If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.” - G. Orwell The chair is against the wall, the chair is against the wall. |
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Spoke with the Arlington PAO yesterday afternoon.
No change to the plans... still a GO for 22 Feb.
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God bless this great man. May he Rest in Peace.
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Attended services for COL Howard today.
An outstanding send-off for an Great American
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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Godspeed Sir!
A true hero and inspiration to millions. Rest in Peace. |
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Now, may you rest Sir. Thank you for your service to this nation.
And , thank you B 2/75 for your attendance and the photos. |
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A Great and Brave man who loved both God and Country. RIP Brother.
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Robert "Bru" Taylor "Reality" it's REAL Important! Thailand |
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Other shots follow:
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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Please delete, question answered by B 2/75's post
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Old Guard caisson with CSM Gary Littrell and LT Michael Thornton providing escort. There were about 15 or so Recipients present.
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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COL Bob Howard beginning his last mission, 22 Feb 2010, in the Ft. Meyer Chapel
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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After COL Howard was brought off the Old Guard's caisson, he passed through an Honor Guard of his MoH Brothers
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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COL Howard is in very good company on the hill... Jimmy Doolittle is next to him, as is another MoH Recipient named Foss. I'm sure they'll be swapping all kinds of tales...
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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MG Mike Repass was the commander of COL Howard's Color Guard, assisted by LTC Daniel, commander of one of the Ranger Battalions. The colors their soldiers carried were those of Special Forces and the Rangers.
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab Last edited by B 2/75; 23 February 2010 at 14:49. |
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LTG John Mulholland salutes COL Howard's grandson, SGT Howard
LT Michael Thornton pays his respects CSM Gary Littrell on the right says goodbye to his very dear friend of nearly 40 years LTG John Mulholland pays his respects
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What an incredible man and soldier. Very much awe inspiring and humbling!
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The more I read on Col Howard the more in awe I am. Would like to see more published on him.
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FNG here, exploring this site, and noticed this thread. I met Bob Howard aboard a C-12, flying to Ft. Campbell from Ft. Benning, to welcome the 101st home from Vietnam. (April, 1972) I was in IOAC at the time, and was asked to be part of the Benning group because I had served in the Division in Vietnam. I was honored to finally meet him, and get to know him a little. He was a great man.
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It's been seven years since COL Howard's last mission.
Rest in Peace, Sir. Never Forgotten.
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"To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee, for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee" Melville / Captain Ahab |
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RIP Colonel. One of the best military books I ever read was SOG, authored by John Plaster in the late 90's. Colonel Howard was mentioned numerous times.
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RIP Good Sir. He was the Camp Commandant when I went through PHI SFQC....lets just say it was very interesting. He was nominated like three times for the MOH.
Let's just say, you didn't want to fuck with him, even in the later yrs.... DOL SIR...SALUTE |
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John Plaster
Never had the honor of meeting COL Howard that I recall, but did meet John Plaster years ago while at a range and he was the guest of honor for a shoot. He spoke about how at the time SFC Howard was the bravest man he ever met and gave several examples from his Vietnam heroism. A speech I will not forget. RIP Warrior.
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