MOH Master Sergeant Roy P. Benavidez 5th S.F.

[Silverbullet]

Originally Posted by UH14B56

I was flying one of the 4 slicks supporting the B-56 team insert and extract. The mission purpose (now declassified) was recon of the HCM trail about 10-15 kliks into Cambodia, west of the Fishhook, in the area which was known by some as COSVN. I was honored to be present at Roy's MOH award ceremony at the Pentagon.

Thanks for posting this clip. I had never seen it.

Thank you for your service.

[Tripod]

I had the pleasure of meeting him when he visited our O&I class in 1994. Of course we all took pictures with him. I ran across that picture not too long ago.

RIP MSG Benavidez

[tawS7]

Wow.

RIP MSgt Roy Benavidez

[armyscout33]

Wow. That is a truely incredible story. That man was a stud.

[RedDawg_03]

Wow. If that doesn't stir something inside your already dead

[Old_Starlight]

Originally Posted by UH14B56

I was flying one of the 4 slicks supporting the B-56 team insert and extract. The mission purpose (now declassified) was recon of the HCM trail about 10-15 kliks into Cambodia, west of the Fishhook, in the area which was known by some as COSVN. I was honored to be present at Roy's MOH award ceremony at the Pentagon.

Thanks for posting this clip. I had never seen it.

Outstanding work from you guys as well. Thanks for your service from Downunder.

[Chimo]

RIP MSG Benavidez, you are truly an inspiration and deserve the title Hero!

[Gumby2/6]

RIP, Master Sergeant Benavidez

[Vee]

Back in my Army days at PLDC I did a presentation on Mr Benavidez, researching about him I learned his incredible story. Although I respect and honor all our MOH recipients I noticed Mr. Benavidez's citation was hard to match, one of the most courageous acts of valor ever known too man. RIP Roy Benavidez

[Old Dog]

I met Roy several times. The last time was at an NCOA convention in San Antonio years ago.

Also there is a small tire repair place in Luling Tx. It is on 183 across the street from an auto parts store. On their wall in this shit hole of a shop is a Congressional Medal of Honor license plate issued by the State of Texas. I'm guessing it is Roy's. The guy at the tire store said he found it. I'm in A-stan so I cant do much about it but it seems to me that is should be in the possession of Roy's family.

[The Fat Guy]

Here is a video that describes the act that won TMM the MOH.

http://biggeekdad.com/2010/01/tango-mike-mike/

[Linda1961]

Originally Posted by Old_Starlight

I know this is an older thread, but someone shared a link on ******** to a youtube vid of MSG Benavidez's receiving the MOH from President Reagan and a subsequent speech by the MSG.

Absolutely awe inspiring and I think it's appropriate to share. Mods will correct me if I am wrong.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oUtJ...&feature=share

Cheers,

What an incredible and awesome man. A true hero several times over.

RIP Warrior you will never be forgotten...your service is very sincerely appreciated.

Thank you for posting the link to this video. It was very moving and inspiring.

[ricardo]

The Yaqui were known for their toughness. Even the Apache feared the Yaqui. Truly a hard man...

RIP

[Medic09]

A hero to be certain. But even moreso, a clear example of the greatness of America. Truly a country where a man (and woman) can make it on merit, grit, hard work. When he made that crack about a 'mexican-american who speaks German with a southern accent', I thought how unlikely that would be in so many other countries. Not all become heroes, but indeed he is an example of so many who had nothing going for them and yet succeeded greatly in this country that makes such things possible. And the American military has also been the place where so many got a leg up.

I am deeply awed by this man; but I am also renewed in my respect for American society. America's enemies should take heed. MOH recipients are few; but the society that fosters them is great indeed.

Thanks for reviving this thread!

[justamedic]

Used search. Epic revive of 11 years.
I listen to AM radio. They had the story of MSG Roy Benavidez on a replay from a Veterans’ Day program on tonight. It was the citation read by President Reagan followed by the MSG in his own words. I searched and read more about him, his tale, and his relentless courage. He was truly a man among men. Some of the headlines read, “The Green Beret that other Green Berets look up to.”
I came here, because well, I figured this the place for that kind of thing. This is a story that is almost, 50-60 years old. Yet, I only heard it tonight. I was disappointed and saddened to learned that he died over 20 years ago. His story is inspiring. His mission after retirement remained inspiring.
It is now something I must do, to visit his final resting place in TX and pay my respects. What a legend. May he never be forgotten for a debt that can never be repaid. I am sorry for the revive if anyone objects, but for this man, enduring gratitude is appropriate.