Alexander's Column
Principled commentary from Mark Alexander, Publisher.
Profiles of Valor: Farewell LTG Don Rodgers (USA)
"At attention or in repose the Patriot commands the strength to vanquish all foes."
Profiles of Valor: The REAL 'Inglourious Basterds'
Memorial Day Remembrance -- "I did my job, and that's all that really mattered. I didn't do it to get a medal."
Profiles of Valor: Farewell Lt Col Bill Gauntt (USAF), POW
Blue skies and tailwinds, my friend.
Profiles of Valor: Brig Gen Charles McGee (USAF)
"He had his right hand over his heart and was smiling serenely."
Profiles of Valor: SFC Cashe, SFC Celiz, and MSG Plumlee (USA)
"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty."
Profiles of Valor: Farewell Senator, CPT Bob Dole (USA)
Biden and company have denigrated the distinguished service and sacrifice of all heroic Veterans.
Profiles of Valor: CPT Larry Taylor (USA) Medal of Honor
"I told my men, 'You never leave a man on the ground,' and we never did..."
Profiles of Valor: CPT Father Emil Kapaun (USA)
After 70 years, this MoH recipient is finally returning to Kansas.
Memorial Day Profile of Valor: SGT Clifford Sims (USA)
From humble beginnings to heroic service and ultimate sacrifice.
Profiles of Valor: COL Ralph Puckett (USA)
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life...
Profiles of Valor: Farewell LTC Charles 'Chuck' Hagemeister (USA)
The term "hero" is grossly overused — but understated here.
Profiles of Valor: Farewell T/SGT Charles Coolidge (USA)
"I'm sorry, Mac, you've got to come and get me."
Profiles of Valor: SFC Alwyn Cashe (USA)
He's now eligible for a Medal of Honor for truly incredible heroism in Iraq in 2005.
Profiles of Valor: LtCol Mike 'Dozer' Shower (USAF)
A fighter pilot in the Alaska State Senate is targeting the status quo.
Profiles of Valor: MSG Matthew Williams (USA)
Williams' actions prevented the enemy from overrunning his task force's exposed position.
Profiles of Valor: COL Roy Knight Jr. (USAF)
The Vietnam-era soldier finally came home on Thursday after his remains were discovered in February.
Profiles of Valor: SSG David Bellavia (USA)
He became the first living Medal of Honor recipient for actions during the war in Iraq.
Profiles of Valor: CWO Jason W. Myers (USA)
He is recognized for his bravery in saving the lives of 15 hostages in Afghanistan.
Profiles of Valor: SSG Travis Atkins (USA)
Atkins sacrificed his own life to save three others, and received a posthumous Medal of Honor.