Alexander's Column
Principled commentary from Mark Alexander, Publisher.
Profiles of Valor: CAPT Humbert Roque Versace (USA)
"The enemy was unable to break his indomitable will, his faith in God, and his trust in the United States of America."
Profiles of Valor: Col Victor Simpson (USMC)
From Vietnam to Desert Storm: A view from the cockpit.
Profiles of Valor: 2LT Audie Murphy (USA)
"Just hold the phone and I'll let you talk to one of the bastards."
Profiles of Valor: SP4C Gary G. Wetzel (USA)
"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty."
Profiles of Valor: SGT Alvin C. York (USA)
"I think any man who talks against the interests of his own country ought to be arrested and put in jail, not excepting senators and colonels."
Profiles of Valor: MSG Roy P. Benavidez (USA)
Call sign "Tango Mike Mike" — "That Mean Mexican"!
Profiles of Valor: SCPO Mike Day (USN)
He survived being shot 27 times but lost his battle with PTSD...
Profiles of Valor: LT Michael Thornton (USN)
"Fear is a great thing, but you have to take that fear and focus it into something good."
Profiles of Valor: SSG James F. Moriarty (USA)
When "friendly forces" become mortal enemies...
Profiles of Valor: CAPT Royce Williams (USN)
"Just like any other sailor...which I was once, set out to be good at whatever I do for my country. All I say is God bless America and all Glory to God."
Profiles of Valor: Maj Brian Shul (USAF)
"Please God, I can't do this anymore. Let's end it."
Profiles of Valor Update: CPT Larry Taylor, Medal of Honor
For "incontestable acts ... so conspicuous they clearly distinguished his service, meeting criteria for the Medal of Honor."
Profiles of Valor: COL Paris Davis (USA)
"He told me to move out. I just disobeyed the order."
Profiles of Valor: Farewell MG Gary Harrell (USA)
Gary was a family man of strong faith, a highly respected leader of warriors, a fierce defender of American Liberty, a Patriot, and a friend.
Profiles of Valor: The Harlem Hellfighters
How many patriots have eternally sacrificed their right to vote so that millions of Americans can cast their ballots for tyranny?
Profiles of Valor: Sgt Roger and Maj Ron Helle (USMC)
The Heroic Helle Brothers: "When I turned and saw the grenade and realized that there were six guys in the blast radius, I threw myself over it."
Profiles of Valor: With Gratitude for These Greatest Generation Vets
"When we leave, we hope we leave a good trail. God has been very good to me."
Profiles of Valor: Four Medal of Honor Recipients Added to the Ranks
"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty..."
Profiles of Valor: Farewell CWO4 Hershel 'Woody' Williams (USMC)
Semper Fi to the last World War II Medal of Honor "caretaker."