Duty & Valor - Military Stories of Courage and Sacrifice

United States Navy Admiral Stockdale was shot down over North Vietnam and had to endure excruciating torture at the hands of captors for over seven and a half years while confined at the Hanoi Hilton during the Vietnam War.  He was awarded the US Medal of Honor, and I am honored to tell you his story.  Get his book here:   In Love and War: The Story of a Family's Ordeal and Sacrifice During t...

United States Army CPL Desmond Doss' religious beliefs kept him from carrying a weapon during WWII.  He fought and won the right to serve his nation where he would save countless men and be awarded the Medal of Honor, and I am honored to tell you his story. Some books written about his life: Desmond Doss: Conscientious Objector Redemption At Hacksaw Ridge: The Gripping True Story That Inspire...

In this bonus episode of Duty & Valor, you'll hear the story of an American woman who volunteered to be inserted in occupied France during WWII.  She was so effective in her clandestine work that she was regarded by the Germans as "the most dangerous of all spies". If you were looking to read more about her story, you can find a great book here: Code Name Badass: The True Story...

United States Navy BMC James Williams is generally regarded as the most decorated enlisted man in US Naval history.  He would enlist in the Navy at the age of 16 and exhibited courage and valor in the midst of some of the most heavy river warfare during the Vietnam War.  He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his command of the PBR-105 during the Vietnam War, and I am honored to tell you his story....

Dive deep into the remarkable story of United States Navy Rear Admiral Eugene Fluckey, an innovator in WWII submarine warfare. As commander of the USS Barb, Fluckey and his valiant crew revolutionized submarine combat with tactics that resulted in the destruction of a multitude of enemy vessels and even a daring clandestine operation to sabotage a train. Fluckey's exceptional leadership and i...

United States Air Force Msgt. John Chapman would find himself alone and surrounded by enemy fighters on a mountain in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom.  He fought on alone and was credited with saving the lives of those who were attempting to rescue him.   He is an American hero who was awarded the US Medal of Honor, and  I am honored to tell you his story. The book written about his...

USMC Sgt. Major Daniel Daly served in multiple conflicts and is a legend among Marines.  His famous battle cry is forever memorialized on the walls of the Leatherneck Gallery at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Quantico, VA.  He is an American hero who was awarded the US Medal of Honor twice, and I am honored to tell you his story.    The highly rated book about his story can be found he...

Discover the gripping tale of United States Army Sergeant First Class William M. Bryant, a decorated hero of the Vietnam War. Amidst enemy onslaught, Bryant showcased his leadership by organizing a staunch 34-hour defense, repeatedly risking his life to aid the wounded, direct fire, distribute ammunition, and lead patrols beyond the defensive lines. For his exceptional bravery and commitment, he w...

Major Richard Bong "the Ace of Aces" was the US Army Air Force’s WWII pilot whose fearless flying skills would allow him to attain 40 aerial victories in the skies over the South Pacific.  A number that has not been achieved by any other American pilot to date.  He tragically lost his life in a jet crash shortly after leaving the war.  He was a US military hero who was awarded the US Med...

US Army Lt. Col. Matt Urban "The Ghost" was among the most decorated American WWII soldiers.  His actions were instrumental in aiding the success of his unit, the 2nd Battalion of the 60th Infantry Regiment, as they fought in North Africa and then through Northern Europe on their advance towards Berlin.  Though injured, he fought on and was an inspiring leader to his men.  He was a US mi...

If you like history, especially US military history, then I think you will love Duty & Valor.  Our mission is to honor and recognize the sacrifices made by our US military veterans by sharing their seldom heard heroic stories. We believe that by sharing these stories, we can foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices made by our veterans. Whether you're a military ve...