US Marine Corps Maj Louis Cukela: WWI Double Medal of Honor Recipient
06/24/24 • 6 min
In this episode of Duty & Valor, you will hear the true story of US Marine Corps Major Louis Cukela, a true WWI American hero and one of the rare recipients of both the Army and Navy Medals of Honor. Born in Croatia and immigrating to the United States, Cukela's story is one of incredible bravery, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his adopted homeland.
We explore his early life, his courageous actions during World War I near Soissons, France, and how he single-handedly captured a German machine-gun nest, turning the tide of battle. Discover the remarkable feats that earned him the highest military honors and learn about his continued service and legacy within the Marine Corps.
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In this episode of Duty & Valor, you will hear the true story of US Marine Corps Major Louis Cukela, a true WWI American hero and one of the rare recipients of both the Army and Navy Medals of Honor. Born in Croatia and immigrating to the United States, Cukela's story is one of incredible bravery, dedication, and unwavering commitment to his adopted homeland.
We explore his early life, his courageous actions during World War I near Soissons, France, and how he single-handedly captured a German machine-gun nest, turning the tide of battle. Discover the remarkable feats that earned him the highest military honors and learn about his continued service and legacy within the Marine Corps.
Please visit our website to learn more about other American Heroes.
www.dutyandvalor.comSources:
militaryhallofhonor.comusmcu.educmohs.orgmilitary.comwikipedia.org
1620 WORKWEAR: Made in the USA. GUARANTEED FOR LIFE
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Duty & Valor - Military Stories of Courage and Sacrifice - US Marine Corps Maj Louis Cukela: WWI Double Medal of Honor Recipient
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Welcome back everyone. On today’s episode of Duty & Valor, you’ll hear the story of a man who, though not born an American, devoted his life to service to our nation. A man who enlisted in the Army and then the Marine Corps as war was raging in Europe. A man whose actions would inspire fellow Marines in battle against the Germans. This is the story of double Medal of Honor recipient US Marine Corps Major Louis Cukela.
Louis was born on May 1, 1888 in pre
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