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Sunday, May 31, 2015

The last list of May…

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Julius H. Stickoffer (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 11, 1868, at Cienaga Springs, Utah. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.

Private Thomas W. Stivers (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 25-26, 1876, at Little Big Horn, Montana. His citation reads:

Voluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire.

Rear Admiral James B. Stockdale (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 4, 1969, at Hoa Lo prison, Hanoi, North Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while senior naval officer in the Prisoner of War camps of North Vietnam. Recognized by his captors as the leader in the Prisoners' of War resistance to interrogation and in their refusal to participate in propaganda exploitation, Rear Adm. Stockdale was singled out for interrogation and attendant torture after he was detected in a covert communications attempt. Sensing the start of another purge, and aware that his earlier efforts at self-disfiguration to dissuade his captors from exploiting him for propaganda purposes had resulted in cruel and agonizing punishment, Rear Adm. Stockdale resolved to make himself a symbol of resistance regardless of personal sacrifice. He deliberately inflicted a near-mortal wound to his person in order to convince his captors of his willingness to give up his life rather than capitulate. He was subsequently discovered and revived by the North Vietnamese who, convinced of his indomitable spirit, abated in their employment of excessive harassment and torture toward all of the Prisoners of War. By his heroic action, at great peril to himself, he earned the everlasting gratitude of his fellow prisoners and of his country. Rear Adm. Stockdale's valiant leadership and extraordinary courage in a hostile environment sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

The Old Rugged Cross


This hymn was written in 1912 by George Bennard as a response to ridicule he’d received at a revival meeting. Goaspel-song composer helped Bennard with the harmonies and the completed version of the song was first performed on June 7, 1913. Read more about it here.


On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross,
The emblem of suff’ring and shame;
And I love that old cross where the Dearest and Best
For a world of lost sinners was slain.

Refrain: So I’ll cherish the old rugged cross,
Till my trophies at last I lay down;
I will cling to the old rugged cross,
And exchange it someday for a crown.

Oh, that old rugged cross, so despised by the world,
Has a wondrous attraction for me;
For the dear Lamb of God left His glory above
To bear it to dark Calvary.

Refrain
In that old rugged cross, stained with blood so divine,
A wondrous beauty I see,
For ’twas on that old cross Jesus suffered and died,
To pardon and sanctify me.

Refrain
To the old rugged cross I will ever be true;
Its shame and reproach gladly bear;
Then He’ll call me someday to my home far away,
Where His glory forever I’ll share.



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Top 31 Hymns of All-Time

31   Precious Lord, Take My Hand

30   Oh How I Love Jesus

29   Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

28   Onward, Christian Soldiers

27   Jesus Loves the Little Children

26   What a Friend We Have in Jesus

25   I'll Fly Away

24   Go Tell It On The Mountain

23   Silent Night, Holy Night

22   Just as I Am

21   Sweet By and By

20   When We All Get to Heaven

19   Stand by Me

18   Standing on the Promises

17   At The Cross

16   It is Well With My Soul

15   Shall We Gather at the River

14   How Great Thou Art

13   In the Garden

12   Great is Thy Faithfulness

11   I Love to Tell The Story

10   He Lives

9   To God be the Glory

8   Just a Closer Walk With Thee

7   Jesus Loves Me

6   Love Lifted Me

5   Softly and Tenderly

4   Joy to the World

3   Amazing Grace

2   Old Rugged Cross

1   Because He Lives

Saturday, May 30, 2015

I want my MTV…

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Gunnery Sergeant Peter Stewart (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 13 and 20-22, 1900, in China. His citation reads:

In action with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Stewart distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Sergeant Joseph Stickels (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 9, 1865, at Fort Blakely, Alabama. His citation reads:

Capture of flag.

Commander Herman Osman Stickney (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 21-22, 1914, during the engagements of Vera Cruz. His citation reads:

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Comdr. Stickney covered the landing of the 21st with the guns of the Prairie, and throughout the attack and occupation, rendered important assistance to our forces on shore with his 3-inch battery.


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Top 30 MTV Videos of All-Time

30   Got My Mind Set On You



29   Right Now



28   Cryin'



27   Oh Sherrie



26   Only Wanna Be With You



25   Pour Some Sugar on Me



24   You Gotta Fight (For Your Right)



23   Love Shack



22   No Rain



21   Billie Jean



20   Vogue



19   Smooth Criminal



18   Jump



17   Wanted Dead or Alive



16   You Can Call Me Al



15   We Didn't Start The Fire



14   Smells Like Team Spirit



13   Sabotage



12   Dancing in The Dark



11   We're Not Gonna Take It



10   We Are The World



9   Mama Said Knock You Out



8   Parents Just Don't Understand



7   Blaze of Glory



6   Take On Me



5   Material Girl



4   November Rain



3   Beat It



2   Walk This Way



1   Thriller



Friday, May 29, 2015

Top 29 Wrestlers… Or people Jeremy hates

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Corporal James A. Stewart (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on February 1, 1872, on board the U.S.S. Plymouth. His citation reads:

Serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Stewart jumped overboard in the harbor of Villefranche, France, 1 February 1872 and saved Midshipman Osterhaus from drowning.

Staff Sergeant Jimmy G. Stewart (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 18, 1966, in the Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Early in the morning a reinforced North Vietnamese company attacked Company B, which was manning a defensive perimeter in Vietnam. The surprise onslaught wounded 5 members of a 6-man squad caught in the direct path of the enemy's thrust. S/Sgt. Stewart became a lone defender of vital terrain--virtually 1 man against a hostile platoon. Refusing to take advantage of a lull in the firing which would have permitted him to withdraw, S/Sgt. Stewart elected to hold his ground to protect his fallen comrades and prevent an enemy penetration of the company perimeter. As the full force of the platoon-sized man attack struck his lone position, he fought like a man possessed; emptying magazine after magazine at the determined, on-charging enemy. The enemy drove almost to his position and hurled grenades, but S/Sgt. Stewart decimated them by retrieving and throwing the grenades back. Exhausting his ammunition, he crawled under intense fire to his wounded team members and collected ammunition that they were unable to use. Far past the normal point of exhaustion, he held his position for 4 harrowing hours and through 3 assaults, annihilating the enemy as they approached and before they could get a foothold. As a result of his defense, the company position held until the arrival of a reinforcing platoon which counterattacked the enemy, now occupying foxholes to the left of S/Sgt. Stewart's position. After the counterattack, his body was found in a shallow enemy hole where he had advanced in order to add his fire to that of the counterattacking platoon. Eight enemy dead were found around his immediate position, with evidence that 15 others had been dragged away. The wounded whom he gave his life to protect, were recovered and evacuated. S/Sgt. Stewart's indomitable courage, in the face of overwhelming odds, stands as a tribute to himself and an inspiration to all men of his unit. His actions were in the highest traditions of the U.S. Army and the Armed Forces of his country.

Private Joseph Stewart (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 1, 1865, at Five Forks, Virginia. His citation reads:

Capture of flag.


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There have been a few deaths recently some that I’m sure you are not aware of because I’ve been slack in posting them. The first is real recent… former Clemson basketball coach Bill Foster died a couple of days ago of Parkinson’s disease. I might be mistaken, but I believe he took the Tigers to the Elite Eight (you don’t see that every day… or ever again).

This next death actually happened a few weeks ago… The great Ben E. King died. If you don’t know who I’m talking about, then you are missing out. Go listen to Stand by Me and you’ll hear what great music is all about. As if singing one great song wasn’t enough, he had others (some with the Drifters, including Save the Last Dance for Me, There Goes My Baby and This Magic Moment). Men like this are the reason I slap stupid kids who try to say Justin Bieber is a great musician…

The last one I need to tell you about is B.B. King. One of the greatest of all time… he was able to make the guitar do things other people could only dream of. Guys like this don’t just grow on trees…


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Top 29 Wrestlers of All-Time

29   The Genius   -   I know it was a gimmick, but this guy really is smart. I listened to an interview he gave a few months ago and he still remembers all of the poems he used in wrestling promos. He might be one of the most underrated wrestlers.

28   Dustin Rhodes   -   I care for the early years of his Goldust gimmick, but his work under his "real" name was outstanding.

27   "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase    

26   Tully Blanchard   -   He could have been a lot higher on this list if he could have stayed away from drugs. A failed drug test kept him from going back to WCW to reform the Four Horsemen. He was in an I Quit match with the next guy on the list which is still considered one of the greatest matches of all time.

25   Magnum T. A.   -   A car crash ended a very promising career.

24   Kerry Von Erich   -   A great wrestler who, like too many on this list, died way too young.

23   Scott Hall    

22   Mick Foley   -   He wrestled under many names… and was great under them all.

21   Terry Funk    

20   Brian Pillman   -   One of the best Light Heavyweight/Cruiserweight wrestlers ever.

19   Lex Lugar    

18   Barry Windham    

17   Andre The Giant   -   Not bad for a guy out of France…

16   Ron Simmons    

15   John Cena   -   He's been carrying the business for a long time now…

14   Triple H    

13   Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat    

12   Chris Benoit   -   The way his life ended takes something away from his wrestling ranking (right or wrong).

11   The Undertaker   -   One of the most respected men in the business.

10   Hulk Hogan   -   I know it's my list… but I feel like he's overrated at #10. His wrestling was crap and his work on the mic wasn't the greatest either… but, for whatever reason, he's the most well known wrestler ever. At least he was until the Rock came along.

9   Junkyard Dog    

8   The Rock   -   Because of his movie work, The Rock is probably the most well known wrestler of all time. His mic work is some of the best ever.

7   "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes   -   He had one of the best minds in the business.

6   Macho Man Randy Savage   -   One of the most intense wrestlers of all time. His match with Ricky Steamboat in Wrestlemainia III might be the greatest match ever.

5   Stone Cold Steve Austin   -   I thought he was great in WCW… then he went to WWF and took things to a whole new level.

4   Shawn Michaels   -   Many call Shawn the greatest ever. I don't, but many do.

3   Arn Anderson   -   One of the most underrated wrestlers of all time (except by me). He could work in the ring and he was GREAT on the mic. Double A could do it all.

2   Sting   -   Probably doesn't get the credit he deserves because he only just now has started working with the WWE.

1   Ric Flair   -   I would pay money to watch Ric Flair wrestle a mop. That's how great he was. He was a great talker and great in the ring. I don't care what Jeremy says.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Top 28 Movie Characters

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private Benjamin F. Stewart (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 9, 1876, at Big Horn River, Montana. His citation reads:

Carried dispatches to Gen. Crook at imminent risk of his life.

First Sergeant George W. Stewart (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 5, 1865, at Paines Crossroads, Virginia. His citation reads:

Capture of flag.

Second Lieutenant George E. Stewart (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 26, 1899, at Passi, Island of Panay, Philippine Islands. His citation reads:

While crossing a river in face of the enemy, this officer plunged in and at the imminent risk of his own life saved from drowning an enlisted man of his regiment.


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Top 28 Movie Characters of All-Time

28   Carter   played by Chris Tucker   (1st) Movie: Rush Hour

27   Brody   played by Roy Scheider   (1st) Movie: JAWS

26   Sheriff Buford T. Justice   played by Jackie Gleason   (1st) Movie: Smokey and The Bandit

25   Dr. Peter Venkman   played by Bill Murray   (1st) Movie: Ghostbusters

24   Mr. Kesuke Miyagi   played by Pat Morita   (1st) Movie: The Karate Kid

23   Marty McFly   played by Michael J. Fox   (1st) Movie: Back to the Future

22   The Terminator   played by Arnold Schwarzenegger   (1st) Movie: The Terminator

21   Dr. Henry "Indiana" Jones, Jr.   played by Harrison Ford   (1st) Movie: Raiders of the Lost Ark

20   Jules Winnfield   played by Samuel L. Jackson   (1st) Movie: Pulp Fiction

19   Adrian Cronauer   played by Robin Williams   (1st) Movie: Good Morning, Vietnam

18   Katharine Richelieu   played by Shirley MacLaine   (1st) Movie: Rumor Has It…

17   Axel Foley   played by Eddie Murphy   (1st) Movie: Beverly Hills Cop

16   Dalton   played by Road House   (1st) Movie: Road House

15   Maria von Trapp   played by Julie Andrews   (1st) Movie: The Sound of Music

14   Forrest Gump   played by Tom Hanks   (1st) Movie: Forrest Gump

13   Carl Spackler   played by Bill Murray   (1st) Movie: Caddyshack

12   Clark Griswold   played by Chevy Chase   (1st) Movie: Vacation

11   James Bond   played by Sean Connery   (1st) Movie: Dr. No

10   Glenn Holland   played by Richard Dreyfuss   (1st) Movie: Mr. Holland's Opus

9   George Bailey   played by James Stewart   (1st) Movie: It's a Wonderful Life

8   Ouiser Boudreaux   played by Shirley MacLaine   (1st) Movie: Steel Magnolias

7   Rick Blaine   played by Humphrey Bogart   (1st) Movie: Casablanca

6   Lt. Pete Mitchell (Maverick)   played by Tom Cruise   (1st) Movie: Top Gun

5   Han Solo   played by Harrison Ford   (1st) Movie: Star Wars

4   John McClane   played by Bruce Willis   (1st) Movie: Die Hard

3   Michael Corleone   played by Al Pacino   (1st) Movie: The Godfather  

2   Sgt. Maj. Basil Plumley   played by Sam Elliott   (1st) Movie: We Were Soliders Once…   -   I tried to keep this list as just fictional characters (which is why Lou Gehrig isn't on this list)… but this guy. Wow. I read the book long before I saw the movie and, in my opinion, Sam Elliott nailed this role. He played it exactly how I pictured it when I was reading the book.

1   Rocky Balboa   played by Sylvester Stallone   (1st) Movie: Rocky   -   You can make a case for a lot of these characters being #1 on this list. Let me tell you why Rocky is #1. Rocky is the only fictional character (that I know of) to be inducted into a real hall of fame. Yep, Rocky Balboa is in the Boxing Hall of Fame. THAT'S the sign of a great movie character.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Talkin Baseball… Top 27 players…

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private John T. Sterling (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 19, 1864, at Winchester, Virginia. His citation reads:

With one companion captured 14 of the enemy in the severest part of the battle.

Quartermaster Daniel D. Stevens (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on January 13, 1865, on board the U.S.S. Canonicus. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Canonicus during attacks on Fort Fisher, on 13 January 1865. As the Canonicus moved into position at 700 yards from shore, the enemy troops soon obtained her range and opened with heavy artillery fire, subjecting her to several hits and near misses until late in the afternoon when the heavier ships coming into line drove them into their bombproofs. Twice during the battle, in which his ship sustained 36 hits, the flag was shot away and gallantly replaced by Stevens.

Captain/Assistant Adjutant General Hazard Stevens (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 19, 1863, at Fort Huger, Virginia. His citation reads:

Gallantly led a party that assaulted and captured the fort.


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Top 27 MLB Players of All-Time

27   Dennis Eckersley   1975-1998

26   Joe Morgan   1963-1984

25   Carl Yastrzemski   1961-1983

24   Tony Gwynn   1982-2001

23   Ozzie Smith   1978-1996

22   Cal Ripken, Jr.   1981-2001

21   Roberto Clemente   1955-1972

20   Yogi Berra   1946-1965

19   Pete Rose   1963-1986

18   Willie Mays   1951-1973

17   Mike Schmidt   1972-1989

16   Ty Cobb   1905-1928

15   Ryne Sandberg   1981-1997

14   Willie Stargell   1962-1982

13   Sandy Koufax   1955-1966

12   Rickey Henderson   1979-2003

11   Johnny Bench   1967-1983

10   Nolan Ryan   1966-1993

9   Mickey Mantle   1951-1968

8   Ernie Banks   1953-1971

7   Greg Maddux   1986-2008

6   Ted Williams   1939-1960

5   Jackie Robinson   1947-1956

4   Babe Ruth   1914-1935

3   Bob Gibson   1959-1975

2   Hank Aaron   1954-1976

1   Lou Gehrig   1923-1939

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Top 26...

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private William Steinmetz (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 22, 1863, at Vicksburg, Mississippi. His citation reads:

Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."

Private William G. Stephens (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 22, 1863, at Vicksburg, Mississippi. His citation reads:

Carried with others by hand a cannon up to and fired it through an embrasure of the enemy's works.

Coal Heaver James E. Sterling (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 5, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864. Although wounded when heavy enemy return fire raked the decks of his ship, Sterling courageously remained at his post and continued passing shell until struck down a second time and completely disabled.


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Top 26 TV Characters of All-Time

26   Columbo   played by Pete Falk  

25   Ben Matlock   played by Andy Griffith  

24   Michael Scott   played by Steve Carell  

23   Sheldon Cooper   played by Jim Parsons  

22   Al Bundy   played by Ed O'Neill  

21   George Costanza   played by Jason Alexander  

20   Alex P. Keaton   played by Michael J. Fox   A Young Republican + hippie parents = Comedy Gold.

19   Cliff Clavin/Norm Peterson   played by John Ratzenberger and George Wendt   I know this is a little like cheating, but there are some cases (a couple more will come later) where you can't have one character withouth the other. This is one of those cases. The know-it-all Cliff and the loveable Norm spent a lot of time at the bar together and they belong on this list together.

18   B.A. Baracus   played by Mr. T   Like me, he hates to fly.

17   Dr. Gregory House   played by Hugh Laurie  

16   Benson DuBois   played by Robert Guillaume  

15   Tyrion Lannister   played by Peter Dinklage  

14   Doogie Howser   played by Neil Patrick Harris  

13   Sophia Petrillo   played by Estelle Getty   Golden Girls had 3 other GREAT characters (all could have made this list), but the show wouldn't have been nearly as funny without Sophia.

12   Tony Soprano   played by James Gandolfini   I bet some of you thought he'd be higher up on the list… heck, I kind of thought he would. But there are just too many other great characters…

11   Archie Bunker   played by Carroll O'Connor   This character proved that bigotry can be funny… if you're just willing to laugh at it and not be offended by it.

10   Angus MacGyver   played by Richard Dean Anderson   This character was so popular that the name MacGyver became a verb.

9   Barney Fife   played by Don Knotts  

8   George Jefferson   played by Sherman Hemsley  

7   Leroy Jethro Gibbs   played by Mark Harmon   There are websites dedicated to his rules…

6   Spock/James T. Kirk   played by Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner  

5   Shawn Spencer/Burton Guster   played by James Roday and Dule Hill  

4   Hawkeye Pierce   played by Alan Alda   The only character to appear in all 256 episodes of M*A*S*H

3   Lucy Ricardo   played by Lucille Ball  

2   Heathcliff Huxtable   played by Bill Cosby  

1   Arthur Fonzarelli (The Fonz)   played by Henry Winkler   You don't know what cool is until you've seen The Fonz. THAT guy was cool.

Monday, May 25, 2015

Happy(?) Memorial Day!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Corporal Tony Stein (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on February 19, 1945, on Iwo Jima, in the Volcano Islands. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 28th Marines, 5th Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Iwo Jima, in the Volcano Islands, 19 February 1945. The first man of his unit to be on station after hitting the beach in the initial assault, Cpl. Stein, armed with a personally improvised aircraft-type weapon, provided rapid covering fire as the remainder of his platoon attempted to move into position. When his comrades were stalled by a concentrated machinegun and mortar barrage, he gallantly stood upright and exposed himself to the enemy's view, thereby drawing the hostile fire to his own person and enabling him to observe the location of the furiously blazing hostile guns. Determined to neutralize the strategically placed weapons, he boldly charged the enemy pillboxes 1 by 1 and succeeded in killing 20 of the enemy during the furious single-handed assault. Cool and courageous under the merciless hail of exploding shells and bullets which fell on all sides, he continued to deliver the fire of his skillfully improvised weapon at a tremendous rate of speed which rapidly exhausted his ammunition. Undaunted, he removed his helmet and shoes to expedite his movements and ran back to the beach for additional ammunition, making a total of 8 trips under intense fire and carrying or assisting a wounded man back each time. Despite the unrelenting savagery and confusion of battle, he rendered prompt assistance to his platoon whenever the unit was in position, directing the fire of a half-track against a stubborn pillbox until he had effected the ultimate destruction of the Japanese fortification. Later in the day, although his weapon was twice shot from his hands, he personally covered the withdrawal of his platoon to the company position. Stouthearted and indomitable, Cpl. Stein, by his aggressive initiative sound judgment, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of terrific odds, contributed materially to the fulfillment of his mission, and his outstanding valor throughout the bitter hours of conflict sustains and enhances the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

First Lieutenant Russell A. Steindam (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on February 1, 1970, at Tay Ninh Province, Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. 1st Lt. Steindam, Troop B, while serving as a platoon leader, led members of his platoon on a night ambush operation. On the way to the ambush site, suspected enemy movement was detected on 1 flank and the platoon's temporary position was subjected to intense small arms and automatic weapons fire as well as a fusillade of hand and rocket-propelled grenades. After the initial barrage, 1st Lt. Steindam ordered fire placed on the enemy position and the wounded men to be moved to a shallow bomb crater. As he directed the return fire against the enemy from his exposed position, a fragmentation grenade was thrown into the site occupied by his command group. Instantly realizing the extreme gravity of the situation, 1st Lt. Steindam shouted a warning to alert his fellow soldiers in the immediate vicinity. Then, unhesitatingly and with complete disregard for his safety, 1st Lt. Steindam deliberately threw himself on the grenade, absorbing the full and fatal force of the explosion as it detonated. By his gallant action and self-sacrifice, he was able to save the lives of the nearby members of his command group. The extraordinary courage and selflessness displayed by 1st Lt. Steindam saved the lives of his comrades and are in the highest traditions of the U.S. Army.

Saddler Christian Steiner (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 20, 1869, at Chiricahua Mountains, Arizona. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.


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I say Happy(?), because I’m not so sure it’s all that happy for the guys who died or for their friends and family. Still, I am happy that there were/are men and women willing to sacrifice their lives for our country. I am also thankful for the sacrifice their friends and family made.


My countdown today is somewhat of a flashback to a list that was made over 6 years ago… updated, of course.  Just a reminder, The Wife (and other family members) are not eligible for this list.  That's why you don't see her on here...  really, it is.  Were she eligible, she'd almost certainly be in the Top 10.

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Top 25 Friends List

25   Meg Courtney

24   Stuart Courtney

23   Tony Cadden

22   Ben Muller

21   John Nix

20   Jenn Williams

19   Jason Wheatley

18   Melissa Turpin

17   Britt Terry

16   Scott Sinclair

15   Rick Turpin

14   Michael Wood

13   Jonathan Sircey

12   Ross Chellis

11   Adrian Wood

10   Travis Wheeler

9   Leigh-Ann Carter

8   Minde Wheeler

7   Ashley Rogers

6   Cory Rogers

5   Jen Wright

4   Kevin Carter

3   Rebecca Dunlap 

2   Danny L. Wright (Part Deux)

1   Jeremy Dunlap

Sunday, May 24, 2015

It is Well with My Soul

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Lieutenant Adolphus Staton (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 22, 1914, at Vera Cruz, Mexico. His citation reads:

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914; was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.

First Sergeant Rudolph Stauffer (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions during 1872, near Camp Hualpai, Arizona. His citation reads:

Gallantry on scouts after Indians.

Major/aide-de-camp John W. Steele (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 29, 1864, at Spring Hill, Tennessee. His citation reads:

During a night attack of the enemy upon the wagon and ammunition train of this officer's corps, he gathered up a force of stragglers and others, assumed command of it, though himself a staff officer, and attacked and dispersed the enemy's forces, thus saving the train.


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It Is Well With My Soul


This hymn was written by Horatio Spafford and composed by Philip Bliss. It was published for the first time in 1876. The story is… Horatio Spafford wrote this hymn after not one, but two traumatic events in his life (the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 that left him ruined financially and the death of his four daughters who drowned when their ship sank crossing the Atlantic on the way to Europe). Read more of the story here.

When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll;
Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say,
It is well, it is well with my soul.

Refrain:
It is well with my soul,
It is well, it is well with my soul.

Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
Let this blest assurance control,
That Christ hath regarded my helpless estate,
And hath shed His own blood for my soul.

Refrain

My sin—oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!—
My sin, not in part but the whole,
Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!

Refrain

And Lord, haste the day when the faith shall be sight,
The clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,
Even so, it is well with my soul.

Refrain



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Top 24 College Basketball Players of All-Time

24   Hakeem Olajuwon   -   Houston

23   Juan Dixon   -   Maryland

22   Jason Williams   -   Duke

21   Danny Manning   -   Kansas

20   David Robinson   -   Navy

19   Shane Battier   -   Duke

18   Kenny Anderson   -   Georgia Tech

17   Larry Johnson   -   UNLV

16   J.J. Redick   -   Duke

15   Greg Anthony   -   UNLV

14   Steve Alford   -   Indiana

13   Bobby Hurley   -   Duke

12   Patrick Ewing   -   Georgetown

11   Isiah Thomas   -   Indiana

10   Bill Bradley   -   Princeton

9   Grant Hill   -   Duke

8   Bill Russell   -   San Fransico

7   Ralph Sampson   -   Virginia

6   David Thompson   -   NC State

5   Len Bias   -   Maryland

4   Bill Walton   -   UCLA

3   Pete Maravich   -   LSU

2   Lew Alcindor   -   UCLA

1   Christian Laettner   -   Duke

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Tag Teams

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Shell Man William A. Stanley (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 5, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Hartford. His citation reads:

Shell man on No. 8 on board the U.S.S. Hartford during successful actions against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864. Although severely wounded when his ship sustained numerous hits under the enemy's terrific shellfire, Stanley continued to pass shell until forced by the loss of blood to go below.

Chief Machinist’s Mate Thomas Stanton (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 8, 1910, on board the U.S.S. North Dakota. His citation reads:

For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board the U.S.S. North Dakota, 8 September 1910.

Sergeant John H. Starkins (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 16, 1863, at Campbell Station, Tennessee. His citation reads:

Brought off his piece without losing a man.


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Top 23 Tag Teams of All-Time

The best era's of tag team wrestling was probably the 1980s and mid to late 1990s. These teams listed are the best.

23   The Fantastics (Bobby Fulton and Tommy Rogers)   Years Active (Promotions): 1984-2007 (Mid-South Wrestling, UWF, NWA, WCCW, SMW, WWC, AJPW, WCW  

22   The Enforcers (Arn Anderson and Larry Zbyszko)   Years Active (Promotions): 1991-1992 (WCW)  

21   Owen Hart/Yokozuna   Years Active (Promotions): 1995 (WWF)  

20   Dangerous Alliance (Arn Anderson and Bobby Eaton)   Years Active (Promotions): 1991-1992 (WCW)  

19   Harlem Heat (Booker T and Stevie Ray)   Years Active (Promotions): 1989-2000 (GWF, NJPW, WCW and ROW)   Real life brothers

18   Edge and Christian   Years Active (Promotions): 1998-2001, 2009-2011 (ICW, SSW, WWF/E, UPW)  

17   Hardy Boyz   Years Active (Promotions): 1993-2003, 2006-2007, 2010, 2011, 2014-Present (WWF/E, TNA, OMEGA, NDW, NWA 2000, BTW, HOH)   Real life brothers

16   The Dudley Boyz   Years Active (Promotions): 1997-2010, 2013, 2014 (ECW, WWF/E, TNA, AJPW, HUSTLE, NJPW)  

15   Doom   Years Active (Promotions): 1989-1991 (NWA, WCW)  

14   Varsity Club (Mike Rotunda and Rick Steiner, Dr. Death Steve Williams)   Years Active (Promotions): 1987-1989 (NWA, WCW, AJPW)   The first team was Rotunda/Steiner and then Rotunda/Williams.

13   The Steiner Brothers (Rick and Scott)   Years Active (Promotions): 1988-1998, 2006-2008, 2013 (ECW, NWA, NJPW, TNA, WCW, WWF, HOH)   Real life brothers

12   Sting/Lex Luger   Years Active (Promotions): 1988-2002 off and on (NWA, WCW, WWA)  

11   The Fabulous Freebirds (Michael Hayes, Buddy Roberts, Terry Gordy, Jimmy Garvin)   Years Active (Promotions): 1979-1994 (AWA, NWA, WCW, UWF, WWF, WCCW)   The four guys listed teamed up in various combinations. My favorites were Hayes/Gordy and Hayes/Garvin.

10   The Outsiders   Years Active (Promotions): 1996-1999, 2002, 2004-2005, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2014 (WCW, WWF, TNA, ZERO1)  

9   Minnesota Wrecking Crew   Years Active (Promotions): 1985-1987 (NWA, WCW)   There were older versions of this tag-team, but the one to make the list is Ole and Arn Anderson.

8   The Mega Powers   Years Active (Promotions): 1987-1989 (WWF)  

7   The Rockers   Years Active (Promotions): 1985-1992 (AWA, NWA CSW, CWA, CCW, WWF)   Shawn Michaels and Marty Jannetty.

6   The Hollywood Blonds   Years Active (Promotions): 1992-1993 (WCW)   "Stunning" Steve Austin and "Flyin" Brian Pillman… While Austin would go on to have much better success solo, this team could have been ranked even higher if WCW had kept them together.

5   The New Age Outlaws   Years Active (Promotions): 1997-2000, 2002-2008, 2012-present (JAPW, MCW, TNA, WWF/E)  

4   The Four Horsemen/Brain Busters (Arn Anderson/Tully Blanchard)   Years Active (Promotions): 1986-1989 (NWA, WWF)  

3   The Road Warriors/Legion of Doom   Years Active (Promotions): 1983-2005 off and on (AWA, NWA, WCW, WWF/E, AJPW, NJPW, TNA, SWS, ZERO1, WORLD JAPAN)   1983-1997 were probably the best years for this group. They had some other people come and go, but the real members were Road Warrior Hawk and Road Warrior Animal with Paul Ellering as the manager.

2   The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton and Dennis Condrey, Stan Lane)   Years Active (Promotions): 1983-1990 (NWA, WCW)   The first version of Eaton/Condrey was very good… the second version of Eaton/Lane was GREAT.

1   The Rock & Roll Express   Years Active (Promotions): 1983-Present off and on (ECW, WCW, NWA, WWC, SMW, WWF, USWA, CWA, AWA, FMW)   Ricky (Morton) and Robert (Gibson)… the ROCK N ROLL EXPRESS!!!!!!!!!

Friday, May 22, 2015

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TERESA LYNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private Eben Stanley (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 25 and 27, 1873, near Turret Mountain, Arizona. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.

Corporal Edward Stanley (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 26, 1869, at Seneca Mountain, Arizona. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.

Hospital Apprentice Robert Henry Stanley (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 13 and 20-22, 1900, in China. His citation reads:

For distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in volunteering and carrying messages under fire at Peking, China, 12 July 1900.


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I would like to take a minute today to wish my much older sister Teresa Lynn a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!! Or, as Sonny would say, a Happy “Just Another Day on the Calendar”. That Sonny… he’s all heart.

Not sure if you saw my post on the Instagram or the Facebook, but Susie had her “graduation” from day care last night. Next Friday is her last day there.

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Top 22 NBA Players of All-Time

22   Charles Oakley

21   Tim Duncan

20   Bill Walton

19   Patrick Ewing

18   David Robinson

17   Charles Barkley

16   Jerry West

15   Pete Maravich

14   Isiah Thomas

13   Kobe Bryant

12   Oscar Robertson

11   John Havlicek

10   LeBron James

9   Shaquille O'Neal

8   Dr. J (Julius Winfield Erving II)

7   Bill Russell

6   Hakeem Olajuwon

5   Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

4   Larry Bird

3   Wilt Chamberlain

2   Magic Johnson

1   Michael Jordan

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Top 21 College Football Players...

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Major General Julius Stahel (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 5, 1864, at Piedmont, Virginia. His citation reads:

Led his division into action until he was severely wounded.

Sergeant Emanuel Stance (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 20, 1870, at Kickapoo Springs, Texas. His citation reads:

Gallantry on scout after Indians.

Major General David S. Stanley (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 30, 1864, at Franklin, Tennessee. His citation reads:

At a critical moment rode to the front of one of his brigades, reestablished its lines, and gallantly led it In a successful assault.


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Top 21 College Football Players of All-Time

I know I should give you reasons beside each guy, but I think this list is great enough that I don't need to do that.

21   Dave Rimington   Center, Nebraska

20   Charlie Ward   Quarterback, FSU

19   Eric Dickerson   Running Back, SMU

18   Ron Dayne   Running Back, Wisconsin

17   George Rogers   Running Back, USC

16   CJ Spiller   Running Back, Clemson

15   OJ Simpson   Running Back, Southern Cal

14   Earl Campbell   Running Back, Texas

13   Charles Woodson   Wide Receiver/Cornerback, Michigan

12   Tim Tebow   Quarterback, Florida

11   Glenn Davis   Halfback, US Military Academy (Army)

10   Roger Staubach   Quarterback, US Naval Academy (Navy)

9   Archie Griffin   Running Back, Ohio State

8   Peyton Manning   Quarterback, Tennessee

7   Ernie Davis   Halfback, Syracuse

6   Hugh Green   Linebacker, Pittsburgh

5   Deion Sanders   Cornerback, FSU

4   Lawrence Taylor   Linebacker, UNC

3   Jim Brown   Running Back, Syracuse

2   Bo Jackson   Running Back, Auburn

1   Herschel Walker   Running Back, Georgia

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Top 20... NFL Players

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant John C. Squires (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 23-24, 1944, near Padiglione, Italy. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. At the start of his company's attack on strongly held enemy positions in and around Spaccasassi Creek, near Padiglione, Italy, on the night of 23-24 April 1944, Pfc. Squires, platoon messenger, participating in his first offensive action, braved intense artillery, mortar, and antitank gun fire in order to investigate the effects of an antitank mine explosion on the leading platoon. Despite shells which burst close to him, Pfc. Squires made his way 50 yards forward to the advance element, noted the situation, reconnoitered a new route of advance and informed his platoon leader of the casualties sustained and the alternate route. Acting without orders, he rounded up stragglers, organized a group of lost men into a squad and led them forward. When the platoon reached Spaccasassi Creek and established an outpost, Pfc. Squires, knowing that almost all of the noncommissioned officers were casualties, placed 8 men in position of his own volition, disregarding enemy machinegun, machine-pistol, and grenade fire which covered the creek draw. When his platoon had been reduced to 14 men, he brought up reinforcements twice. On each trip he went through barbed wire and across an enemy minefield, under intense artillery and mortar fire. Three times in the early morning the outpost was counterattacked. Each time Pfc. Squires ignored withering enemy automatic fire and grenades which struck all around him, and fired hundreds of rounds of rifle, Browning automatic rifle, and captured German Spandau machinegun ammunition at the enemy, inflicting numerous casualties and materially aiding in repulsing the attacks. Following these fights, he moved 50 yards to the south end of the outpost and engaged 21 German soldiers in individual machinegun duels at point-blank range, forcing all 21 enemy to surrender and capturing 13 more Spandau guns. Learning the function of this weapon by questioning a German officer prisoner, he placed the captured guns in position and instructed other members of his platoon in their operation. The next night when the Germans attacked the outpost again he killed 3 and wounded more Germans with captured potato-masher grenades and fire from his Spandau gun. Pfc. Squires was killed in a subsequent action.

Private Charles Stacey (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 2, 1863, at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. His citation reads:

Voluntarily took an advanced position on the skirmish line for the purpose of ascertaining the location of Confederate sharpshooters, and under heavy fire held the position thus taken until the company of which he was a member went back to the main line.

Seaman William B. Stacy (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions sometime between 1866-1870, in the harbor of Cape Haiten. His citation reads:

While coaling ship in the harbor of Cape Haiten, one of the crew of the Rhode Island fell overboard, and, after catching a rope, had been forced by exhaustion, to relinquish his hold. Although the sea was running high at the time, Stacy, at the peril of his life, jumped overboard, secured the rope around his shipmate, and thus saved him from drowning.


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Top 20 NFL Players of All-Time

20   Levon Kirkland   I'm not going to post a bunch of stats in this list. Maybe I should, but I'm not. Click on the link if you want stats. I'm here to talk about players and Levon Kirkland is a player. I'm not going to apologize to you for having him in my Top 20. I WILL apologize to him for only having him at #20. This guy had it all... speed, size, strength. He was great.

19   Tony Gonzalez   I have him as the best TE ever… Some might not agree, but they would have him as "one of" the best.

18   Eric Dickerson   A great running back (the best goggle-wearing running back).

17   Mike Singletary   He was a leader on one of the greatest NFL defenses ever.

16   Michael Irvin   I was never really a "fan" of his, but man Michael Irvin was a good WR.

15   Brian Dawkins   Brian Dawkins was one of the harddest hitting DB's in the business. No telling what he could have done if he'd played back when DB's could really hit a WR without getting a flag. He even looked like a bad dude (though, from what I hear, he's pretty nice).

14   Mike Webster   With all due respect to Peyton Manning's Center and Dermontti Dawson (my all-time favorite NFL Center… yes, I have one) Mike Webster is the best ever.

13   Mean Joe Greene   He was a key piece of the GREATEST Defence EVER.

12   Tom Brady   He's got a lot of wins… but I've still got a lot of questions.

11   Reggie White   He was a great DE who died way too soon.

10   Deion Sanders   I dare say I hated Deion Sanders (at least for most of his career)… and one usually doesn't hate a bad player. He was a great shutdown cornerback.

9   Joe Montana   Some will argue he's the greatest QB ever. I don't think he is (as you will see), but I'd be willing to listen to what they have to say.

8   Barry Sanders   There were times I thought Barry Sanders would never get tackled. He was that good.

7   Ronnie Lott   Ronnie Lott once cut the end of his finger off so he wouldn't have to miss any games. Or something like that. Whatever it was, he cared more about his job than I probably care about mine. I'm just sayin…

6   Peyton Manning   I know he "only" has one championship, but he's the greatest QB I've ever seen play. BUT… not the greatest QB ever.

5   Walter Peyton   Watching Walter Peyton run was… well, it was fun. He was such a great running back. He's another player who died too young.

4   Terry Bradshaw   THIS is the greatest QB ever. Also, the most underrated ever. He called his own plays… won 4 Super Bowls… and did it all in a time when QBs got hit like they were just another player (nothing like today).

3   Lawrence Taylor   He was a game changing type of player.

2   Jim Brown   I never saw him play, but I've read books that talk about him and in those books I've read great players talk about how great of a player Jim Brown was. So I feel safe having him at #2.

1   Jerry Rice   Greatest WR ever. Greatest football player ever. I stand by my statements.

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Happy Birthday Alan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Orderly Sergeant David Sprowle (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 5, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Richmond. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats, and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Orderly Sgt. Sprowle inspired the men of the marine guard and directed a division of great guns throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan.

Lieutenant Colonel Andrew B. Spurling (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 23, 1865, at Evergreen, Alabama. His citation reads:

Advanced alone in the darkness beyond the picket line, came upon 3 of the enemy, fired upon them (his fire being returned), wounded 2, and captured the whole party.

Staff Sergeant Junior J. Spurrier (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 13, 1944, at Achain, France. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy at Achain, France, on 13 November 1944. At 2 p.m., Company G attacked the village of Achain from the east. S/Sgt. Spurrier armed with a BAR passed around the village and advanced alone. Attacking from the west, he immediately killed 3 Germans. From this time until dark, S/Sgt. Spurrier, using at different times his BAR and Ml rifle, American and German rocket launchers, a German automatic pistol, and handgrenades, continued his solitary attack against the enemy regardless of all types of small-arms and automatic-weapons fire. As a result of his heroic actions he killed an officer and 24 enlisted men and captured 2 officers and 2 enlisted men. His valor has shed fresh honor on the U.S. Armed Forces.


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Top 19 Commercials of All-Time

19   1987 - Schlitz Malt Liquor



18   Capital One Quicksilver Road to the Final Four: Annapolis



17   Subaru Dog Tested: What's the Fuss About?



16   Bud Light - I love you man



15   ESPN This is Sportscenter - Memories



14   Allstate Mayhem - Lawn Game



13   MasterCard - Priceless - Peyton Manning Cut That Meat



12   Budweiser "Rocky"



11   AT&T March Madness Legends: "Strong Team"



10   Wendy's - Where's the Beef



9   ESPN College Basketball - Chris Farley



8   Budweiser - Referee Training



7   Suburban Auto - Trunk Monkey Date Night Chaperone



6   Allstate Bergwood - Vincent



5   Coca-Cola - Mean Joe Green



4   MasterCard - Priceless - Peyton Manning



3   Disney World Super Bowl XL - Hines Ward



2   Nike - Chicks Dig the Long Ball



1   2014 Dr. Pepper



Monday, May 18, 2015

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CASEY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Colonel John W. Sprague (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 22, 1862, at Decatur, Georgia. His citation reads:

With a small command defeated an overwhelming force of the enemy and saved the trains of the corps.

1st Lieutenant James M. Sprayberry (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 25, 1968, in the Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Capt. Sprayberry, Armor, U.S. Army, distinguished himself by exceptional bravery while serving as executive officer of Company D. His company commander...of the men were wounded and separated from the main body of the company. A daylight attempt to rescue them was driven back by the well entrenched enemy's heavy fire. Capt. Sprayberry ...a volunteer night patrol to eliminate the intervening enemy bunkers and to relieve the surrounded element. The patrol soon began receiving enemy machinegun fire. Capt. Sprayberry quickly moved the men to protective cover and without regard for his own safety, crawled within close range of the bunker from which the fire was coming. He silenced the machinegun with a hand grenade. Identifying several l-man enemy positions nearby, Capt. Sprayberry immediately attacked them with the rest of his grenades. He crawled back for more grenades and when 2 grenades were thrown at his men from a position to the front, Capt. Sprayberry, without hesitation, again exposed himself and charged the enemy-held bunker killing its occupants with a grenade. Placing 2 men to cover his advance, he crawled forward and neutralized 3 more bunkers with grenades. Immediately thereafter, Capt. Sprayberry was surprised by an enemy soldier who charged from a concealed position. He killed the soldier with his pistol and with continuing disregard for the danger neutralized another enemy emplacement. Capt. Sprayberry then established radio contact with the isolated men, directing them toward his position. When the 2 elements made contact he organized his men into litter parties to evacuate the wounded. As the evacuation was nearing completion, he observed an enemy machinegun...a grenade. Capt. Sprayberry returned to the rescue party, established security, and moved to friendly lines with the wounded. This rescue operation, which lasted approximately 71/2 hours, saved the lives of many of his fellow soldiers. Capt. Sprayberry personally killed 12 enemy soldiers, eliminated 2 machineguns, and destroyed numerous enemy bunkers. Capt. Sprayberry's indomitable spirit and gallant action at great personal risk to his life are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the U.S. Army.

Private George Springer (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 20, 1869, at Chiricahua Mountains, Arizona. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.


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Top 18 MLB Team Nicknames of All-Time

18   Senators   This was the name of the Washington team from 1901-1960 (who then moved to Minnesota) and 1961-1971 (who then moved to Texas). It's a great name… I wish it was still used. Of course, as you will see, I think the nickname currently used by the Washington team is pretty good.

17   Diamondbacks  

16   Brewers  

15   Tigers  

14   Angels  

13   Red Sox  

12   Giants  

11   A's  

10   Padres  

9   Dodgers   The nickname fit in Brooklyn (trolley Dodgers) and it fits in LA (draft Dodgers… though I might be the only one who thinks of it like that).

8   Rangers  

7   Astros  

6   Pirates  

5   Nationals   The nickname of the team in Washington now…

4   Cardinals  

3   Yankees  

2   Braves  

1   Cubs