US Coast Guard SM1c Douglas Munro: USCG's Sole Medal of Honor Recipient #shorts #history #usa

Listen to his full story here: https://youtu.be/3M5_Z65uLaE

In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, delve into the compelling true story of Signalman First Class Douglas Munro, the only member of the United States Coast Guard to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Munro's heroic actions during the Battle of Guadalcanal in World War II, where he commanded a small flotilla to evacuate 500 Marines, marked a pivotal moment in the battle. Listen as we honor his legacy and recount the valorous tale of this WWII hero.

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