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US Marine Corps SgtMaj John Canley: Medal of Honor Recipient Vietnam War

In this episode of Duty & Valor, we honor the incredible life and legacy of Sergeant Major John L. Canley, a Marine Corps legend and Medal of Honor recipient. Join us as we delve into his heroic actions during the Battle of Hue in 1968, where he displayed unparalleled courage and leadership under fire, saving countless lives and ensuring mission success. Discover how his selflessness and devotion to his fellow Marines left an indelible mark on military history and why his story continues to inspire generations. This is the extraordinary tale of a true American hero you won’t want to miss.

Capters:
00:00 Medal of Honor Spotlight USAAF Lt Col Edward Michael
03:36 Episode Intro: USMC SgtMaj John Canley
04:06 Early Life
05:31 Vietnam War
10:51 Outro

Please view our other video to learn about Medal of Honor heroes.

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📚 Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_L._Canley
https://www.marines.mil/News/News-Display/Article/3029327/medal-of-honor-recipient-vietnam-vet-sgtmaj-john-canley-passes-away/
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/18/us/john-canley-dead.html
https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/john-canley-15194/
https://www.marines.mil/News/Press-Releases/Press-Release-Display/Article/1644927/medal-of-honor-sgt-maj-john-canley/

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