Not all heroes received the Medal of Honor. Those that did, of course, deserve our special thanks for acts that defined
courage, heroism, and self-sacrifice. Many, in fact, did sacrifice their lives--most Medals of Honor are awarded
posthumously.
But there are other men who have fought, bled, and struggled that we might live free. They weren't trying to be heroes;
they were just doing their jobs. Some were draftees, others were volunteers. But all stepped up carried the burdens of the
war. Over half a century later, all Americans now have these men as part of our heritage. Let us remember their stories,
let us remember their names.
courage, heroism, and self-sacrifice. Many, in fact, did sacrifice their lives--most Medals of Honor are awarded
posthumously.
But there are other men who have fought, bled, and struggled that we might live free. They weren't trying to be heroes;
they were just doing their jobs. Some were draftees, others were volunteers. But all stepped up carried the burdens of the
war. Over half a century later, all Americans now have these men as part of our heritage. Let us remember their stories,
let us remember their names.
| If you have a photograph and/or story of any man or woman who fought on Guam in 1944, please forward them on and I will dedicated a page here in the Hall of Heroes to them. It does not matter if they were awarded a medal or not. If they fought in the Battle of Guam, then they have earned a place in this roll of honor. |