2ndLt O’Brien: First Battle of the Hook

Medal of Honor Podcast

EpisodeFeb 27, 20234m

2ndLt O’Brien: First Battle of the Hook

Medal of Honor Podcast

EpisodeFeb 27, 20234m

2ndLt O’Brien fought in the Korean War’s First Battle of the Hook. After the PVA seized a key hill near the 38th Parallel, O’Brien led an attack through mortar and artillery fire to win it back. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions, during a ceremony at the White House in 1953. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ken Harbaugh tells the stories of service members who have distinguished themselves through an act of valor. These stories from the Civil War to present day include recipients who were originally overlooked for the medal as well as those who were celebrated at the time.This podcast is made in partnership with The National Medal of Honor Museum.

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