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Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt III
Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt III
56 years old from Cove Neck, NY
September 13, 1887 – July 12, 1944
U.S. Army

When people hear the name Theodore Roosevelt they think President of the United States. What they probably don't think of is Theodore Roosevelt III. The presidents son. A man who, at the age of 56, lead forces in the invasion of Normandy on D-Day and was awarded the Medal Of Honor:

For gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on 6 June 1944, in France. After 2 verbal requests to accompany the leading assault elements in the Normandy invasion had been denied, Brig. Gen. Roosevelt's written request for this mission was approved and he landed with the first wave of the forces assaulting the enemy-held beaches. He repeatedly led groups from the beach, over the seawall and established them inland. His valor, courage, and presence in the very front of the attack and his complete unconcern at being under heavy fire inspired the troops to heights of enthusiasm and self-sacrifice. Although the enemy had the beach under constant direct fire, Brig. Gen. Roosevelt moved from one locality to another, rallying men around him, directed and personally led them against the enemy. Under his seasoned, precise, calm, and unfaltering leadership, assault troops reduced beach strong points and rapidly moved inland with minimum casualties. He thus contributed substantially to the successful establishment of the beachhead in France.

You can read more about Brig. Gen. Roosevelt here

These brave men and women sacrifice so much in their lives just so others may get to enjoy freedom. For that I am proud to call them Hero.
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This Post Has 6 Comments

  1. Mellisa September 18, 2013Reply

    Salute to hero Brig. Gen. Theodore Roosevelt III!!!

  4. Scentsy Mexico September 21, 2013Reply

    I wasn’t aware his son was involved with such a noble cause. Thanks for keeping these heroes legends alive.

  5. Colleen September 21, 2013Reply

    I had no idea, sad to say I don’t know a lot about the politics and their families.

  6. Angela September 22, 2013Reply

    Interesting! I knew nothing about Roosevelt’s son.

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