Political Quotes

“today I wish to recognize the heroic University of Arkansas alumni whose actions earned them the Nation's highest distinction for valor in military action, the Congressional Medal of Honor. Throughout the storied history of the University of Arkansas, many men and women have served their Nation with honor and valor, and five of these selfless heroes have earned our Nation's highest military honor. On Monday, November 12, 2012, we recognized these valiant heroes who put their lives on the line. We honored their service and accomplishments with the dedication of a memorial flag pole on the University of Arkansas campus. Maurice L. Britt was born in Carlisle, AR, in 1919. On November 10, 1943, north of Mignano, Italy, Army Lieutenant Britt was wounded in battle, but he refused medical attention and proceeded to lead a handful of men in a counterattack against the Germans. Lieutenant Britt and his men ultimately captured four Germans and enabled captured Americans to escape. Nathan Green Gordon was born in Morrilton, AR, in 1916. On February 15, 1944, in the Bismarck Sea, Navy Lieutenant Gordon was the commander of a Catalina patrol plane. Braving close-range fire from the enemy, Lieutenant Gordon rescued U.S. airmen of the U.S. Army 5th Air Force in full view of the Japanese. He made a daring escape under direct fire to fly them to safety. Edgar H. Lloyd was born in Blytheville, AR.…”