MEDAL OF HONOR: Leading the LAST Bayonet Charge in Vietnam | James E. Livingston скачать в хорошем качестве

MEDAL OF HONOR: Leading the LAST Bayonet Charge in Vietnam | James E. Livingston

Become an AVC Patreon member to receive an annual calendar, early access to videos, exclusive content, and several other perks. This funding goes directly into helping us capture more incredible stories with our nation's veterans:   / americanveteranscenter   James E. Livingston was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in June 1962, following graduation from Auburn University. Early assignments included service as a Platoon Commander, Intelligence Officer, and as a Recruit Training Regiment Series Commander. Promoted to Captain in June 1966, General Livingston served as the Commanding Officer of the Marine detachment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Wasp, before joining the 3rd Marine Division in the Republic of Vietnam in August 1967. On May 2, 1968, while serving as Commanding Officer, Company E, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, Livingston distinguished himself above and beyond the call of duty in action against enemy forces during the Battle of Dai Do. His actions that day would lead to him being awarded the Medal of Honor by President Richard Nixon on May 14, 1970. James E. Livingston would serve on active duty in his beloved Marine Corps for over 33 years before retiring as a Major General on September 1, 1995. Interview recorded on November 5, 2022 Video Credits: Interviewer - Greg Corombos Director of Photography - Jon Hambacker Editor - Daniel Taksas Learn more about the American Veterans Center: http://www.americanveteranscenter.org/ Like us on Facebook:   / americanveteranscenter   Follow us on Twitter:   / avcupdate   Follow us on Instagram:   / americanveteranscenter   Subscribe to our podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/americanvetera...