Medal of Honor: Jonah “Ed” Kelley

Jonah Edward Kelley, MOH The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives for the welfare of … Continue reading Medal of Honor: Jonah “Ed” Kelley

Staff Sergeant Robert Barr

Memorial for Robert Barr, Benezette Cemetery Over the years, I’ve made countless trips through Benezette, a small community known by many as being the heart of “Pennsylvania’s Elk Country.” The community, which sits along the Benezette Branch of the Sinnemahoning Creek, has countless visitors each year to view the majestic elk that roam the region. … Continue reading Staff Sergeant Robert Barr

Medal of Honor: Foster Joseph Sayers

Foster Sayers, Schenk's Cemetery, Howard The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives for the welfare … Continue reading Medal of Honor: Foster Joseph Sayers

Medal of Honor: Robert Laws

Robert Laws, Blair Memorial Park, Bellewood The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives for the … Continue reading Medal of Honor: Robert Laws

Medal of Honor: Harry Harr

Harry Harr, Alto Reste, Altoona The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives for the welfare … Continue reading Medal of Honor: Harry Harr