What do a President of the United States, and a Three Star General have in common besides the word Lieutenant, and a deep love and commitment to our country? A Purple Heart!
Have you ever watched a three star general who was also the recipient of the Purple Heart medal talk about why he went into harm’s way to serve his nation, and why and how he served you?
My experience with interviewing military generals is they are far too modest, humble and unassuming, to promote themselves, but love to “toot-the-horn” of those who served with them. This is never more evident than with Lieutenant (3 Star) General Schultz as you watch him grin ear-to-ear while praising the bravery and work ethics of so many others with whom he served.
General Schultz’s stories will lift up your heart while you wipe away a tear.
During this rare video interview on the Wicked Housewives On Cape Cod Show™ with hosts Lori Boyle and Kat Kanavos, honored guest Lieutenant General Roger Schultz shares army stories and talks about the Army Historical Foundation, whose main purpose is to build the Army Museum scheduled for completion in 2019.
Can you imagine growing up on a farm in Iowa and then becoming a three star general who receives a Purple Heart for his bravery and service in the military? During this interview Lieutenant General Schultz takes us on his amazing personal journey from corn fields to battle field, and from medal, to Army Historical Foundation.
What exactly is a Purple Heart, what does it look like, and who is awarded this medal?
Specifically a combat decoration, The Purple Heart medal is awarded to members of the armed forces of the United States who are wounded by an instrument of war in the hands of the enemy. If the hero is killed it is awarded posthumously to the next of kin in the name of those who are killed in action or die of wounds received in action.
The history of the Purple Heart reaches back to the waning days of the American Revolution and was previously named The Badge of Military Merit circa 1782.
The Purple Heart is very much a part of our 4th of July history.
The Purple Heart award is a heart-shaped medal within a gold border, 1 3⁄8 inches (35 mm) wide, containing a profile of General George Washington. Above the heart appears a shield of the coat of arms of the general, which is a white shield with two red bars and three red stars in chief, between sprays of green leaves.
It is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the U.S. Armed Services, becomes wounded.
The only president of the United States to receive the Purple Heart was John F. Kennedy.
During World War II, August 2, 1943, Lieutenant, Junior Grade John F. Kennedy was wounded in action but was still able to save his crew members. This act of bravery resulted in a Purple Heart awarded June 12, 1944. He is the only United States president to have received this honor.
We wish to thank Lieutenant General Schultz for taking the time out of his extremely busy schedule to share uplifting stories and meaningful insights with the audience of BIZ360.
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“Correction and Apologies” on name misspelled. Schultz in my comment.
Kathleen, what a great story. Being a Vietnam military wife in 1969, where my spouse had spent (3) tours in Vietnam, then coming home to a detail with the Presidential Honor Guard, and watching him walk the steps slowly of the Tomb of the Unknown Solider, in precision, rain, sleet or snow, I realized the sacrifice made to make it home, but also to serve their country so that those of us at home would be safe. In my article where the images show the solider standing so proud to walk and protect the “Unknown Tomb”, each time I realize the sacrifice to wear the uniform, to serve and protect their country, requires the desire to be “Free”. Thank you to General Schult, and thank you to Our Military for protecting our freedom here at home.
Thank you so much for sharing General Schultz’s story with us! I agree we owe our men and women in the military recognition as well as our gratitude for their service.
Fascinating Kat, we have so much n all countries to thank our military for. the first one i always think of is our freedom xxx