A tribute to one of the greatest American military heroes with
videos by Jerry Castillo / USFallen.org.
Part One
This is a mini-bio of the life and times of the late Col. Robert “Bob” Howard
Sr., who is considered to be the most decorated American soldier of the Vietnam War
. . .
having been nominated three times for the Medal of Honor, and recipient of eight
Purple Hearts for wounds received during his five tours in Southeast Asia.
Part Two
This video is the memorial tribute given to the Howard Family. It includes
photos and video footage of the Medal of Honor interment ceremonies at Arlington
National Cemetery. Also, Sgt. Robert L. Howard Jr., presenting the American flag
to his oldest sister.
Producer's note... "USFallen.org
was honored to be asked to produce this video,
to be shown at a memorial service at Ft. Sam Houston, in San
Antonio, TX. on Feb. 22, 2010. We were provided some footage
of an interview conducted a few years ago with the Col. He
was interviewed by one of his best friends and fishing
buddies, Sgt. Maj. (Ret) Benito Guerrero. Soon we began to
compile other media and developing a story line. Veteran
groups began submitting footage, photos, and suggested music
from the era. There was a specific request to use the Col.'s
two favorite songs; The Green Leaves of Summer and The
Ballad of the Green Berets." Jerry
Castillo
A Hero Among Heroes
