• US Navy LT Vincent Capodanno "The Grunt Padre"

  • Nov 25 2024
  • Length: 10 mins
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US Navy LT Vincent Capodanno "The Grunt Padre"

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  • In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, we honor the incredible story of US Navy Lieutenant Vincent Capodanno Jr., a Catholic chaplain who sacrificed everything to support his fellow Marines during the Vietnam War. Known as "the Grunt Padre," LT Capodanno's unwavering courage and selflessness on the battlefield saw him being posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. We’ll explore his extraordinary acts of valor, the impact he had on those he served alongside, and his enduring legacy of faith and dedication to duty.

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    Sources:
    milarch.org
    catholicworldreport.com
    catholicnewsagency.com
    wikipedia.org
    cmohs.org
    mohmuseum.org


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