Guestbook

Thank you for providing information and context. My father John Joseph Walsh fought in San Pietro, and was wounded by mortar fire on December 15, 1943. General Walker awarded a Silver Star commendation, to Lt. John Walsh, noting that he "staunchly refused medical assistance, and continued to guide his men to safety." I didn't see the commendation paperwork until he passed away at age 55. I was 14, and had five other siblings ages 10 to 18. But, I'd sit up late and talk to dad, and he could sometimes talk about military service. Three key ingredients to honor on the battlefield that he drilled in us kids: 1) Give orders you would carry out yourself; and no others. 2) Leaders don't leave soldiers behind. 3) Don't shoot at people that can't shoot back. This site filled in some details, and helped my remember and understand dad better. He was under the command of a Captain, according to the accounts here, that died the same day dad was wounded; and the Captain was known for those qualities. Dad entered service as a private. God bless you all for taking care of the whole lot of us.