Chaplain Emil J. Kapaun
“…among recipients of the Medal of Honor, Father Kapaun’s story is, in itself, wholly unique, wholly different. He didn’t charge a pillbox; he didn’t defeat an enemy battalion or brigade or division by himself. Rather, Father Kapaun’s only weapons were his steely defiance that inspired his fellow prisoners of war; the words he spoke, which brought comfort to the Soldiers with whom he served; and a simple piece of purple ribbon that he wore around his neck, a mark [...]