January 26, 2025: Col. Paris Davis Medal of Honor Story / Fallen & Wounded Soldier Fund

Join us this week for a show from the Veterans Radio archives!First we’ll hear the story of Col. Paris D. Davis, Medal of Honor recipientHistorian Neil Thorne and legal advocate Jim Moriarty tell the story of Col. Paris D. Davis. In 1965, Paris D. Davis was a Captain, Commander, Detachment A-321, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. He distinguished himself by acts of gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty while serving as an advisor to the 883d Regional Force Company, Army of the Republic of Vietnam, during combat operations against an armed enemy in the vicinity of Bong Son, Republic of Vietnam, on June 17-18, 1965.Thorne and Moriarty tell us how Captain Davis, now ranked as Col. Davis, military service records to appeal for the honor were lost 3 times before finally being filed and approved to receive the Medal of Honor.Read the full citation on the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website.We also hear from leadership at the Fallen & Wounded Soldiers FundWe’re joined by FWSF Founder and Board Member Chris Cornelius, and FWSF President Rob Grimaldi to learn more about this incredible organization helping Veterans.The mission of the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund™ (FWSF) is to support Michigan-based soldiers who serve and protect our country. They are a non-profit, non-partisan 501(c) (3) organization. Members do not receive any financial compensation for their efforts. The FWSF is an all-volunteer effort, supporting our armed forces. They are honored to help injured soldiers pay their living expenses, and provide assistance to the families of the fallen.Are you a Michigan-based soldier who is experiencing financial hardship because of injuries sustained in the Iraq or Afghanistan campaigns?If so, the FWSF wants to help you.Learn more about the FWSF here, or call 1-800-FWSF-729 for assistance.