This quote is from Admiral Nimitz .
Uncommon valor was a common virtue.
A medal of valor was long overdue for this brave soldier who saved his country well.
Secretary of the Army Award for Valor was created on 2002-04-15.
There are many awards that you may earn while serving in the United States Marine Corps. Most Marines state that the greatest honor ever bestowed upon them was the title of United States Marine at the completion of their initial training at one of the Marine Corps Recruit Depots (Parris Island or San Diego), or Marine Officer Candidate School. Marines earn a variety of awards which are generally signified by Ribbons, Medals, and Badges. Some of these may be earned by completing certain schools, special duties, or tasks. Others are used to represent experiences, achievements, or valor.
Victory, Peace, and Valor.
The Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington, VA.
The actual quote was . "Uncommon valor was a common virtue". He was describing the situation with the marines at the battle I of Iwo Jima , meaning that for them, uncommon valor, was the rule, not a rarity at all.
There are two inscriptions :"In honor and memory of the men of the United States Marine Corps who have given their lives to their country since November 10, 1775""Uncommon Valor Was a Common Virtue" (a tribute by Admiral Chester Nimitz to the fighting men on Iwo Jima) .
Uncommon valor was a common virtue.
"Uncommon Valor Was a Common Virtue." means that exceptional bravery was a common denominator and courage was found in the hearts of all who fought upon the island .
Fleet Admiral Chester Ninitz
"Uncommon valor was a common virtue", attributed to Admiral Chester Nimitz, 02/23/45.
The film titled 'Uncommon Valor' is about a Marine officer who puts together his own team to an attempt the rescue of his son who he believes to be in Laos.
Admiral Chester Nimitz.
The duration of Uncommon Valor is 1.75 hours.
Uncommon Valor was created on 1983-12-16.
Uncommon Valor - 1955 was released on: USA: 1955