Joe Hooper (Medal Of Honor)
Captain Joe Ronnie Hooper (August 8, 1938 – May 6, 1979) was a Vietnam veteran whose combat decorations surpassed those of Audie Murphy or Alvin York. He was the recipient of the Medal of Honor, America's highest military decoration for valor in combat.
During two tours of duty with Delta Company, 2nd Battalion (Airborne), 501st Airborne Infantry, 101st Airborne Division, he received the Medal of Honor (February 21, 1968 outside of Hue), two Silver Stars for gallantry, 6 Bronze Stars for heroism, 8 Purple Hearts, and the Combat Infantryman Badge.
He is credited with 115 enemy kills in ground combat, 22 of which occurred on February 21, 1968.
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