Kaitlin Roig-DeBellis is remembered as a hero of Sandy Hook for her quick thinking and bravery during the tragic school shooting on December 14, 2012. She protected 15 of her first-grade students by securing them in a bathroom and blocking the door. Her courage under pressure exemplified her compassion and commitment to student safety. Roig-DeBellis […]
Roy Benavidez displayed extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War. On May 2, 1968, in the hostile jungles of Cambodia, he responded to a call from a surrounded Special Forces patrol. Despite suffering 37 wounds, he directed air support and rescued eight soldiers. Initially denied the Medal of Honor, relentless advocacy led to his award in […]
Wesley Autrey demonstrated incredible courage when he leapt onto the subway tracks at the 137th Street–City College station on January 2, 2007. Why did he risk his life? To save a young man, Cameron Hollopeter, who was having a seizure. This act of bravery and compassion made Autrey a national hero, earning him the title […]
Jeremy Hernandez demonstrated extraordinary bravery during the I-35W bridge collapse on August 1, 2007. On a school bus with 52 children returning from a field trip, he kicked open the back door and formed a human chain to evacuate all 61 passengers to safety. His quick thinking and actions guaranteed the survival of everyone . […]
Audie Murphy, an iconic World War II soldier, rose from humble beginnings in Farmersville, Texas, to become America's most decorated combat soldier. Despite hardships, he enlisted in 1942 and exhibited extraordinary bravery in France on January 26, 1945, earning the Medal of Honor. His military career featured 33 awards, including international honors. Post-war, Murphy moved […]
Antoinette Tuff, a bookkeeper at McNair Academy in Decatur, Georgia, bravely faced an armed gunman who held an AK-47 and over 500 rounds of ammunition. Tuff's calm demeanor and empathetic communication de-escalated the potentially tragic situation. Her actions emphasized the importance of empathy, communication, and mental health awareness in crisis situations. Highlights The Harrowing Incident […]
