One mans journey from poverty and prejudice memories of war 9781574886924. The authors three wars were growing up a mexicanamerican, fighting in vietnam and convincing the government to give him his medal of honor. Benavidez, a former green beret sergeant who received the medal of honor from president ronald reagan for heroism while wounded in the vietnam war, then fought to keep the government from. He was the son of a sharecropper and endured much racism in his life because of his mixed yaqui indian and mexican heritage. The video inside contains comments by the president and then an amazing speech by an american hero. Roy perez benavidez 19351998 roy perez benavidez was born in cuero, texas, on august 5, 1935. Reading it a second and third time, i swear everything just a little background for this book. Roy perez benavidez 11180 theres also a book out about the man. He earned more honor by being an advocate for the disabled. The original copy of this book is locked safely away and inside the cover is a signed message by roy p. He then recovered classified documents from the team leader who was killed in action and benavidez was wounded again by small arms fire in his stomach and suffered grenade shrapnel to his back benavidez, roy, n.
Remembering roy benavidez, an unknown legend of the vietnam war biographile and if youre in austin, tx you can do some extensive reading. Master sergeant roy benavidez august 5, 1935 november 29, 1998 roy benavidezs ordeal began at loc ninh, a green beret outpost near the cambodian border. Benavidez, a former green beret sergeant who received the medal of honor from president ronald reagan for heroism while wounded. Til about msg roy p benavidez who was shot, stabbed and took. The ausa book program will release its second digital graphic novel in may, titled medal of honor. Til about msg roy p benavidez who was shot, stabbed and took shrapnel 37 times in one day and survived, all while saving 8 special forces soldiers. A vietnam warriors story, and the three wars of roy benavidez, and more on. Benavidez is a legend in the special forces community. Benavidez was born in lindenau near cuero, texas in dewitt county. Master sergeant raul perez roy benavidez august 5, 1935 november 29, 1998 was a. Roy s widow and children sign autographs for the latest book written about him, legend. Benavidez papers contain correspondence, photographs, topical files, military documents, honors and awards, writings, printed material, lp albums, and memorabilia documenting his career in the united states army and his receipt of the congressional medal of honor for his service in the vietnam war. One mans journey from poverty and prejudice memories of war by roy p. Benavidez led a mission to save eight soldiers in vietnam and nearly died in the process.
Mar 30, 2012 roy benavidez lubbock mass services for roy benavidez, 38, of lubbock will be 10 a. Reagans remarks on presenting the medal of honor to roy p. Benavidez included with permission from the estate of roy p. The blackboard footer will center if disclaimer is not being used and the background will be one color. Medal of honor one mans journey from poverty and prejudice by benavidez, roy p. Msg would be horrified to see what america is turning into. The paperback of the the three wars of roy benavidez by roy p. He wrote three autobiographical books about his life and military experience. On one fateful day in vietnam, master sergeant roy benavidez became a special operations legend with actions that ultimately resulted in him. I watched a video of roy benavidez and was so moved i looked for a book about him. Maybe we can turn out some more americans like msg benavidez. His descriptions of war are compelling, his heroism unquestionable, his prose style forgivable. Military ribbons, medals of master sergeant roy benavidez. What msg roy benavidez did to receive the medal of honor.
Raul roy perez benavidez august 5, 1935 november 29, 1998 was a member of the studies and observations group of the united states army. He earned more honor by being an advocate for the disabled after he retired. Benavidez elementary school in san antonio, tx roy p. Benavidez was born on august 5, 1935 in lindenau near cuero, texas. The actions of the thirtytwo army special operations medal of honor recipients described in this book represent the strength and fierce resolve that are central elements of. Benavidezs will never faulted as he aided the wounded after the first helicopter crashed. A catholic chaplain was saying mass at a jeep for the sergeant and several other soldiers. I believe a positive attitude will carry you farther than ability. Benavidez insight into and savvy about all things military are impressive. He earned the medal of honor for battlefield exploits that nearly cost him his life.
May 29, 2015 roy s widow and children sign autographs for the latest book written about him, legend. Benavidez papers contain correspondence, photographs, topical files, military documents, honors and awards, writings, printed material, lp albums, and memorabilia documenting his career in the united states army and his receipt of the congressional medal of honor for his service in. Benavidez, medal of honor, vietnam war medal of honor foundation. Army master sergeant roy benavidez was a true hero who shared his heartwrenching life story the day he was awarded the medal of honor by president ronald reagan. Msg roy benavidez, my lt and me article stirs memories. Mar 01, 2005 medal of honor one mans journey from poverty and prejudice by benavidez, roy p. Roy benavidez speech detailing the story behind his medal of. Roy benavidez lubbock mass services for roy benavidez, 38, of lubbock will be 10 a. Over 1,500 people attended his funeral to say goodbye. Roys widow and children sign autographs for the latest book written about him, legend. Here is the powerful story of one mans fight against bigotry, paralysis and his war enemy that led to the medal of honor. Master sergeant benavidez was further recognized by the naming of the roy p. Master sergeant raul perez roy benavidez august 5, 1935 november 29, 1998 was a member of the united states army special forces studies and observations group and retired united states army master sergeant who received the medal of honor for his valorous actions in combat near l.
A grade school child could have written this if all they had to do was watch a video over and over. Benavidez was orphaned as a child and raised by an uncle. This is a great read with a lot of detail of the actual events. What msg roy benavidez did to receive the medal of honor by raul felix march 25, 2019 during the vietnam war, 235 medals of honor were awarded, and another 26 have been retroactively awarded to those who served in the war but werent recognized at the time of their actions.
The actions of the thirtytwo army special operations medal of honor recipients described in this book represent the strength and fierce resolve that are central elements of our legacy. The book every american should read vietnam now available in trade paperback. Amazing speech by moh winner army msg roy benavidez. Our future leaders ncos and officers must possess faith, determination, and a positive attitude. Jan 17, 20 military ribbons, medals of master sergeant roy benavidez, medal of honor recipient stay safe and healthy. Msg roy benavidez, american badass, medal of honor recipient roy p. My eyes were shut because i had blood all over my face. The last third of the book will keep you reading until the end. He is a descendant of the founders of benavides, texas and was the son of a mexican farmer, salvador benavidez, jr. Benavidez united states army, who distinguished himself by a series of daring and extremely valorous actions on 2 may 1968 while assigned to detachment b56, 5th special forces group airborne, 1st special forces, republic of vietnam. The legacy of army special operations has been forged across many battlefields and conflict zones by the deeds of courageous warriors. Suddenly, shouts rang out from a nearby shortwave radio.
Sep 20, 2019 he then recovered classified documents from the team leader who was killed in action and benavidez was wounded again by small arms fire in his stomach and suffered grenade shrapnel to his back benavidez, roy, n. Benavidez special operations logistic complex at fort bragg, nc. Jul 03, 2015 for a medal of honor recipient, wounds of war lingered into fatherhood master sgt. Master sergeant roy benavidez died on november 29, 1998, at the age of 63 from respiratory failure and complications of diabetes. Its a long title and it would not all fit into the threat title above. The green beret who went on a one man rampage to save his. Benavidez special operations logistics complex at fort bragg, nc. This page is intended to update his family, friends, and the public on roys continued service and honors. Even before he earned his green beret, benavidez showed uncommon courage and determination.
For a medal of honor recipient, wounds of war lingered. Roy benavidez was born in 1935 near cuero, texas, to impoverished sharecroppers of. He received the medal of honor for his actions in combat near l. From migrant farmworker and middleschool dropout to recipient of his countrys highest award for bravery, roy benavidez demonstrated the courage and fortitude of an.
Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. One mans journey from poverty and prejudice by benavidez, roy p. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Yvette benavidez garcia, roys daughter and author of the childrens book, tango mike mike. Having read this book the first time, i was fascinated. It should wrap, then the bar will grow in height if more space is needed. Roy s story was spectacular but, this book is nothing more than a transcript of the video. Master sergeant roy benavidez was awarded the medal of honor by ronald reagan in 1981. He is a throwback to the days of redblooded patriotism, and he was a first. For a medal of honor recipient, wounds of war lingered into fatherhood master sgt. Review legend the tale of roy benavidez shadowspear. Roy benavidez obituary lubbock, tx lubbock avalanchejournal. The life story of vietnam war hero roy benavidez is that of a man of pride and dignity who conquered enormous challenges. Decades later, his daughter recalls a father who believed honor wasnt won, but earned.
Roy benavidez speech detailing the story behind his medal. Roys story was spectacular but, this book is nothing more than a transcript of the video. In 1965 msg benavidez was deployed to south vietnam while on patrol, msg benavidez stepped on a land mine and was evacuated to the us army doctors told msg benavidez that he would never walk again and began his discharge papers however, inspired by social criticism of the. Roy was quoted in the book, that day was filled with heroes, all trying very hard to save this team, unfortunately, many of them did not survive the battle. Hispanic, partyaqui indian, and an orphan, benavidez fought his way out of poverty and bigotry to serve with distinction with the u. The incredible story of special forces sergeant roy benavidezs heroic mission to rescue a special forces team caught behind enemy lines. Master sergeant roy benavidez august 5, 1935 november 29, 1998 roy benavidez s ordeal began at loc ninh, a green beret outpost near the cambodian border. Here is the powerful story of one mans fight against bigotry, paralysis and his. And one of my buddies was doing the mexican hat dance and he was yelling at the doctor, thats roy, thats roy benavidez. Mar 25, 2019 what msg roy benavidez did to receive the medal of honor by raul felix march 25, 2019 during the vietnam war, 235 medals of honor were awarded, and another 26 have been retroactively awarded to those who served in the war but werent recognized at the time of their actions.