Season 6 · Episode 3
Marcellus Chiles: What Now Captain?
Capt Chiles fought in World War I and was awarded the Medal of Honor for taking command of his battalion in battle despite being mortally wounded.
June 5, 20233m 54s
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Show Notes
When his unit’s entire leadership was wiped out during the Argonne offensive, Capt Chiles took command of his battalion, advancing through a creek against heavy fire. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for commanding his unit despite a mortal wound from a sniper, refusing to leave until the unit was in good hands.
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