Medal of Honor Monday: Army Staff Sgt. Kazuo Otani
July 15, 2024
July 15, 2024
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
Friends of Army Staff Sgt. Kazuo Otani knew that he would do anything to help others and prove his allegiance to the United States. So, it was no surprise to many that Otani gave his life during World War II to protect fellow soldiers who were pinned down by enemy fire. His efforts garnered accolades then, but it wasn't until decades later that his heroics were truly recognized as he was bestowed with t . . .
Friends of Army Staff Sgt. Kazuo Otani knew that he would do anything to help others and prove his allegiance to the United States. So, it was no surprise to many that Otani gave his life during World War II to protect fellow soldiers who were pinned down by enemy fire. His efforts garnered accolades then, but it wasn't until decades later that his heroics were truly recognized as he was bestowed with t . . .