Company of Heroes: A Forgotten Medal of Honor and Bravo Company's War in Vietnam

In the midst of chaos and destruction, acts of bravery can often go unnoticed. This is precisely what happened to Army Specialist Leslie Sabo Jr., who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism during the Vietnam War. Sabo's story is one of sacrifice, brotherhood, and survival amidst the horrors of war.

On May 10, 1970, Sabo's patrol was ambushed near a remote border area of Cambodia, marking the beginning of his final hour. The young soldier, only 22 years old and married just 30 days prior, would not return home to his new wife. Despite being mortally injured, he crawled towards an enemy emplacement and threw a grenade into the bunker, sacrificing himself for the safety of his comrades.

This remarkable story is just one of many that can be found in 'Company of Heroes: A Forgotten Medal of Honor,' a book by Eric Poole that recreates the terror of combat amidst the jungles and rice paddies of Vietnam. The book follows Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry (Currahees), 101st Airborne Division, as they fight for survival in some of the war's most intense battles.

Sabo was not alone in his bravery. He was part of a group of replacement soldiers who were thrust into the fray with minimal training and little experience. Yet, despite their lack of seasoning, they fought valiantly, earning the respect of their comrades and the admiration of historians.

This book offers an intimate look at the experiences of just a small number of men from Bravo Company, deep in the jungles of Vietnam and Cambodia. It is a testament to the bonds of brotherhood that formed among these soldiers as they fought for survival day after day.

The story of Leslie Sabo Jr.'s Medal of Honor is one that was forgotten for over three decades. But thanks to Eric Poole's book, his bravery will now be remembered by all.

Company of heroes: a forgotten medal of honor and bravo company's war in vietnam