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Download full resolution image Henry Johnson Fought for his life 100 Years Ago

Henry Johnson Fought for his life 100 Years Ago

New York National Guard Soldier Henry Johnson, a member of the 369th Infantry, became one of the first American heroes of World War I a hundred years ago on May 15, 1918, when he fought off a German raiding party using grenades, his rifle and finally his knife and fists. This fanciful print illustrates that fight which resulted in Johnson being awarded the French Croix De Guerre and eventually-- in 2015-- the Medal of Honor.

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Rockland County Times -- Mon, 22 Dec 2025 9/11 Benefits Expanded For NY National Guard Responders Former members of the Army and Air National Guard, the Naval Militia and New York Guard who were part of the force which responded to 9/11 attacks in New York City have until Sept. 11, 2026... (more)

Times Union -- Mon, 22 Dec 2025 Duty Calls: Four Army National Guard aviation units have new leaders Four New York Army National Guard aviation companies now have new commanders. Capt. John Anderton, of Niskayuna, assumed command of Alpha Company of the 3rd Battalion, 142nd Attack Helicopter... (more)

Olean Times Herald -- Fri, 19 Dec 2025 NY Army National Guard announces promotions Two area residents serving in the New York Army National Guard received promotions, as announced by New York Guard headquarters in Latham. Landon Arnold of Wellsville, assigned to Alpha... (more)

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