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Out of 24 Soldiers awarded the #MedalofHonor during the Valor 24 ceremony in 2014, Master Sgt. Jose Rodela was one of only three living recipients to receive the medal for his actions during the Vietnam War.

Here's his story.

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On Sept. 1, 1969, Rodela’s battalion came under an intense barrage of mortar, rocket and machine gun fire.

Despite wounds to his back and head, Rodela repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire as he single-handedly assaulted and knocked out the B-40 rocket position.

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Master Sgt. Jose Rodela reflects on the heroic actions that earned him the #MedalofHonor, the nation’s highest award for valor.

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Retired Master Sgt. Jose Rodela, recipient of the #MedalofHonor, visits the #VietnamMemorial to locate his fallen Soldiers.

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While Rodela was honored to receive recognition for his actions, he humbly gives credit to the men that he served with during the Vietnam War. “It’s because of them. That’s the only reason why I’m here.”

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On March 18, 2014, President Obama presented 24 Army veterans with the #MedalofHonor in one of the largest Medal of Honor ceremonies in history.

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