Premium Only Content

US Navy LT Vincent Capodanno "The Grunt Padre": Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient
In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, we honor the incredible story of US Navy Lieutenant Vincent Capodanno Jr., a Catholic chaplain who sacrificed everything to support his fellow Marines during the Vietnam War. Known as "the Grunt Padre," LT Capodanno's unwavering courage and selflessness on the battlefield saw him being posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. We’ll explore his extraordinary acts of valor, the impact he had on those he served alongside, and his enduring legacy of faith and dedication to duty.
Please view our other video to learn about Medal of Honor heroes.
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons
🔹 Subscribe and click the bell icon for more captivating stories of war heroes and military history.
🔹 Learn more about Vincent Capodanno and other American heroes on our website: www.dutyandvalor.com
🔹 About Duty & Valor:
Duty & Valor is dedicated to honoring and recognizing the sacrifices made by US military veterans by sharing their lesser-known stories. We believe that by sharing these stories, we can deepen the understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices made by our veterans. Whether you're a military veteran, active-duty service member, or simply interested in learning more about the sacrifices made by US military heroes, Duty & Valor Podcast is the perfect resource for you. Join us each week as we honor and acknowledge the sacrifices made by our US military heroes through straightforward storytelling.
📚 Sources:
https://www.milarch.org/father-capodanno/bio/
https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2020/05/24/the-dramatic-story-of-the-priest-who-died-on-a-south-vietnam-battlefield/
https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252023/in-rome-a-setback-for-father-vincent-capodanno-sainthood-cause
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_R._Capodanno
https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/vincent-r-capodanno
https://mohmuseum.org/vincent-r-capodanno/#:~:text=Despite%20his%20wounds%2C%20Capodanno%20then%20dragged%20Sergeant%20Howard,safety%20%E2%80%93%20an%20action%20that%20saved%20Manfra%E2%80%99s%20life.
🎵 Music by Amelie Leclerc. Explore the artist's other music here: https://soundcloud.com/amelieleclerc
🔹 Connect with us on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Duty-Valor-Podcast-100087500959777/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dutyandvalorpodcast
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dutyandvalor
Copyright © 2024 Duty & Valor. All rights reserved.
-
31:34
Friday Beers
14 hours ago $1.84 earnedOur Horrifying Night Drunk Ghost Hunting the Manson Murders
34.1K6 -
4:09
Blackstone Griddles
13 hours agoEndless Summer Smashburgers on the Blackstone Griddle
6.98K2 -
LIVE
BEK TV
23 hours agoTrent Loos in the Morning 7/24/2025
244 watching -
7:02
China Uncensored
15 hours agoWell, I Guess Now We Know...
9.63K20 -
46:10
Members Club
18 hours ago $0.65 earnedThe WNBA Has Demands, TSA Loosens Up, and NYC Has a Whale Whisperer - MC04
8.36K4 -
1:35:15
Man in America
15 hours ago🚨 ALERT: Hospitals in the U.S. Are KILLING Patients… for Their Organs!
81.6K39 -
8:00
DropItLikeItsScott
15 hours ago $0.74 earnedIs This The BEST SIG P365? SIG P365 FUSE
7.27K -
11:55
The Shannon Joy Show
14 hours ago🔥Babies Aborted for Cash.🔥
7.6K -
6:24
Zach Humphries
15 hours agoBreaking Crypto News on Crypto Regulation!
8.39K4 -
15:41
BaldBrad
16 hours agoDeclassified BOMBSHELL: CIA Lied About Trump-Russia! Putin Never Backed Trump | Russiagate Exposed
7.66K6