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Darrel In Edinboro, PA — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:08:54 GMT

The sheer bravery of volunteering to enter a combat zone repeatedly, using a high-value target like a helicopter, and accomplishing the mission at hand, is nothing more than the purest example of why we have the Medal Of Honor.

Ed Freeman is truly an American hero, and more than deserving of this honor.

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Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 20:57:38 GMT

Captain Ed Freeman certainly proved to be a worthy, brave and dedicated soldier. Flying fourteen separate missions and saving all those wounded soldiers. Those men survived because of his valiant efforts. He is truly deserving of the Medal of Honor. We honor and salute him!

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Carly, Washington — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 21:32:48 GMT

I am using this page for a school assignment, and I believe that Captain Freeman was (and is) a truly remarkable person, whom we should all follow examples of! :)

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Kim Allen Pine Mountain Georgia — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 03:27:19 GMT

Ed To Tall Freeman is my uncle.I just got to visit with him and my aunt Barbara last week 7/7/08. He is not only BRAVE but the life of the party. He has told
my family and myself so many stories of the war. He even watched a baby being born on his helicopter. That he said he didn't want to do again!!! I love you
To Tall, see you next year at the family reunion.
Love kim

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SFC Charles Ake, Boise Idaho — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:58:55 GMT

Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Ed Freeman of Boise died Wednesday morning 20 Aug 2008, according to a friend of the Freeman family. He was 80 years old.

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ET1 Conrad Parvin, USN (Ret), Wilder, ID — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 05:06:34 GMT

Idaho and the World has lost a real hero. Right Hand Salute!

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andersson, Hamilton, Montana — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 05:43:29 GMT

The aviation community's lost one of their best. To Barbara and the whole family: Cherish his memory and smile and hold each other dear. Blue skies to the whole bunch of you. Know in your hearts that hundreds of us out here share your loss and salute him ...

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Emily, Meridian, ID — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:16:18 GMT

Ed Freeman was my Great Uncle and he will be missed greatly! Everyone stared in amazement this afternon as the helicopters flew over the Idaho Veterans Memorial Cemetary in rememberance of Uncle Ed. I remember the stories that he would tell and the look of disbelief on my face. Now that I am older I have a greater appreciation for the man and soldier that he was and always will be.
We will miss and love you until we meet again...

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William McLendon, McLain, Mississippi — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:09:53 GMT

Ed Was my Great Great Uncle. I was fortunate to meet him on severl occasions at family reunions. He was a fascinating man with limitless Life. My dad would call him maybe once a week. I joined the army because of him. Soldiers never die They Just Fade away. We will Miss you "Too Tall"

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Tim Adams, Fayetteville, GA — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:06:30 GMT

I salute Ed Freeman for his extraordinary service to our country and touching the lives of so many people. I met Ed Freeman 28 years ago when he my Dad, Charley and Clyde Jones landed at Fort Riley, KS to pick me up for the weekend, which was totally unplanned. They were flying over Kansas from Idaho, while on a mission with the Department of Interior. My Dad, Charley, said, “We’re over Fort Riley, where my Son is stationed”; Ed replied, “Well let’s go get him”. In no time, my First Sergeant told me that VIP’s were waiting for me at the airfield. As I approached them, they were standing next to a small plane grinning from ear to ear because the military took the bluff; not knowing that years later Ed would be awarded the Medal of Honor, truly a VIP. We spent the weekend drinking and fishing; Ed’s humor had me laughing the whole time. A year later we went hunting, again I had a great time sitting around listening to war stories told by Ed and my Dad. Ed had a gift when it came to telling stories. My Dad remained close friends with Ed until his passing. Through my Dad, I was informed of Ed’s extremely deserving recognition for his bravery, his failing health and sadly, within a few minutes, of Ed’s passing. From one soldier to another “Right-hand Salute”.

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JAMES CRAWFORD, MERRITT ISLAND , FL — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 17:36:36 GMT

TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF ED FREEMAN FROM AN OLD COMRAD FROM PANAMA AND THE 11TH AIR ASSAULT [1ST AIR CAV] I SALUTE YOUR MEMORY ED YOU WERE A GREAT AND HONORABLE SOLDIER, WHO ALWAYS DID THE RIGHT THING AT THE RIGHT TIME. YOUR HEROIC EFFORT IN THE IA DRANG WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. TO YOUR SON, REMEMBER THE GO CART IN PANAMA, YOUR DAD BOUGHT IT FROM MY KIDS. REST WELL MY FRIEND YOU DESERVE IT. JAMES C CRAWFORD, LTC CORPS OF ENGINEERS US ARMY RETIRED

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JAMES CRAWFORD, MERRITT ISLAND , FL — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 17:37:34 GMT

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John Dingeman — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:10:41 GMT

May God watch over his family and friends and a salute to Major Freeman. Capt John Dingeman, currently stationed in Baghdad, Iraq

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Mark Pierce, Clarkston, Mi. — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:42:21 GMT

Reading Ed's story in our local paper on Ed receiving the Medal of Honor in 2001 was the main reason i started studying Military History. The book "We Were Soldiers Once and Young" that profiled Ed was one of the best books that i ever read.

God bless you Ed Freeman you are truly a HERO

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Kelley Akin and family New Albany, Mississippi — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 15:08:38 GMT

My heartfelt thanks and gratitude for Ed and his bravery. Every American should know of the Valor and heroism performed by Ed and the values and partriotism he represented.

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BoNe Ashford Kent England — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:21:10 GMT

i am not from america but i have heard so much about Captain Ed Freeman (too tall) and i thought ill say how much i respect him for his bravery and what he did in veitnam.

RESPECT

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John Thelen, Colorado Springs, CO — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 03:43:36 GMT

We are honored to have shared the earth with such men as Ed Freeman, whose example sets a high standard for all of us. Rest in peace and soar with the eagles!
Right hand salute!

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SSG Bill Tubbs, California — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 18:21:01 GMT

And the Greatest Generation continues to lead by example. My appreciation to CPT Ed Freeman for all he did to help keep America strong and free. Just by being himself.

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Bob D. Mullins — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:41:23 GMT

Ed Freeman was an example for us all to follow. He recived the Medal of Honor for doing the right thing.
"Things" are all around us to do each day. He inspires me at every turn. God Bless him and what he stood for. I speak as a retired MSG, 1st Infantry, Vietnam.

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Bob D. Mullins — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:41:24 GMT

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Edward Courtright Oceanside, Ca — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 05:21:21 GMT

Even tho I was in high school at the time Ed Freeman
went to vietnam. I'm very proud to have read this artical. I bet he was a laugh a minute.I sure would have liked to meet him.To his family thank you for a great America hero.

Thank you "TO TALL" God bless you rest in peace

Right hand SALUTE!

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Jody Bills Silver Lake KS — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:35:53 GMT

Imagine you are a young man 18 or 19 years old in IA Drang Valley and you are wounded badly to the point that you are going to die soon if you dont get any help. You here that the battle is so intense that medivac has been cutoff and will not be coming. You slowly start to fade away and except your fate of death in this lonly place. You look up and see a helicopter, it cant be happening, it is not happening because you heard they could not get to you. But it does happen, you are placed on a helicopter that takes you back to the Doctors and Nurses. The helicopter not only does this for you but for many of your friends as well. This is what Ed Freeman did on Nov, 14 1965 in LZXray Vietnam. I am a SFC with 1/1ID and would like to pay as much tribute to Ed Freeman that I can. I will use only a few words to do this. Some of you may understand and some of you may not. Ed I would go to war with you any day. May God rest your soul

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bill.p, cumbria, England — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:11:50 GMT

a true hero amongst hero"s, RIP Tootall

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Bonnie Warren, Johnstown, PA — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:42:26 GMT

My Dad was a WWII vet, stationed on Tinian. B/c of men like Dad and Mr. Freeman, this country stands proud. We are indebted to Mr. Freeman and extend our sympathies and honor to Mr. Freeman's family.

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Ann Lastra, Springfield, Virginia — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:32:02 GMT

May God look after Ed and his family and friends, what a remarkable man. There are thousands of people mourning the loss of such a great hero. I learned about Ed from a friend in Bahrain who served in Vietnam and Korea. Ed's good deeds are remembered by many and he will always remain in our hearts.

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Larry Mabbitt, Mesa, Arizona — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:01:46 GMT

I've just become aware of Ed Freeman and his incredible valor. I must admit that tears came as I read of his courage and as I contemplated the lives he saved and the life he lived. What an example of the word "HERO." I pray for God's peace for Ed's family and for all those who knew him personally. I consider it a privilege to have discovered Ed's legacy.

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Mike Hendricks CMC (ret) USN — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 01:04:34 GMT

Ed, God Bless you, and thank you. No words could ever say or explain what makes men do what you did. Our country is so blessed to have men as your caliber.
Vietnam 1969-70 USN River Div 116 River Assault.

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"T R" PAGE — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:07:25 GMT

I SERVED IN KOREA 55/56/57 (13th HELICOPTER CO.)0NLY THOSE WHO HAVE - been/there/done that - KNOW HOW BRAVE AND GIVING "CHOPPER PILOTS" ARE WHO FLY IN THESE
CONDITIONS = GOD BLESS YOU ED AND YOUR FAMILY I HOPE I GET TO "PULL PITCH" WITH YOU - IN HEAVEN - - TOM "P"

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LTC and Mrs. Blaise X. Schmidt, Washington, D.C. — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:04:01 GMT

I only found out about Ed's death tonight while attending a Band of Brothers symposium at the Army Navy Club, Washington, D.C.

In 2002, while in Stuttgart, Germany, myself and my wife, Patti, had the honor of being the escort for several MOHR including Ed and Barbara Freeman, Hershey and Terry Miyamura, and Walt Ehler. Tey were all down to earth and great Americans who served their country with honor. I tear at the thought of the helicopters flying overhead. Wish we could have been there.

What an honor it was being among the nation's finest heroes! Only 96 MOHR are alive today.

Our condolences to the Freeman family. Please contact us at your convenience.

LTC and Mrs. Blaise X. Schmidt

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James Clarke CM1(EXW/SCW) Va.Beach, Va — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 02:57:08 GMT

Ed is the epitomy of American Honor and courage. This is why the U.S Military is feared and honored by those who fight against it. Selfless actions are not uncommon but they are definately not recognized enough.As long as there are U.S soldiers in battle there will always be someone willing to make the ultimate sacrifice because people who have not served can never understand the loyalty to your brothers in arms. It cannot be explained in any way to give the true power and love so as to understand it wholy unless you have been there. The world is not as good today as it was the day before Ed died. Thanks to Ed's family for giving us this hero to love and honor. Its a debt that can never be repaid for your loss. My families love goes out to all his family. God bless you your in our thoughts.

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JW — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:14:45 GMT

Reading about Ed makes me wish he had been my friend. And yet the remarkable thing is that the men he saved were not friends, just fellow soldiers who needed his help.

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Frank Zintzun, Hemet CA — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:48:22 GMT

I just learned about who Ed "Too Tall" was from a chain email. I will continue to forward it. He is one of the many reasons America is The Land of The Free. Thank you Ed for saving your soldiers and for keeping us safe.

FZ

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SAM — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 21:18:17 GMT

as i read about ED.all i could do was cry...
there is no better job! than to be a solider !!
sam
101 airborne
united states army
these united states of america

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E. Robinson; Flat Rock, MI — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:12:43 GMT

Reading about Ed brings tears to my eyes. I have a brother who was rescued out of the jungle of Vietnam and who knows it might have been an angle like Ed. Not enough recognition, care and thanks can go to our service men. Thank you all!

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Joe, York, PA — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 13:09:07 GMT

Sadly, most Americans will never know a man of this caliber. They are so very rare.

Ed "too tall" freeman stands as an example of what has made this country great. May God rest his soul.

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John Edwards Boise ID — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 01:46:24 GMT

This was a great man with much feeling for the troops. God bless the family, we need more people of this type in the political area. I served with the 1st Cav in Viet Nam and this man was a great leader.

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Tracy Kline, Barton NY — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 21:16:14 GMT

I am so very unfortunate to not have met this true American Hero. In a society like ours where Hollywood fakes and political self servers are idolized I feel the True Heros are somehow left by the wayside. After reading all of the wonderful comments above I am relieved there are some, other than myself, who know the true value of American freedom.
In my earlier years I was honored to meet Colonel Tibbits (Enola Gay) and Gunnery Sgt Hathcock (Marine Sniper). Both left me with a sense of wonder and awe at the people I was following while serving in the US military. While I never, ever lived up to their excellent standards I would like to say I tried my best to emulate them.
For you Too Tall I offer you the best thing I can, my utmost respect and sincere appreciation for all that you did. You will not be forgotten.

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joe hayes, Richmond, Va — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 19:47:10 GMT

I was just getting into DaNang Vietnam in Dec. 65. There were alot of untold heros there in the 26 months I spent there. I will always have my greatest respect and admiration for men like "Too Tall".

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James Reed — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 02:21:00 GMT

I hope that my two sons Major Reed USA and Sgt Reed USA never need medevac services. If they ever do I hope that there are men such as you to attend their needs. I regret that my ststus as a Former Air Force Sgt no longer allows me to render or receive the greetings of warriors. RVN 1967-1968

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Doc T — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:28:41 GMT

As a former Recon medic with the 101st in Vietnam I can appreciate, and am amazed at Tootall's bravery. It is so easy to knock down a slick, to perform repeated hot LZ extractions and re-supplies is amazing. I was always very happy to hear those rotors getting louder!

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Jim S LTC (Ret) US Army — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:14:45 GMT

To (Former AF Sgt) Reed. Just by having served in the military, regardless of the branch, you still deserve the respect and greetings from all of us (past, former members). My dad was a former AF Sgt, and served in Korea and WWII. Please don't sell yourself short. Here is a salute to you. Remember "We Were all Soldiers Once, and Young". I served with Ed's Battalion as a helicopter pilot from 66-67.

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Ed Warren, Denville, NJ — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:37:56 GMT

Everyone who has posted here that has served our country in battle is a hero as far as I am concerned. God bless you all!

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Michael Verrengia, CA USCG 69-73 — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:46:03 GMT

God bless men and women like "Too Tall", who have the right stuff. For all my fellow veterans, whatever branch of service, "A Job Well Done".

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Bob Hervey, Lebanon, Tn. — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:40:50 GMT

I salute you Ed Freeman. We are honored by you and those who have given of them selves to secure our great country.

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TROY SWANSON, WAYZATA,MN — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:04:37 GMT

ALL I CAN DO IS CRY AS I READ THESE, THANK YOU ED AND TO ALL THOSE WHO WEAR THE UNIFORM. THERE IS A REASON THIS COUNTRY IS GREAT. TROY SWANSON (USAF 82-86)
THANK YOU FATHER GOD FOR YOUR CONTINUED BLESSINGS ON OUR GREAT NATION, AMEN

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Sgt Bill Adam — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 11:42:50 GMT

As a Air Force Sgt during the Vietnam war I was always impressed with these brave copter pilots who would routinely risk their own lives to save others. God Bless Ed and his comrades .

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John St.Clair, Dallas, TX — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:59:45 GMT

I once said to someone "Your freedom was paid for by others and loaned to you. What have you done lately to repay that debt?"

Ed Freeman is the perfect example of those that have paid that debt and that all of us owe heavily.

Thank you sir.

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Michael Abandond — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:24:49 GMT

I wonder if George Clooney, Sean Penn or Tim Robbins would have volunteed to fly in with Ed Freeman. Probably not...

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Sam Jones, Bedford, Indiana — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:24:58 GMT

Dear Ed, I know the Lord is holding you in his Honor, and he is looking over your family too.

Adios, Good Job, Good and faithful servant.

Sam Jones

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Joe Luster Cincinnati, Ohio — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:08:24 GMT

I served as a grunt with the First Air Cav in Vietnam 69 & 70. My hat is off to all chopper crews who flew in under fire to support the ground troops. Without Air medi-vac I may have bled to death on the Cambodian invasion. Ed was the cream from the cream of the crop. I am sure that God Almighty met you at the pearly gates with a "WELCOME HOME BROTHER" greeting

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W. Blanchetti Fork Union, Virginia — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:56:37 GMT

Ed Freeman was a man's man. I am sad to hear the news of his passing, but I know he is flying in God's "Air Cav" now. His bravery under fire has allowed new generations of Americans to be born into the land of the free. We are free because of service men and women like "Too Tall" who gave their full measure because it needed to be done.GOD BLESS YOU and your family. You will not be forgotten.

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A Markowski, Austalia — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:35:09 GMT

As an Australian ex-soldier in Army Aviation in the mid sixties,I understand the difficulties of flying choppers by the seat of your pants,let alone in a hot LZ. Your bravery and Valour are aspired to by all soldiers. God may call upon you to fly again and evac all the lost souls that have done their time. Your spirit will live on forever.

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Bruce Kepley — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 17:49:48 GMT

I've had one uncle and one cousin who where in the thick of the fighting in Vietnam, both on choppers, both door gunners...my uncle was shot down three times, once in a rice paddy, got both the pilot and the black box out (trained to do this)...for this he was awarded the Bronze Star but never discussed this...I didn't know until 2002 that this had even happened, when I found his name on the internet...my cousin was also shot down twice but came closest to death in a land mine that his truck ran over...they never talk about this much, and only after coaxing do they reveal any facts...to men like Mr. Freeman and my uncle and cousin I say a simple thank you, you come from a special cut of cloth...but isn't that the true fabric of America really?...that's how this company was founded, became strong and will remain strong...God bless you all...

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Martin Bailey Houston,TX — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:16:41 GMT

What a GREAT AMERICAN and HERO! Guys like Ed Freeman are few and far between and I for one am glad to have the opportunity to recognize him and experience the freedom he fought so hard for us to enjoy!

From a retired Marine and CoastGuardsman

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Jim Szudarek, Hinsdale, IL — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:58:22 GMT

ED is a man that I wish I had known. He is an American Hero who cared more for others than himself.
God Bless his family for we know that his is with GOD.

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Lorraine. Boise, Idaho. — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:34:28 GMT

Thank you, Sir.

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Judith L. Burns — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:55:39 GMT

Just rec'd an e-mail today telling me about Ed Freeman. I wish I could have met him....a great
man and a terrific family. My heartfelt condolences
to all of you. Sincerely wishing you all the best,
just as he would have wanted for you. Judy

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Mark, Greensboro NC — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 19:36:37 GMT

I am so glad he got to come home and live out a nice life after the hell he and the other soldiers endured. This man is a true hero. I did my service in the cold war years. I have great respect for men of high character like this old soldier.

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Lisa Christianson, Las Vegas, NV — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:59:47 GMT

Thank you Captain Freeman for your service and your sacrifice. My two sons are active duty military, one a pilot. As I read your story, I imagined them experiencing what you experienced and it's almost impossible to fathom. God bless you and your family. Thank you, sir...rest in peace.

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S. Cadwell; San Diego, CA. — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:42:19 GMT

My eyes teared up when I learned of Mr. Freeman's passing. I did not know him. I was not in the military. May God take a handfull of selfless men and women, with the same bravery as Mr. Freeman, and place them on the frontlines of the U.S.A., to help lead this great country out of harms way.

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Eric Hanner, Mukwonago, WI — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 15:00:16 GMT

The uncommon courage displayed by Major Freeman stands as an example of the greatest of individuals among us. I am saddened by news of his passing.

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Bob Hluhanich, Minneola, Fl. — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:22:16 GMT

Those who "do", are the quietiest of all. Others have to tell their stories. How wonderful it would have been, during these differcult times, if this HEROS story was the headline for our national papers. What an encouragement to our comrades in arms, current and former, this would have been.

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Graham Harding, McHenry, Illinois — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 13:54:55 GMT

The world and America has truely lost a hero. The fact that the passing of such a great and true American hero. Went unnoticed by so many people .And the fact that Britney Spears seen getting coffee at Starbucks makes front page news.Just reading about Ed Freemans story.And the courage and bravery Ed showed that day.For his fellow soldiers to me THAT is front page news.My condolences go out to his family and friends. rest in peace Ed THANK YOU

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Verle Randolph, Owasso, Ok — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 15:59:43 GMT

It has been my privilege to meet four Medal of Honor recipient in my lifetime. Unfortunately Ed Freeman was not one of them. All I have met have been the kind of person you want to know and would want to have your back regardless of which service. Selfless service and disregard for their own safety to help others.

March 25th is National Medal of Honor day in the United States. It is celebrated in only three locations across the USA. If you are near one of these locations attend the event, you will not regret it. You may get to meet a Recipient.

Semper Fi

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ATC (AW/NAC) Ritchie USN retired — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:38:47 GMT

I Sir

thank you for your example of what all of us should do to help our fellow man. Think not of what might happen to you but what would you like done for you if it was you. I too salute you and your family for yours and thier service to our country

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Steve Nelson, Highland, NY — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:27:34 GMT

I served in Vietnam 69-70 recon with the 5th Inf Div- I Corp. I know how good it feels to first hear that chopper pilot on the radio coming to get you and then to see it settle and you can jump on. That feeling that "it's over, I'm in the hands of this pilot now" is a great feeling and Ed Freeman gave that feeling to many men during that battle!
Yes Jody Bills, I agree 100% with you..I'd go to war with Ed anytime. There's not much better one combat vet can say about another!
Thank you Ed!

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Vernon Maldonado, Albuquerque, NM — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:32:02 GMT

Ed is the best of the best. We salute him for his bravery.

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Steve Henderson, Colorado Springs, Colorado — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 17:59:29 GMT

Ed "Too Tall" Freeman was bigger than life and his courageous valor in the Ia Drang on 14 November 1965 should have been part of the movie "We Were Soldiers...." eventhough he only received the MOH in 2001!

My Dad was a Pearl Harbor survivor and bigger and bigger than life too, so I know who is absolutely bigger than life and Too Tall was one, for sure.

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Billy Sykes — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:25:18 GMT

This country needs more men with the same fiber as Brother Freeman.Thank you sir for your compassion toward you fellow man.
U.S.Army
1965-67

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Terry E. George, New Bethlehem, PA — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 02:15:40 GMT

I salute Ed "Too Tall" Freeman. There are always those that "rise above" the call of duty. I served aboard a ship in the Tonkin Gulf in 1968. My ship USS Jouett DLG-29 was involved in the rescue of 8 pilots and RIO's that were shot down during our line period. The ship also was involved in the night rescue of a pilot and RIO by Lt. Clyde Lassen. Lt. Lassen also received the MOH for his rescue. I did not know Lt. Lassen but just being aboard the ship that he landed on gives me great pride in knowing that we were there when we were needed.
To Ed Freeman and Clyde Lassen I say "Well Done". Our country is a better place because of men like them. If our governing officials were half the people that these men were our country would be an even better place.

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Adele Willenbecher, Ambler, PA — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:01:42 GMT

Rest in Peace. And thank you for your service and courage.

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Hannah Reichel, Lynchburg, VA — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:28:40 GMT

Thank God for great men.

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harris powell, LaGrange, Ga. — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 18:05:51 GMT

I wish to salute you also, too tall! I was in the A.F. During the Korea conflict. I wish I could have met you. Bless all who read these blogs.

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Robert H. Thames,Jr. — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:23:25 GMT

RIP Sir.

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Jay Garrett, Maryville, TN — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:22:07 GMT

God Bless You Ed Freeman! You truly have touched the lives of many!
Thank you!

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Sam, Klamath Falls, OR — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:40:12 GMT

Hi Ed, As a retired MSGT in the USAF I will very proud to salute you when the roll is called up yonder.

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DAVE LANDRY COSBY TN — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:08:39 GMT

I WAS JUST 5 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME THIS TOOK PLACE, MY FATHER FLEW THE B-52 D AND HAD 475 MISSIONS OVER VEITNAM. WE LOST ALOT OF GOOD FRIENDS I JUST HEARD HE PASSED AWAY, I KNOW IN MY HEART THE LORD WAS WITH HIM THAT DAY AND BLESSED HIM AND OTHERS BRINGING THEM TO SAFETY, MY LIFE THE WAY IT IS IS FREE DO TO ALL THAT SERVED IN THE MILITARY MAY THE LORD BLESS HIM HOLD HIM TIGHT HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND HIS REWARD IS FAR GREATER THAN WHAT MAN CAN GIVE HIM.

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John Doe, Seattle, Wash — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 16:26:50 GMT

This was emailed to me, validity unknown.

You're an 19 year old kid. You're critically wounded, and dying in the jungle in the Ia Drang Valley , 11-14-1965, LZ X-ray, Vietnam . Your infantry unit is outnumbered 8 - 1, and the enemy fire is so intense, from 100 or 200 yards away, that your own Infantry Commander has ordered the MediVac helicopters to stop coming in. You're lying there, listening to the enemy machine guns, and you know you're not getting out. Your family is 1/2 way around the world, 12,000 miles away, and you'll never see them again. As the world starts to fade in and out, you know this is the day.
Then, over the machine gun noise, you faintly hear that sound of a helicopter, and you look up to see an un-armed Huey, but it doesn't seem real, because no Medi-Vac markings are on it.
Ed Freeman is coming for you. He's not Medi-Vac, so it's not his job, but he's flying his Huey down into the machine gun fire, after the Medi-Vacs were ordered not to come.
He's coming anyway.
And he drops it in, and sits there in the machine gun fire, as they load 2 or 3 of you on board.
Then he flies you up and out through the gunfire, to the Doctors and Nurses.
And, he kept coming back.... 13 more times..... And took about 30 of you and your buddies out, who would never have gotten out.
Medal of Honor Recipient, Ed Freeman,died last Wednesday at the age of 80, in Boise , ID ......May God rest his soul.....

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Robert Blake, Bedford, TX — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:07:19 GMT

I received a note from a friend concerning the passing of Ed Freeman, Medal Of Honor winner for action during the battle of the Ia Drang Valley, chronicled by Col Hal Moore in his book “We Were Soldiers Once and Young”. My reaction was disgust about the lack of any mention of his passing in the media when compared to all the items of monumental inconsequence with which we are daily bombarded.

The thought occurred that there were potentially 30+ young lives that were saved by Freeman’s bravery that day; young men that had the potential to go on and lead productive lives and contribute to society in some meaningful way.

The additional thought occurred that it would interesting if some of these young men who were soldiers once and young could be traced to learn how their survival has impacted the world.

One more thought (my limit is three at any given time): how bout we start with the an email list of Old Army buddies, all of which each have their own extensive list and start circulating a request to see if we can track down some of those young soldiers.

Perhaps nothing shall come of the effort and perhaps I am out of line for prying into the lives of men for whom that young soldier being lifted out of a hot LZ is just a dim memory, but it seems to me that finding just one of those Old Soldiers and hearing his story would be a fitting tribute to the heroism displayed by Ed Freeman.

Lets also not forget that there was not just one pilot out there that day. There were three more. Bruce Crandall, Ed Freeman’s Commander, and two co-pilots whose names I do not know, were equally heroic.

If you think this appropriate send the note along to your email list and hopefully the message will be read by one of Freeman’s young soldiers. They could then respond with their personal tribute to a Great American Hero.

Thanks,

Bob Blake
CW4 USAR (Ret)

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Vinnie DeCristoforo, New Jersy — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 21:30:51 GMT

I served in Vietnam 1969 in the Marines this is a heart warming story about a man at the end of his career put his life on the line and went way above the call of duty to help others.We all salute you as a brother.

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Ron Jones Kennewick, Washington — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:06:31 GMT

I Salute you Capt. Freeman.

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Shari Barnhardt, Seattle WA — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:57:56 GMT

To Robert Blake, Bedford TX, who posted his thoughts on 4-8-09: A dear friend (2nd Lt. Robert R. Leisy- KIA 12-2-1969) died saving his platoon in Vietnam and was awarded the Medal of Honor. Over three years ago, many members of his platoon flew out here to honor him and meet his hometown friends. The "Seattle Post-Intelligencer" covered this evolving story in several articles.

Ed Freeman and Bob Leisy share more than being recipients of the Medal of Honor. Both men left a deep and lifelong effect on those who knew them.

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Matt, Annapolis, MD — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:39:13 GMT

All I can say is Thank You. To Mr. Freeman and all other military personnel...Thank You for the life and freedom that your personal sacrifices have afforded me. THANK YOU ALL

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Mike Sullivan, Mineola,NY — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 12:35:33 GMT

I am thankful for Too Tall's sake that he did not live to see the situation in our country now, with a President and Commander-in-Chief who is not only dragging us towards a Marxist State, but who bows down to Saudi shieks and then denies it, even as we can all see the video showing he did exactly that. Rest in Peace Ed Freeman. You deserve to.

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Michael Smith, Cheyenne, WY. — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:11:08 GMT

It's nice to finally see that a news agency (program) is finally recognizing the people that have not only proven themselves in battle, but to also stand as an example for others to follow. Isn't it better to report the goodness of people along with the worst?

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Jimmasi — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:17:55 GMT

A Great American Hero---"Too Tall"

Semper Fi
Always Marine

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DON HEINZ — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:31:35 GMT

THANKS TOO TALL !

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Corydon, Iowa — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:07:05 GMT

Thankyou Ed. God Bless You.

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Mike Sandbergen Purmerend Netherlands — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:12:29 GMT

"Too Tall" God bless you and your family rest in peace!
Salute----"Snake Mike"

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Frank Buck, Buena Park, CA — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 10:29:48 GMT

Thank you Ed.

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Greg , Georgetown , In — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 12:57:14 GMT

When it's my time to go I hope the Lord sends Ed to shuttle my soul. I know it will get there...
Drive on Ed...

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Harold J Denver, Colorado — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:25:31 GMT

Too Tall, I would have flown with you anywhere, any time, any mission. I am a USN Veteran and I mourn your passing. Army - Navy - Air Force - Marines - Coast Guard ........ We Are Family

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Nick Brizzi, Boise, ID — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:58:17 GMT

I was fortunate to have been at more than one gathering here in Boise, along with my Grandson, where Ed Freeman was honored. May his soul and the souls of all the departed American Military Heroes rest in peace.

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Nancy Vetter, Charlottesville, Virginia — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:53:39 GMT

It's sad that this kind of news doesn't make the front pages of every newspaper in our country. So many people, like Mr. Freeman, lay down their lives without thought to their own families and future. They don't call them heroes for nothing.

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Steve Nicolls, Diamnond Springs, CA — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 14:15:06 GMT

May we never forget the quiet hero's that effected so many lives

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David W, Williams Yonkers, New York — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 17:08:07 GMT

Dear ED, I was in the Navy from (1962-1965) but did not make it over to Viet Nam so I saluate for carrying the load. I was stationed on the USS Lexigton where it was safe. Maybe one day we can meet up their with you.

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Ron Sramek (Aka) Ron Konieczak — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 03:52:30 GMT

To most of Ed Freemans family and friends, he was most likely was a Warrent Officer while flying Dust Off,s in Nam those years. Lately I have been very annoyed by the use of the word "Hero" that now days is being used when no "Heroic" action took place. There is an enormous differance between a "Hero" and a Grunt doing his job. The Iraq blunder has this country fooled into thinking anyone sent to a War Zone is a hero. Hero's are few and far apart and to have lived thru it is very rare. I was in Nam with the Big Red One Infantry Div. I was awared a Purple Heart but I was NOT a Hero that WO Ed Freeman was, Not even close. I would have loved to have talk to this real Hero. It brings tears to my eyes just thinking about it. And all you people talking about this God garbage, I was the Atheist in the fox-hole, that most people say does not exist. Yes we are out there just doing our job. Mr Edward Freeman was the real thing, and someone I really respect and honor. Ron Sramek, SFC, Vietnam 1965-1966 Phouc Vin' Vietnam. Retired after 23 years 1977.

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Jose Largaespada — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 06:27:49 GMT

God gives us Angles and Mr.Ed Freeman is certinally one of them. My heart and prayers go out to the family of this great person, we LOVE You! There is no greater love than the love you have demonstrated towards mankind. You live forever!

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Kevin Reeves Ft. Walton Bch. FL — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 14:52:39 GMT

This guy was a true AMERICAN HERO. Reading about him makes the hair stand up on the back of your neck. My father was in the Air Force so I grew up knowing that we lived in a protected country, where freedom was held by strong men and women. GOD BLESS AMERICA!

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Robert Sweeney, Covington, GA — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:37:00 GMT

My dad was flown out of a bad situation in Viet-Nam in 1966, it probably wasn't To Tall, but I'm sure that pilot too stood tall. There is no celebrity or person of interest that I'd more like to run into than a CMH recepient. I save my awe for them any who serve. All gave some, some gave ALL!!!

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Brad, Abrams, WI — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:10:17 GMT

It would have been an honor to call Ed Freeman a friend. He is an inspiration for today's younger generation of what it means to be a responsible and honorable American. May God bless Ed's family for all time and thank you for sharing his life story with the rest of us. He will always be a hero.

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Dale Endress Henry IL — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:06:38 GMT

I served in a field hospital (1st Infranty Division)and loaded many casualities on and off choppers. I have tremendous respect for the medics and the skills of the pilots. May God bless each of you for your unfailing bravery.

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Cliff, Alexandria, VA — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:40:48 GMT

Man, am I humbled. I was in the Army from 68-71, on orders to VietNam once but ended up in Germany instead. I lost a good high school buddy who was a helicopter pilot in VN, and have always felt guilty for not doing more. Now, reading about Too Tall, I can barely control my emotions, and I'm at work so need to. Those of us who just "paid our dues" can never match the sacrifice and heroism of the ones who had been there and done that. I can only marvel at the courage and selflessness of someone like Too Tall. God has His plan for all of us, and fortunately His plan includes such men as Ed Freeman.

God Bless you Too Tall!

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Rachael Mahaffey Grinnell Iowa — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:43:02 GMT

I have just read the story of "Two Tall" Ed Freeman and have tears running down my cheeks. I am a patriot that gets a lump in her throat everytime I hear the Star Spangled Banner. I can imagine the celebration in Heaven when such a fine man entered the gates. 'HISTORY DOES NOT LONG ENTRUST THE CARE OF FREEDOM TO THE WEAK AND TIMID'
General Dwight D. Eisenhower
Because of men like Ed we have our Freedom. My father was a bombadier in the US Army Air Corp during WWII and I love and respect anyone that is willing to give so I can remain free.
Bless you Ed your memory lives on.

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Jackie L. Persiani, Ashland, West Virginia — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:44:06 GMT

I'm crying as I sit here writing this comment...Thanks Ed for your service.....without knowing you I would think that you would say that you were no hero....but I disagree....you were a great hero.

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Samantha, Fairview, MO — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:23:20 GMT

Ed Freeman "To Tall" died on Wednesday April 15 2009. We have lost a true hero.

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Peter D Russell-Blackburn, Blackburn Lancashire United Kingdom — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 09:52:25 GMT

Ed Freeman has been placed in the spotlight here in the UK by a fellow helicopter pilot (Sasless/Pprune.org) who has sung his praise for the deeds he carried out in the Vietnam War, after reading all the entries here, I to have very watery eyes, this man rightly deserves the title of Hero from all of us, for his selfless deeds that saved young soldiers lives.

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Nancy L, Augusta, GA — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:59:31 GMT

Does anyone know the names of the soldiers he medevac'd out? I wonder how they lived their lives. Hopefully as honorably as Ed Freeman.

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Gene Schmidt, St. Louis, Mo — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 14:25:54 GMT

How do men like that face almost certain death to try to save others? It is truly amazing how that happens. Where do they get that kind of courage?

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Pam Focht, Atlanta, Ga. — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 15:06:36 GMT

I received an awesome email today, April 17,2009 in memory of"Ed Freeman HERO" who passed away in August 2009. I was shocked that I had never heard of this Heroic Soldier,in which I am not proud of. The fact that I am receiving this email,this many months from his passing is a wonderful memorium via internet friends. What a wonderful HERO!!!

God Bless his family.

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David E. Dangar Sr, Woodstock, GA- USN Tonkin Gulf 1969 — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:12:04 GMT

This man, Ed Freeman, personifies the term "Role Model". He like all others who have stood forth, apart and at the forefront of harms way should be remembered each and every day. We as individulas and as a Nation must never forget these men. To his family, keep close and guard your memories for in so doing he will always be present.

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Henry Smith, Birmingham, England. UK. — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 16:13:08 GMT

A job well done God bless you and all like you. Above all else Ed you made a diference R.I.P.

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Jerry Celentano — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:22:20 GMT

I served in Viet Nam in 1968 way down in the delta. I was a crew chief/door gunner on a Huey. This is the first time of hearing about Too Tall Ed Freeman. I feel so proud knowing of his great service and dedication to country and to his fellow solders. May the Lord comfort his family and all who knew him, knowing he's with the Father.

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John Eralie CSM (Ret) US Army — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:37:44 GMT

I served in the Army in Vietnam 69 & 70. I would like to express my condolences to Captain Ed Freeman’s family and take this opportunity to pay my utmost respects to CPT Freeman for his service to his country. And should no one forget the valor and heroism performed by Ed as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. May God bless the family.

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Bill Arnold, Redmond, WA. — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:41:52 GMT

As a Vietnam verteran myself I have a tremendous respect and admiration for all Huey pilots of that war. I was transported many times via the infamous Huey's and these pilots were fearless, but more importantly damn good! And after reading this amazing story of Ed Freeman I find myself tremling with tears in my eyes. God Bless you Ed and all you did for the cause.

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Dan Stephens, Georgia — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:46:08 GMT

Thanks for ED Freeman and for all chopper pilots that followed.
United States Army – SP4
Vietnam tour of duty: 1969-1970
Americal Division
1st/52nd/198th Light Infantry Brigade ‘Grunts’; Delta Company
A.O. / Cam-Ranh Bay, DaNang, Chu Lai, Happy Valley.
With the grace of God we walked into the valley.
Knowing, all may not walk out, we were nineteen…once.
Forever, Brothers of the Valley.

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Cheryl, Toledo, Ohio — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 02:34:11 GMT

I was not in Vietnam but flew a newer Huey for the Air Force for a few years. Many of our instructors were Vietnam veterans and they were fearless. At airshows, veterans would often visit our helicopter with strong emotions showing in their eyes. I'm sure many of them had had experiences with them in Vietnam and some told us about them. Now I'm an AFROTC instructor and was just telling my class about living Medal of Honor recipients last week. Next week, I'll be sure to remind them of CPT Freeman. I only found out about his passing due to an email from my Uncle. May your soul rest in peace CPT Freeman.

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Ron Harwood, Katy, TX — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:16:36 GMT

I also salute you, Too Tall. All of us grunts in RVN depended on the Huey pilots not only for Medevacs, but also for our C-rations, water, ammo, mail and an occasional change of jungle fatiques--in other words, our life constantly depended on them. God bless you, Ed.

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Donna McClure, Healdsburg, CA — Fri, 08 May 2009 00:30:47 GMT

I am sorry to say I just found out about this true American hero. May he rest in peace.

My Dad & uncles all served in WWII, they were a great bunch of guys. I was so lucky to have them & their friends in my life. Dad was in the Air Corps, one uncle in the Marines, the others were soldiers.

We can never thank all those that have served or are serving enough.

Ed is the kind of man I would have been proud to know.
Thanks again.

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Ty Schindler-------------Sacramento, CA — Sun, 10 May 2009 14:56:29 GMT

What an awesome guy!!

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Fred Forman Princeton,BC, Canada — Tue, 12 May 2009 23:19:27 GMT

I had read several articles and books about the Ia Drang before Mr Moores book came out. When I watched the movie it felt as though I was losing friends.
I was impressed by the actor playing the part of Ed Freeman and I have read of other actions by Mr Freeman during the Viet Nam War.
Ed Freeman, although I was only a "Saturday Soldier" and a tanker, I too salute you and will remember you for the few years I have left.

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james lamm — Tue, 19 May 2009 22:04:38 GMT

i am james lamm of raleigh nc, i was also station with the 1st cavarly, i was there in 1966, return for my second tour in 1968, yes too tall, was a hero, me serving on the front line as a forward obersver, i saw many heros, people like too tall made my two tours all worth while, i am proud to of served in vietam with so many ( too talls )

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Jeff Bond, Grand Valley, Ontario, Canada — Thu, 21 May 2009 12:48:49 GMT

I am a police officer in Ontario Canada. Last week I visited Washington DC for the National Peace Officers Memorial. Among the sights I visited were Arlington Cemetery as well as the World War 2, Korean and Vietnam memorials. I truly respect a Nation that honours and remembers it's Heroes like Ed Freeman. God Bless America and God Bless Ed Freeman.

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David Fishback Boise Idaho — Sun, 24 May 2009 17:36:01 GMT

Ed eventhough you will not nread thisletter, i want you to know i will never forget you and you are in my prayers everyday. I never worked with a better man or pilot in my life. I will always be your swamper as you so named me on one of the fires we worked together. I will never forget you or thye good times we had together. Thanks for being my friend.

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Richard W. Jung, Holden, MO — Tue, 26 May 2009 02:16:45 GMT

Ed "Too Tall" Freeman, Rest in peace mighty warrior, did not knowyou in this life but look forward to meeting you, "up stairs", some day. Right-hand salute!

Richard W. Jung, 1st Sgt, U.S. Army, Retired (59-99)

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Victor Doc Ward, Fort Rucker, AL — Tue, 26 May 2009 18:04:23 GMT

I served 15 years as a flight medic and have flown all types of life saving mission. My hat is off to all chopper crews who flew in under fire to save a life. God Bless You "TOO TALL" i would be glad to clear your six in heaven..........

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David E Fishback Boise Idaho — Thu, 28 May 2009 19:22:14 GMT

Ed it was an honor working with you throughout the years at Boise while you were in the BLM and then at OAS. I will never forget the stories and laughs we had through all those years.Flying with you and fighting forest fires together will always be with me. No matter how tired we were you always had something to say that cheered everyone up or doubled them up laughing. To this day I am still known by some people by the name you gave me on a fire in Utah. My swamper! God bless you always and you will be in my daily prayers till the day I die, as well as for your family and their great loss. I have read your book you signed and gave me many times, you sir were truly a hero.

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george forsberg — Fri, 29 May 2009 05:54:54 GMT

we will miss you, dear friend; but as you know, we will be together again... your sgtmaj, george forsberg

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Barry Inman, Wichita Kansas — Fri, 29 May 2009 14:58:12 GMT

Thank you for your service Ed Freeman, Semper Fidelis.

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Beverly Cope, Oklahoma City, OK — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:40:19 GMT

I am brought to tears reading Ed's story. His passing is our loss, Heaven's gain. I believe God was right there at The River, waiting to clasp Ed in His embrace, with a thundering "Well done, my friend, well done." God bless you all, and all the other "Ed's" out there who were never recognized for their incredible bravery. You are all American Heroes, and I thank you.

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kevin quinn Central point, Oregon — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 04:08:05 GMT

Everytime I hear a Huey fly over head I will think of this man. Not many can walk in his shoes. A right hand salute to you my hero.

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Carol Du Kett-Cotts, Grand Junction, Colorado — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 03:24:46 GMT

My dad was an F4 pilot in the VN conflict. It is with great humility that I saw to Ed "Too Tall" Freeman, a heartfelt and sincere "thank you for your service." May you rest in God's blessings. You have indeed "slipped the surly bonds of earth...reached out, and touched the face of God."

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David Zion, Salkum WA — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 01:56:16 GMT

Thank you Ed, and thanks to all the veterans and active duty service men and women. I did not serve but I am immensely proud of what you have accomplished. My Father and uncles all served in Vietnam, two of my brothers served in Korea. It is stories of Ed and many others that I wish to pass to my children so they will understand what it means to be an American and to who we are in debt for that privilege. God’s love and protection to Ed and his family.

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Jess L. Babb, Aubun, GA. — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:42:56 GMT

Thank you Ed "Too Tall"! Our real HEROs often go un-noticed. In truth most of'um prefer it that way, seems to be a character thing! I am also a veteran, but never met combat, probably because of people like "Too Tall" who were standing in front of me! I now have a grandson in the heat of Afghanistan; I pray that men of your Strength and Character surround him night and day. GOD Bless!

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Boyd Martin Frankfort Ind ( former 1st Calvary Division) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:32:12 GMT

A brave man, a tough soldier and a great american..thank you Ed Freeman

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John D. — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:00:19 GMT

An amazing man and a true hero but I am sure he did not see himself as a hero but just as a compassionate man who knew he had to do something to save fellow soldiers. As a fellow Vet, I salute you...God rest his soul, we need more like him....

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Hall — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:34:44 GMT

A True American Hero...
You’re an 19 year old kid. You’re critically wounded, and dying in the jungle in the Ia Drang Valley , 11-14-1965, LZ X-ray, Vietnam . Your infantry unit is outnumbered 8–1, and the enemy fire is so intense, from 100 or 200 yards away, that your own Infantry Commander has ordered the MediVac helicopters to stop coming in.

You’re lying there, listening to the enemy machine guns, and you know you’re not getting out. Your family is half way around the world—12,000 miles away—and you'll never see them again. As the world starts to fade in and out, you know this is the day.

Then, over the machine gun noise, you faintly hear that sound of helicopter, and you look up to see an un-armed Huey, but it doesn't seem real, because no Medi-Vac markings are on it.

Ed Freeman is coming for you. He’s not Medi-Vac, so it’s not his job, but he’s flying his Huey down into the machine gun fire, after the Medi-Vacs were ordered not to come.

He’s coming anyway.

And he drops it in, and sits there in the machine gun fire, as they load 2 or 3 of you on board.

Then he flies you up and out through the gunfire, to the doctors and nurses.

And, he kept coming back…13 more times…and took about 30 of you and your buddies out, who would never have gotten out.

Medal of Honor Recipient, Ed Freeman, died Wednesday, March 25th, 2009 at the age of 80, in Boise, ID….

The Media didn't give him the coverage he deserves! Ed, may God have mercy on your soul and grant you eternal rest.

THANKS AGAIN ED FOR WHAT YOU DID FOR OUR COUNTRY.
RIP and Godspeed

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Nate PC, FL — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:24:28 GMT

Thank you Mr. Freeman.

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Dennis L. Tredinnick, Glen Gardner,New Jersey — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:29:25 GMT

I served in the U.S. Army from 1966 till 1969 during the Vietnam war. I lost a cousin who was with the Special Forces in Khe Sanh in 1968. I first read about Ed in a small article on a web site. I got interested in his valor and looked into his service. What a hero Captain Ed W. Freeman and his commanding officer Major Bruce P. Crandall were flying into a combat zone time and time again. Just to think about all the lives they both saved through their valor. I salute Ed and Bruce and send my best to their families and friends. Both men finally received the highest honor (The Medal of Honor) our nation could give them for their valor on that November day in 1965, 44 years ago. May God Bless both of them and their families.

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Joe Hedash, Slatington, PA — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 01:40:14 GMT

Thank you Ed for all you have done to inspire our young people to defend our country. My son will be attending West Point on Monday. He sent me the story of your passing. It always amazes me when the media will talk for days about the passing of some degenerate Hollywood movie or music star, but will ignore the country's real heroes. Thank God for people like Ed Freeman. May he be forever flying that bird in heaven.

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Paupack, PA — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:37:52 GMT

The Media worships and idolizes Michael Jackson after his death but not a mention of "Too Tall"

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Marty Angell, EMC(SS) USN, Cloquet, Minnesota — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:56:05 GMT

Ed's family. I've just now found out about Ed's exploits. As a submariner on top secret patrols during vietnam, I understand danger. To have done what ed did at La Drang Valley that day is remarkable. Right Hand Salute, Ed. God bless your family.

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Peter Marx, League City, Texas — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:17:52 GMT

My daughter sent me the story of 'Too Tall' Freeman this morning as a special gift for the Fourth of July. Reading about his incredible valor, a rush of memories came to mind. After having flown over 100 combat sorties in the AC 130 gunship in Vietnam, I returned stateside by way of Travis AFB, San Francisco, headed for Maine to see my wife and newly born daughter. Leaving the base, we were met by a throng of hecklers, shouting at us and spitting on us. The spit had long dried when I got to Maine, and it did not stop my wife to run up and embrace me. I had been thinking often about the many service men who conducted themselves with honor, yet were greeted so rudely at home. Now that I am nearly 70 years old I would proudly do it all again, if someone only would ask. It was an honor to defend and fight for Americans' freedom, ...spitters included.

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Brent Anders, Manhattan, KS — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:49:46 GMT

Many thanks go out to him and his family. Rest in Peace.

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Mr Tom Ripley, Catterick Garrison, United Kigdom. — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:25:45 GMT

As a veteran of the British Army for 27 years and having served in every major conflict since the Falklands War up to and including Op Telic (Iraq) 2003, I can tell you from personel experiance the sound of a helicopter rotas is a huge moral boost co's you know you’re getting ammo & water fresh troops and your wounded buddies and KIA's out of danger. I take my hat off to you sir and will lay a poppy for your memory at this years Remembrance Day Parade.

TO FALLEN SOLDIER LET US SING
WHERE NO ROCKETS FLY OR BULLETS WING
OUR BROKEN BROTHERS LET US BRING
TO THE MANSIONS AF THE LORD

NO MORE BLEEDING NO MORE FIGHT
NO PRYERS PLEADING THROUGH THE NIGHT
JUST DEVINE EMBRACRE ETERNAL LIGHT
IN THE MANSIONS OF THE LORD

WHERE NO MOTHERS CRY AND NO CHILDREN WEEP
WE SHALL STAND AND GUARD THOUGH THE ANGELS SLEEP
WHILE THROUGH THE AGES SAFELY KEEP THE MANSIONS OF THE LORD.

RIP Ed (To Tall)Freeman

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Gerry R. Kohler — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 03:14:18 GMT

I teach United States History and continually have Veterans in my classroom to help students understand that freedom is not free. We must all do everything we can to help our young people understand what our Veterans and those currently serving our country have done for us. To his family, I thank you for his service to our country.

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Dave McAnnaney, Elysburg, PA — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:47:42 GMT

No Gold Plated Casket, No Celebrities shedding crocodile tears, No hours of TV coverage for a man who risked his life so that others may live. It is a sad commentary on what this country values. Rest in Peace Ed Freeman.

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Franklin Welfl, Baytown,Texas — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 11:11:10 GMT

The House of Represenatives should have a moment of silence for great men like Major Freeman who have done things for people; (i.e) saved lives so many fathers and sons would be able to have fishing trips hunting trips. Major Freeman and Lt.Col Crandall made it possible through their actions in battle for many Dads to enjoy there son's Football games on Friday nights and their daughter's volleyball games, dance recitals, College Graduations etc. Major Freeman's action at the battle of La Drang deserve way more recognition then someone who's ego took precedence over right and wrong.

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John Aikin, Virginia Beach, Virginia — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 04:21:16 GMT

As a new US Citizen, I am proud to stand on this land that has been protected by men & women like Ed "Too Tall" Freeman. Thank you for the opportunity your sacrifice has provided to so many.

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Richard Seneca Cattaraugus Indian Reservation, NY — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 14:35:40 GMT

I served with the 1st Mobile Communication Comm Gp, Clark AB, Phillipines, in & out of Thailand & Viet Nam, 1964-1965. TooTall was the cream of the crop. His heroics in the "Valley of Death" are unsurpassed. He made this country great.

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Ryan Davis, Pittsburgh, PA — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:53:39 GMT

I am currently serving in Iraq as a soldier in the U.S. Army and I heard of the passing of Ed Freeman, So i just wanted to say, from one soldier to another, Thank you for your service Ed. You are an inspiration to us all. You are a true hero.

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George, Maili, Hi — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 07:42:04 GMT

What an amazing triumph of the human spirit. True fighting, blue blooded American! Its a shame guys like this don’t get as much press as Michael Jackson...

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BILL LILEAS — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:12:05 GMT

ED AND FAMILY,
A TRUE AMERICAN HERO NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN FOR THE SACRIFICES HE MADE. SEMPER FI MY COMRAD IN ARMS. VIETNAM 66-67 - 2/26. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS.

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Bill DiBrito — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 20:44:34 GMT

Captain Freeman,

You dwarf all soldiers, all mankind with you actions.
I only wish I knew you when you were living so that I could shake your hand and salute you.

Toujours Pret

2nd Cav Vet Sgt. DiBrito)

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Adam Wooten, Statesville, NC — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:34:06 GMT

I would like to write a letter of gratitude to the family of Ed Freeman. If anyone has their address, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you, and God Bless.

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Jason, Boston, MA — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:58:37 GMT

It's sad that the media sensationalizes the death of Michael Jackson and does not cover true heroes like Ed Freeman. I don't know about anyone else, but I would have preferred 2 weeks of coverage on Ed Freeman rather then all this BS about MJ. God bless people like Ed!

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Suzanne LeRoy, Saratoga, NY — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 16:29:43 GMT

Angels walk among us. Any man or woman willing to lay down their life for another is I believe, mankind at his finest moment. The ultimate sacrifice, to give of yourself so that the lives of others could be saved. Captain Ed, God looked down upon you, your commander and the other pilots that November day and saw men who could not be more perfect in his eyes. You have touched so many lives in your 80 years. Mothers saw their sons return home, wives kissed their husbands on the tarmac, children were born, and familes have bloomed -- all because you were willing to sacrifice your own on their behalf. To that end, you have everlasting life without end through those lives you have saved. There is no higher honor, no medal that can fully capture all that you were, and still are. Our challenge is to do all that we can to honor your life by giving to our fellow man woman and child in times of need. You have made our world a better place. Your family must feel a great sorrow and loss. To them I send my deepest heartfelt condolances. You are not gone, just gone on ahead. If God has flight school for angels, I'm sure you're his #1 instructor.

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Gary A. Brown Iowa, now Afghanistan — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 10:48:22 GMT

To Mr. Ed Freeman, I say Thank You, with the utmost honor and respect! To Mr. Freeman's family, I say Thank you for sharing this extraordinary man with the rest of the world!

I think that all of these fine Americans who have earned the MOH, should also be paid for thier selfless sacrifices! Concidering how much we give to other countries, and how much our politicians waste, a million or two, and a pension (on par with what congress gets, not social security) that covers the lives of any immediate family member as well as the MOH recipient. Even if we did that as a country...it still would not be sufficient!

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COL (R) Ted Daligdig III, C 5/7 — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:25:50 GMT

I served as an Infantry Commander with the First Air Cavalry Division (AM) in Vietnam 69. There were numerous occasions when quick heroic support of our pilots like Ed saved me and my family of soldiers. My humble thanks to all chopper crews who flew in under fire to support the ground troops. Ed was a true hero that I will always remember as a "Sky Trooper". May God help is family through this challenging period and continue to bless them. Ed, Mahalo for you distinguished service.

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Bill Coolbaugh,Sugarloaf,Pa. — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 19:53:33 GMT

to Eds family, got story in an e-mail. What a tragic tale that the true heros never make the headlines. I'm sure that Ed made the headlines in heaven. God bless EDs fsmily and the USA.

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Michael Cole, Atlanta, Ga — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:46:06 GMT

Ed Freeman passed on August 20th, 2008. Please pay your respects to him. If the only reason you came here to post was the chain email then you are part of the uninformed masses. You can also see the 2002 film depicting the Battle of Ia Drang. Ed is portrayed in the film. A much more fitting honor then having his date of death altered for the latest chain email.

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Salvatore Bruzzese, Staten Island, New York — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:04:56 GMT

As a veteran, It makes me proud to read about this great American..May god bless him and may his soul rest in peace...I would like to also mention,if his commander was with him during the rescues, he should also recieve the medal of honor...Again, god bless Ed Freeman....

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Jereiah Banks Middletown Ohio — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 23:01:08 GMT

To all of those that have fought in foreign lands,
the respect, and gratitude, sincere appreciation, and thanks that i have for you, i can never express with words. i come from a family that every generation has been in the army and in a war since this great land was born, i buried my grandfather a few years ago that served WW2, his brother stormed Normandy but died on the next mission, cousins in Korea and Vietnam, a uncle in the air force in desert storm and my brother in Iraq and Afghanistan, if you remember right before we went into Iraq, the guy that tossed a live grenade into that tent of the 101stAIRBORNE that was my bro's tent and he had just walked out 5 mins before that, every time i read of a soldier that has fallen in service or as how great a person they was as like Mr Ed Freeman, this unexplainable feeling of great sorrow and respect over whelms me and brings tears to my eyes, I personally owe my life to these such men, as they willingly offered theirs for us, it hurts me to see that these Hollywood glamor infectious diseases be so admired as our blood is spilled and forgotten daily so we can live the life we do now, i kneel on my knee to these men for there actions and time served. they deserve more then what is given to them. whooaaa

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Boris J Sidow, COL DC — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:23:23 GMT

Today is my last day in the United States Army. I have served for 21yrs and i often wonder what impact i have made on other peoples lives. I loved reading both the books" Once and Young and Still. I am constantly inspired by those heroes. They are always the most humble and kind. There are still many Soldiers who continue to amaze me with their feats of bravery in our new war on terrorism. I met LTG Hal Moore and SGM B Plumely last month at the infantry museum. It was by far the best day in my Army career. Too Tall and others are why we are safe and can be called Americans. I love this country and all who have served and continue to serve in our great military.

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Joseph Brown — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:18:20 GMT

Thank you - you are a true hero.

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David Kube, Chicago, IL — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 23:33:27 GMT

I salute Mr. Freeman and all recipients of the CMH. We all owe them so much for protecting and for helping to provide our freedom.

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Jason Hucks, Simpsonville, SC — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 14:33:55 GMT

What an inspiring story of bravery and heroism. May God watch over and protect all that have and will follow in the footsteps of such selfless actions.

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Michael Kauti Superior, Wisconsin — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 19:21:14 GMT

May God richly bless Ed's family. My father was a Vet in Nam and I am truly grateful to all the soldiers that have served to keep this country free! Hats off in remembrance. He and others will always be remembered in this household!!

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James Jackson USAF Retired — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:50:38 GMT

Thank you Mr. Freeman for what you have done for our country without asking for anything in return. Our Veterans are the real heros of America.

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D. Stroebel — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:55:26 GMT

What a brave and selfless act. We all can learn a lesson from this man.

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John Doe , Kalamazoo, MI — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:55:48 GMT

I just heard of Eds passing as many did, by a chain email. I knew of Eds actions and the MOH that was well earned. He was, and always will be an inspiration. Prayers to the family and to our troops fighting for our freedom on foriegn shores.
"SCOUTS OUT!" 1st CAV

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Ernie Hudson, Mechanicsburg, PA — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:44:52 GMT

To the Family of Ed Freeman - Have you ever thought about writing a book about this great American? I would love to know more about who he was on and off the battlefield. I would love to read more of his story!

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Gary B, Laurel Hill, Florida — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:58:26 GMT

Thank you Sir for your service to our country. And, thanks to all of the uniformed service men and women who are and have worn the flag of our great country.

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Jimmie Whitworth, Mountain View, CA — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:36:43 GMT

I too served in Vietnam. Just out side of Phubai Hue right after the Tet Offensive 1968. We were a small Helicopter unit serving our Infantrymen, 3rd Brigade 82nd Airborn. Combat Helicopter Pilots were special, selfsacrificing men. There were three of us supporting eight helicopters. We were constantly busy repairing radios, or scrounging parts supplies all sorts of flight equipment. Because of their scarificing sprit we would do anything to keep the choppers in the air.

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annmarie metoharakis — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:31:21 GMT

Thank God for people like Ed Freeman who help make us the country that we are.I would also like to express my thanks for the daily nightly for potraiting our heros.

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Vera Gilbert — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:40:25 GMT

I salute you CPT (Ret.) Freeman

Thank you for serving our Country that is home of the brave and land of the free. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Very Respectfully,

LTC Vera Gilbert
IUPUI-ROTC, Indianapolis

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Gregory Lake Niles, Ca VietNam Vet — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:47:03 GMT

As a Marine Combat Vet I can't speak highly enough about the actions of Ed Freeman. He died the same day as Michael Jackson, yet I did not see one word about this truly American hero. The networks should be ashamed !!

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Kenny Hilliard, Fountain Inn, South Carolina — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:05:07 GMT

This article brought tears to an old Marines eyes. I know that we still have hero's like him in the world today but we are so caught up in the entertainment world that we rarely ever hear of them. It was his bravery in the face of danger that made him special although he probably never showed any concern for his own life only genuine compassion for his fellow man. A true American Hero!

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mike — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:46:42 GMT

Too bad michael jackson died when he did. Maybe the media would have covered the passing of a man who dedicated his life to serving others. They should be ashamed of themselves. Carry on smartly brother.

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Fred Jackson, Kalamazoo, MI — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 02:44:27 GMT

I just received the e-mail now going around the internet that Ed passed away last week,stating that everyone hears of Michael Jackson's death but no one hears about Ed's passing. Obviously much of this is false because he passed away many months ago. Still, it is remarkable that his story of bravery and duty continues to circulate and become an inspiration for others. His impact continues long after his days in Nam. I hope he understood this.

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Buzz Hope, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, England — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:25:02 GMT

Par Ardua Ad Astra - 'Great man'

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barry card,nova scotia,canada — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 02:38:37 GMT

Putting your life at risk once to save someone else makes you a hero.Fourteen times makes you extraordinary.Truly a great man and someone we all can be and should be proud of.

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Ian Batkin, Ongar, Essex, England — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:09:35 GMT

Whatever one thinks of the Vietnam War, surely the whole of America must be so proud that they are able to produce REAL heroes of this stature. In an age when the words "bravery", "hero" and "courage" are bandied aboutso much that they have almost lost their meaning, this mans exploits demonstrate the true meaning of those terms.

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Adrian Gallegos, Sydney NSW Australia — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:04:54 GMT

It is a testament to the courage of this man that so many people have honoured him and continue to honour him through these postings.
God Bless you sir, and thank you.

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Elsie Tannhauser Valley Stream, NY — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:09:15 GMT

If every soldier was like "TOO TALL" what a great world this would be. He put other lives before his. If we all cared and had the respect "TOO TALL" had for his fellow American's and others fighting for peace what a wonderful peaceful world this could be. May God Bless you ED, and may we all learn to have the respect and love for other's that you did.

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Bob Slane,Pittsburgh,Pa. — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:50:29 GMT

Having spent a year in combat on the DMZ, I appreciate the courage it requires to risk your life while under fire. But to come from a safe zone time and again and risk your life is medal of honor stuff!I did not know Ed but I sure wish I had. I love Ed Freeman.

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William Brown, Sherman, TX — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:59:30 GMT

As this chain of respect continues, let it be known by all, that this man's bravery and courage has influenced us all, thereby changing for good the world we live in forever. My salute to you good sir!

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Mike Gonzales Pismo Beach , Ca — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:41:10 GMT

God love you "TOO TALL"
GARRY OWEN

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Donna DiPaola, Laguna Niguel, CA — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:49:41 GMT

Yesterday was Veteran's Day and I was listening to the radio when they spoke about Ed Freeman, and his courage in Ia Drang Valley. When I got home I shared the story with my husband, a Vietnam Vet, and we both thought of the movie We Were Soldiers and wondered if the chopper pilot in the movie was taken from Ed's life. After reading the messages above, I see it was Ed. I hope that our teachers tell Ed's story, and many others, when they discuss Veterans Day. I worry more and more that our youth never really hear about our "true" HEROES, those that came, and continue to come, to our Country's call. Bless you all!