US Army Col. Robert “Bob” Howard Sr., native son of Alabama, adopted son of Texas, was memorialized at Ft. Sam Houston, in San Antonio, TX. on February 22, 2010. The Col. upon retiring from the Army settled down in San Antonio, and worked for the VA until his retirement.  After 52-years of public service, 36-years of distinguished military service it should come as no surprise, that his memorial service was beautiful and befitting A True American Hero.

The DVD memorial video, A True American Hero, highlights the memorial services held at Ft. Sam Houston. This 50 minutes video includes comments, musical & video tributes and personal eulogies given by;

• Col. Robert Howard’s granddaughter – Victoria Batey
• US Army South Commander Maj. Gen.  Simeon Trombitas
• US Army Ft. Sam Houston Commander Maj. Gen. Russell Czerw
• US Army, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Alfred Valenzuela
• US Air Force Col. (Ret.) MOH Recipient, James P. Fleming
• US Army Chaplain Col. (Ret) Edward K. Maney
• US Army Chaplain Col. (Ret) Gilley Richardson
• US Army Band – MEDCOM Quintet
• USFallen.org – A Hero Among Heroes video

This video is a collaborative effort by USFallen.org and the Alamo Silver Wings Airborne Association to raise funds to obtain commemorative objects including; a bronze statue, a marble bench and a portrait for future Col. Robert Howard memorials.

If you are interested in hosting an event featuring this presentation with a guest speaker, please contact us here for details.

Minimum donation requested is $12.00 per copy. Help us ensure the life of A True American Hero is never forgotten, please order your DVD presentation today. Free shipping through March 24, 2010.

Due to the length of the video a full version is not available on-line. However, below are a couple of sample clips from the memorial service.

Clip 1 – Impromptu tribute by Ft. Sam Houston Commander, Maj. Gen. Russell Czerw

Clip 2  Closing tribute “Day is Done” (Taps) by Chaplain Col. (Ret) Edward K. Maney.

A Hero Among Heroes
Col. Robert “Bob” Howard Sr.’s Story
I’m pleased to announce the availability of A Hero Among Heroes – Col. Robert L Howard Sr.’s Story. This is a mini-bio of the life and times of the late Col. Robert “Bob” Howard Sr. He is considered to be the most decorated American soldier of the Vietnam War, having been nominated 3-times for the Medal of Honor, and recipient of 8-puple hearts for wounds received during his 5-tours in SE Asia.
USFallen.org was honored to be asked to produce this video, to be shown at a memorial service at Ft. Sam Houston, in San Antonio, TX. on Feb. 22, 2010. I was provided some footage of an interview conducted a few years ago with the Col. He was interviewed by one of his best friends and fishing buddies, Sgt. Maj. (Ret) Benito Guerrero. Soon I began to compile other media and developing a story line. Veteran groups began submitting footage, photos, and suggested music from the era. There was a specific request to use the Col.’s two favorite songs; The Green Leaves of Summer and The Ballad of the Green Berets.
My background in developing training presentations influenced the final product to assist any instructor, on the topics of:
• Vietnam War battlefield experience
• How to survive in the battlefield
• Leadership
• Soldier’s moral obligations’
• Advice about joining the military

This version includes photos and video footage of the Medal of Honor interment ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery. Also, Sgt. Robert L. Howard Jr., presenting the American flag to his oldest sister.

In compliance with our agreement with the family, this video is available on-line free of charge. We are allowed to offer high quality DVD copies for donations of $ 10.00. A gift DVD is suitable for a school Jr ROTC, or military veteran groups, and active military groups. Funds raised go towards supporting USFallen.org mission of paying tribute to our fallen soldiers and notable veterans.

Please order a copy for your hero today.

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