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  1. Ryan Pitts is a former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant and a Medal of Honor recipient for his extraordinary heroism during the Battle of Wanat in Afghanistan on July 13, 2008. His actions helped prevent his outnumbered and wounded unit from being overrun by Taliban forces. --- What Heroic Thing Did Ryan Pitts Do? 1. Outnumbered and Surrounded Pitts was a forward observer with 9 other soldiers in an observation post (OP) near the main base. At 4:20 AM, about 200 Taliban fighters launched a coordinated ambush, hitting Pitts' position with machine guns, mortars, and RPGs. Most of his team was killed or wounded in the first few minutes. 2. Severely Wounded But Still Fighting A mortar blast shredded his legs and arms with shrapnel. Despite bleeding heavily and nearly unconscious, he kept firing grenades, an M4 rifle, and a machine gun at the enemy. He crawled between weapons while under fire, ensuring the enemy couldn’t take their position. 3. Calling for Air Support While Under Attack Pitts, the only soldier left able to fight, continued calling for artillery and airstrikes to stop the Taliban advance. His radio transmissions were critical in directing U.S. airstrikes, which saved the main base from being overrun. 4. Refusing to Give Up the Position Despite severe blood loss, he held the OP alone until reinforcements arrived. Even when help came, he continued fighting alongside them until the Taliban were pushed back. 5. Ensuring His Comrades’ Sacrifice Wasn’t in Vain The Battle of Wanat was one of the deadliest battles of the Afghanistan War, with 9 Americans killed and 27 wounded. His bravery helped prevent a total collapse of the U.S. position, saving many lives. --- Award: Medal of Honor Ryan Pitts was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama on July 21, 2014 for his: ✔ Extraordinary courage under overwhelming odds. ✔ Selfless sacrifice despite life-threatening wounds. ✔ Determination to hold the line and protect his fellow soldiers. His actions represent the highest levels of military bravery, making him one of the most respected modern war heroes.
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  2.  @OppressorOfRīga  July 13,2008
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