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John Allan Chapman (July 14, 1965 – March 4, 2002) was a combat controller in the United States Air Force who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor on August 22, 2018, for his actions in the Battle of Takur Ghar during the War in Afghanistan. [1] . He is the first airman to receive the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. [2] .
Graphical video representation of real events involving United States Air Force Technical Sergeant. John A. Chapman during operation ANACONDA on 4 March 2002...
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Apr 21, 2018 · John Chapman was a combat controller who died fighting Al Qaeda on a mountain in Afghanistan in 2002. He will receive the Medal of Honor for his bravery and leadership in the largest battle of the Afghanistan War.
Sep 2, 2018 · Learn about the life and legacy of Tech. Sgt. John Chapman, who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in Afghanistan. Discover how his character, humility, compassion and devotion made him a role model for the Air Force and beyond.
Mar 4, 2002 · Technical Sergeant John A. Chapman distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism as an Air Force Special Tactics Combat Controller, attached to a Navy Sea, Air, and Land (SEAL) Team conducting reconnaissance operations in Takur Ghar, Afghanistan, on March 4, 2002.
Aug 22, 2018 · Chapman was on a joint special ops mission when one of his teammates was thrown from the aircraft. He charged uphill to rescue him, attacking two enemy bunke...
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Feb 28, 2022 · John Chapman was a combat controller who saved many lives in Afghanistan in 2002, despite being severely injured and outnumbered by the enemy. He received the Medal of Honor posthumously in 2018, after a long battle for recognition and justice.
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