This Focus on Valor episode focuses on LtCol Charles Whittlesey and Major George McMurtry, the commander and the executive officer of the "Lost Battalion," the nine companies of the 77th Infantry Division which were cut off by German forces in the Argonne Forest, France in October, 1918. Both officers were awarded Medals of Honor for their leadership and heroism during this battle, two of three such Medals awarded during this engagement.
This episode is introduced by nationally syndicated radio talk show host 1st Sgt. Jon-David Wells and is narrated by Col. Jay Seffern.
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