Winner: Pierpont Communications and 11th Armored Cavalry Veterans of Vietnam and Cambodia: A Generation of Forgotten Vietnam Veterans: Campaign for Recognition
Forty years ago, Captain John Poindexter led Alpha Troop of the 11th Armored Calvary Regiment in a high-casualty rescue mission in the Vietnam War, saving the lives of nearly 100 Americans (Charlie Company) surrounded by enemy troops. In April 2009, Poindexter and the Alpha Troop were honored with the Presidential Unit Citation.
Poindexter wanted to generate greater awareness ...