Heroes Never Die

In the classic movie, The Sandlot, Benny Rodriguez has a dream where the legendary Babe Ruth comes to him to help him solve a problem.  Before he left, Ruth said, "Remember kid, there are heroes and there are legends.  Heroes get remembered, but legends never die..."
Soon, a hero is about to become a legend.

Over forty years ago, Rose Mary Brown married Army Spec. Leslie Sabo, Jr.  He received permission to return home for his wedding, and to spend the night with his new bride.  The next day he returned to training.  After training, Sabo returned to his new bride, and they spent a month of love and married life together.  After that month, Army Spec. Leslie Sabo left Rose Mary and reported to Vietnam to fight in the war.  They would never see each other again.

"The Soldier" (as he was referred to by platoon mates when he wore a red bandanna) was killed as he saved the lives of his fellow soldiers, rushing into enemy fire to stop their attack with a grenade.  His heroics silenced the enemy guns, but also took Sabo's life.

Forty years later, widowed Rose Mary Sabo Brown will receive the Medal of Honor from President Barack Obama, as Army Spec. Leslie Sabo, Jr is recognized and thanked by his country for his act of heroism and sacrifice.

Rose Mary says that she has never stopped thinking about her husband, his love of life, and the wonderful month they were together.

A hero is being remembered for his sacrifice.  But a legend is being born. 

 

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