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Leroy Arthur Petry (born July 29, 1979) is a retired United States Army soldier. He received the U.S. military 's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in Afghanistan in 2008 during Operation Enduring Freedom . Born in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Petry had an active youth, and joined the Army after high school.
Learn about the heroic actions of Sergeant First Class Leroy A. Petry, who lost his right hand and suffered multiple wounds while throwing a grenade away from his comrades in Afghanistan. Read his biography, awards, and the details of the battle that earned him the Medal of Honor.
Staff Sergeant Leroy Arthur Petry distinguished himself by acts of gallantry and intrepidity in Afghanistan on May 26, 2008. He threw a live grenade away from his fellow Rangers, losing his right hand and suffering multiple shrapnel wounds.
Jul 12, 2011 · Leroy Petry is a former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant who received the Medal of Honor for his actions in Afghanistan in 2008. He threw himself on a live grenade to save his fellow Rangers, losing his right hand and suffering multiple wounds.
Sep 16, 2020 · Retired Army Master Sgt. Leroy Petry, who received the Medal of Honor for saving two Rangers in Afghanistan, had his specialty plate taken while parked at Seattle-Tacoma airport. He shares his message for the thief and his mission to help veterans with mental health issues.
Nov 9, 2020 · Learn how Leroy Petry, a retired master sergeant and Army Ranger, lost his hand saving his comrades in Afghanistan and how he continues to help Soldiers and veterans. Read his story of bravery, recovery and service in this Army News Service article.
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Sgt. 1st Class Leroy Petry, who will have the Medal of Honor placed around his neck July 12, 2011, by the president of the United States, recounted the moment after his hand was taken from him by ...
