A Chinook helicopter carrying U.S. troops failed to receive a crucial radio message and was shot down over the snow-covered peak of Takur Ghar. But the radio failure was not caused by ...

The Battle of Takur Ghar, fought at 10,200 feet near a snowcapped ... type constellation of satellites that come up with real-time maps of where you might experience communication or navigation ...

John Chapman displayed extraordinary courage during the Battle of Takur Ghar, holding his ground in a one-man last stand. His sacrifice was recognized with the Medal of Honor, the highest award ...

Chapman, 36, voluntarily returned to Takur Ghar mountain in an effort to save a stranded teammate on March 4, 2002. He will posthumously receive a Medal of Honor later this month for his actions.

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John Chapman for "extraordinary heroism" in March 2002 during the Battle of Takur Ghar in Afghanistan. Trump hailed Chapman's heroism in the East Room in front of his widow, Valerie Nessel ...