The Miracle of Father Kapaun: Priest, Soldier, and Korean War Hero
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- Synopsis
- Father Emil Kapaun is a figure whose heroism during the Korean War still serves as a lamp to guide our feet on the path of life. Under the unbelievably brutal conditions of a prisoner of war camp, survivors say, no matter their religion Father Kapaun did more to save lives and maintain morale than any other man they know. In tracking down the story of Father Kapaun for the Wichita Eagle, Wenzl and Heying uncovered a paradox. What truly constitutes sainthood? Do we have it within ourselves? Father Kapaun was posthumously awarded the United States' highest military recognition, the Medal of Honor. The citation for it reads, in part, "Chaplain Emil J. Kapaun repeatedly risked his own life to save the lives of hundreds of fellow Americans. His extraordinary courage, faith and leadership inspired thousands of prisoners to survive hellish conditions, resist enemy indoctrination, and retain their faith in God and country."
- Copyright:
- 2009
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 153 Pages
- Publisher:
- Ignatius Press
- Date of Addition:
- 12/12/21
- Copyrighted By:
- The Wichita Eagle
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- History, Military, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs, Religion and Spirituality
- Submitted By:
- Sister M. Dolores Dean
- Proofread By:
- Shirley Koda
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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