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It is said "There are no atheists in foxholes!"  When facing the dangers of war, America's soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines turn for spiritual guidance to brave men who serve God by serving their fellow soldiers.  They are our military chaplains.  How much do you know about these dedicated men?

It what war was the first Medal of Honor earned by a chaplain in any branch of service?  1.  The Civil War 2.  The Spanish-American War 3.  World War I 4.  World War II 5.  Korean War 6.  Vietnam War	Your Answer - 1 2 3 4 5 6
Even as early as the American Revolution, chaplains served in both the Army and the Navy. Please select either TRUE or FALSE.	Your Answer - True False
One Chaplain's Assistant earned the Medal of Honor for personal heroism in a combat action.  Who was he?  1.   Calvin Titus Boxer Rebellion 2. James Ward WWII 3.  Desmond Doss WWII 4.  Terry Kawamura Vietnam	Your Answer - 1 2 3 4
What World War II Navy Chaplain earned the Medal of Honor, becoming the first Catholic Priest to receive the award? 1.  Father O'Brien 2.  Father Flaherty 3.  Father Capodanno 4.  Father O'Callahan 5.  Father Murphy	Your Answer - 1 2 3 4 5
In a 90-day period at the end of 1967, three Chaplains earned Medals of Honor during the Vietnam War.  Which of them survived to wear their Medal?  1. Fr. Vincent Capodanno 2. Fr. Charles Watters 3. Fr. Charles Liteky	Your Answer - None Survived All Survived Fr. Capodanno Fr. Watters Fr. Liteky

 Background photo is Vietnam War Medal of Honor Chaplain Father Charles Watters conducting a baptismal service.

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