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Ep 123 | Lori Chapman Longfritz | Remembering John Chapman – Left Alone on Takur Ghar: Part 2
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In part 2 of my interview with Lori Chapman Longfritz, sister of Medal of Honor recipient John Chapman, we discuss John’s final moments at the Battle of Takur Ghar in 2002, his courage as an Air Force Combat Controller, and the delayed recognition and non-recognition of his heroism (from who you ask?? The Navy, his SEAL team, National Medal of Honor Museum). Lori shares personal stories about John’s character, his dedication to family, and the lasting legacy he left behind. We also cover the Medal of Honor journey, the National Medal of Honor Museum, and Lori’s new book First There: The Life and Legacy of American Hero John Chapman.
Listen to Part 1 here: https://www.thadforester.com/lori-chapman-longfritz-122/
What this video of the First Medal of Honor ever recorded, narrated by fellow CCT and co-author of Lori’s first book “Alone at Dawn“, Dan Schilling.
Get Lori’s new book: “First There: The Life and Legacy of American Hero John Chapman“. I read it and ask all my listeners to consider getting it–physical copy or e-book.
Also mentioned in this episode:
Episode 64: Dan Schilling – Alone at Dawn
Episode 102: Darrell Utt – National Medal of Honor Bus. Ops.
The outgoing song, “Sons of War Veteran“, was written by former CCT, and 2-time PTC guest, Dan Schilling.
You can also watch this interview on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/F2IUJCZqKP0
Copyright 2025 Thad Forester
http://www.patriottothecore.com
email questions to [email protected]
131 episodes
Manage episode 508905514 series 1243467

In part 2 of my interview with Lori Chapman Longfritz, sister of Medal of Honor recipient John Chapman, we discuss John’s final moments at the Battle of Takur Ghar in 2002, his courage as an Air Force Combat Controller, and the delayed recognition and non-recognition of his heroism (from who you ask?? The Navy, his SEAL team, National Medal of Honor Museum). Lori shares personal stories about John’s character, his dedication to family, and the lasting legacy he left behind. We also cover the Medal of Honor journey, the National Medal of Honor Museum, and Lori’s new book First There: The Life and Legacy of American Hero John Chapman.
Listen to Part 1 here: https://www.thadforester.com/lori-chapman-longfritz-122/
What this video of the First Medal of Honor ever recorded, narrated by fellow CCT and co-author of Lori’s first book “Alone at Dawn“, Dan Schilling.
Get Lori’s new book: “First There: The Life and Legacy of American Hero John Chapman“. I read it and ask all my listeners to consider getting it–physical copy or e-book.
Also mentioned in this episode:
Episode 64: Dan Schilling – Alone at Dawn
Episode 102: Darrell Utt – National Medal of Honor Bus. Ops.
The outgoing song, “Sons of War Veteran“, was written by former CCT, and 2-time PTC guest, Dan Schilling.
You can also watch this interview on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/F2IUJCZqKP0
Copyright 2025 Thad Forester
http://www.patriottothecore.com
email questions to [email protected]
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