Lt Colonel Leads a Gutsy Bayonet Charge in Normandy

[@PremierHistory]

What are your thoughts about Robert Cole and his actions during WWII? Do you know of another Medal of Honor story you want told? Welcome back! If you are new here make sure to hit subscribe to expand your knowledge on Military History and join the growing Premier History Community!

[@TheAKgunner]

His actions were heroic, but I’m a bit annoyed that his earning the Medal of Honor prevented Major Richard Winters from receiving the one he deserved.

[@davidsappington4415]

Pvt Joe Mann. 101st Airborne. He was the only other recipient of the Medal if Honor in the 101st in WW2. I believe he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions in Operation Market-Garden. Though it may have been the battle of the bulge. Just something to think about.

[@davidsappington4415]

@@TheAKgunner Yes. I don't quite understand why he didn't receive one. He should have.

[@TheAKgunner]

@@davidsappington4415 I agree.

[@davidsappington4415]

Thank you for making this video. Lieutenant Colonel Cole is one of my World War 2 heros. I first learned of LTC Cole from the video game Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30. He was among the many factors that made me want to join the military. That was impossible for me to do, due to health issues. I want to thank the Premier History channel for making this video and keeping the memory of LTC Cole, and so many others, alive. And for being an awesome channel all around. Keep up the good work!

[@visassess8607]

Oh it's "that" Cole! Amazing! I played through the series so many times and never knew he was based on an actual person

[@davidsappington4415]

@@visassess8607 Yeah! He's real! Look him up sometime!

[@palaver40]

Outstanding presentation; a result of meticulous research and editing.

[@latewizard301]

The Caratan missions were one of the best in the game (at least so far as i'm currently on the warehouse level)

[@davidsappington4415]

​@@latewizard301that one is fun. A bit difficult, but still fun. Good luck with it!

[@amptechron]

Great history of a worthy hero, thanks!

[@PremierHistory]

Glad you enjoyed the video AmpTechRon, a hero indeed

[@ernestpaniagua1210]

Here's a little history trivia the 502nd PIR of WW ll conducted 2 bayonet charges this the 2 bayonets on the regimental regimental colors not only the eagle claw on the crest I'm a former member of the 1/502 inf regiment. STRIKE ! Blackhearts

[@localbod]

Just a note. Lt. Col Robert Cole's second in command was Maj John P. Stopka. He wasn't called Joe. He died in Luxembourg in 1945 with the rank of Lt.Col. For his action in the bayonet charge he received the Silver Star.

[@matthewbrowatzke6024]

It is also in the game brothers in arms road to hill30 also a another medal of honor resipent are Desmond doss and john basoline

[@pyeitme508]

Wow 😳

[@PremierHistory]

Thanks PYeitme

[@LeonS.Kennedy-m9m]

"if it moves, shoot it. if it screams in German, shoot it again" - Lieutenant Colonel Robert Cole

[@latewizard301]

Gave me a chuckle when I heard that line.

[@tomh1815]

MOH recipient Sgt Donald Skidgel, Vietnam.

[@CL-we8tn]

I would not want to take away from ww2 in respect of horror and gor, and there is artillery action in this attack, but compared to the brain jerking artillery while stuck in a trench, nothing comes close.

[@paullukens7154]

Good story about some great men. However, your video is difficult to follow.

[@Gamecocks101]

Now, our pathetic Military would throw the bayonets!

[@regulatoractual8588]

Where did you serve?