Rick Rescola, Not a born American, he chose our country. Rescorla was born in England and joined the British army at the age of 16. In 1963, Rescorla moved to the United States and was drafted into the army. After basic training, he was sent to the officer’s alternate school and was appointed as the second lieutenant. Rescorla was sent to Vietnam, and in 1965 served as platoon leader at the 7th Calvary. Rescorla is the platoon leader, when 1Yingshi And 2nd Seven cavalry battalions were thrown into meat grinders in the Ia Drang Valley. That battle is the subject of several books, but it is most likely to be remembered in the movie “We were once soldiers…and young.” He is deeply loved by his subordinates. Brave and calm reserve. When he and his platoon were suppressed by the enemy, he sang for his men to calm them down in the face of death and despair. He is an inspiration. “The Cornish Eagle” was called “the best platoon leader I have ever seen” by his commander. He received the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Purple Heart Medal. His photo in la Drang Valley is one of Vietnam’s iconic photos.
La Drang 36 years later Rescola Still in office, but serves as Morgan Stanley’s security director. Morgan Stanley placed people in Buildings 1 and 5 of the World Trade Center. He was supposed to take a vacation on September 11, 2001, but he is providing services to a colleague. When the first plane hit Rescorla, he knew what had happened. He ignored the advice of construction officials, who told people to stay where they were and began to evacuate his responsible persons immediately. This time with only the loudspeaker and whistle, Rescorla began to evacuate calmly and orderly, first building 1 and then building 5. At the right time, as he did to frightened young people in Vietnam, he sang songs to appease those he was afraid of and lead to safety. He promoted the status of evacuees by telling evacuees “to be proud of being American-everyone will talk about you tomorrow.”
After Building No. 5 is secured Rescola Return to sweep the World Trade Center 1. “No man (or woman) is left behind.” His duty is called. The last time he was seen was on the stairs on the 10th floor, with a megaphone in his hand—it wasn’t himself thinking, but others. His body has never been found. Rescorla’s selfless bravery undoubtedly saved hundreds or even thousands of lives. It is estimated that 2,000 people have been saved.
In three days, we will pay tribute to those who died. 20 years ago, the hero came forward. The hero saved lives. Flight 93 fought back. Rick Rescorla sang while leading the frightened people to the day and told them to “proud to be an American-everyone will talk about you tomorrow.” In 3 days, talk about Rick Rescorla and other brave men and women who save lives and fight back.
