Germaine Tillion The resistant
Tillion was one of only five women to receive the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor.
From This is True for 20 April 2008
hero
Selfless humans who chose to risk their own safety or lives to improve the human condition or save others.
Richard Jewell Olympic hero
Jewell was a hero, but falsely accused.
From This is True for 26 August 2007
John Seymour Chaloner Press freedom proponent
“The father of the freedom of press” in Germany.
From This is True for 18 February 2007
Jack Werber Buchenwald savior
Werber saved many children who had been shipped to Buchenwald.
From This is True for 19 November 2006
Harold Raymond Kingsmill Bates Barehanded
Bates made sure the mission was completed, again and again.
From This is True for 7 May 2006
Hugh Thompson Jr Vietnam hero
“These people were looking at me for help and there was no way I could turn my back on them.”
From This is True for 8 January 2006
Ray Holmes Gutsy pilot
Holmes had to make a split-second decision.
From This is True for 26 June 2005
Marla Ruzicka Civic-minded
She astounded reporters, who used guides and bodyguards, by traveling alone.
From This is True for 17 April 2005
Richard Dutrow Superdad
Dutrow was a father figure to more than 250 boys, often saving their lives.
From This is True for 13 March 2005
George F. Crikelair The safely clad
Crikelair came up with a medical idea so fundamental, it was a forehead-slapper.
From This is True for 27 February 2005