Jocko Podcast 327: Attack on The USS Liberty w/ Phil Tourney, Larry Bowen, Joe Meadors.
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Mar 30, 2022 In this enlightening discussion, guests Phil Tourney and Larry Bowen share their harrowing accounts of the 1967 attack on the USS Liberty, drawing upon their Navy backgrounds. Tourney, honored with the Bronze Star, recounts the chaos and bravery exhibited by the crew as they faced overwhelming odds. Bowen, now president of the Liberty Veterans Association, reflects on the ongoing struggle for recognition of the incident. Together, they emphasize the need for truth and accountability, urging listeners to remember those who sacrificed so much.
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Captain McGonigal's Calmness
- During the attack, Captain McGonigal remained calm amidst the chaos.
- He calmly asked for coffee while bullets and napalm flew around him.
Bracing for Impact
- Joe Meadors, stationed on the signal bridge, heard the torpedo attack warning.
- He hit the deck, feeling the ship lift from the impact.
Repelling Boarders
- After the failed attacks, a troop-carrying helicopter approached the Liberty.
- Phil Turney, believing they were about to be boarded and finished off, gave the Marines the middle finger.