Co-founder & Medal of Honor Recipient Drew Dix greeted veterans at Denver International Airport, sending them off on their journey to Washington, D.C for a well-deserved Honor Flight. These veterans are headed to visit the memorials that commemorate their bravery and sacrifices. Thank you for your service, and wishing all our veterans a safe and meaningful trip to our nation’s capitol!
The Center for American Values and Pueblo Fire Department gathered this Patriot Day to remember and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Let us honor the memory of those who sacrificed and reflect on the resilience that binds us together.
PAUL WILLIAM BUCHAMedal of Honor Recipient Army Captain Paul William “Bud” Bucha passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the age of 80.
Captain Bucha was born in Washington, D.C., on August 1, 1943. Captain Bucha distinguished himself by his extraordinary leadership March 16-18, 1968, near Phuoc Vinh, Binh Duong Province, Vietnam. When his reconnaissance mission encountered an overwhelming enemy attack, Bucha led from the front, destroying an enemy bunker solo while under heavy fire. He also directed artillery fire and moved throughout the position, distributing ammunition, providing encouragement, and ensuring the integrity of the defense. During the night, under view of enemy snipers, he led the evacuation of the wounded using a flashlight. Bucha was presented the Medal of Honor by President Richard M. Nixon on May 14, 1970.
The Center for American Values extends our sincere condolences to his family and friends.
PORTRAIT OF VALOR QUOTE"The Medal of Honor is proof that ordinary men and women have within them potential to challenge fate and literally change the course of history. It only requires the courage to try."
CITATION: GO TO WWW.CMOHS.ORG/RECIPIENTS/PAUL-W-BUCHA
In partnership with the reigning 2023-24 Mrs. Southern Colorado, Brandi Halvorson, and a reigning court of Miss Pueblo County Queens and Princesses, the Center for American Values delivered a well-attended, enjoyed by all celebration. The program featured a short presentation by Medal of Honor Recipient Drew Dix and a series of America's most revered songs by Mrs. Halvorson and a court of local talented singers. The event included open house with USA Hotdogs and Apple Pie sponsored by Meats by Linz, PB&T Bank, Twenty One Steak, and Mauro Farms & Bakery.
Medal of Honor Recipient & Cofounder of the Center for American Values, Major Drew Dix
was featured on the latest episode of Pueblo Veterans and Their Stories Podcast!
Educational outreach focused on the Center's Core Values of Honor, Integrity, and Patriotism (HIP) are used to provide unique classroom resources for parents and educators at all levels. Students are empowered to identify and define the character attributes that relate directly to American values. State-of-the-art technology and interactive audio/visual modules enhance the learning experience.
This learning management system and delivery platform is a multi-media experience to exponentially expand the reach of HIP Education to students throughout the Country. The online based learning environment attracts parents, teachers, home schoolers, as well as online curriculum providers. Click to Register
Medal of Honor recipients and noted speakers from all walks of life help bring new awareness to a variety of subjects intended to educate, inform, and create discussion about the significance of American values. Their presentations are captured and archived for the Center's Narratives Project which is evolving into a one of a kind audio/video library. Speakers who have shared their extraordinary stories include: James P. Owen, Wall Street veteran and author of Cowboy Values and Cowboy Ethics; James Humes, author and White House speechwriter for five presidents; Corey Ciocchetti, Professor of Ethics, University of Denver; Michael Sabbeth, Esq., author of How to Talk with Children About Values; Fisher DeBerry, Hall of Fame Air Force Football Coach; Michael Strobl, author of Taking Chance; Dr. Rick Rigsby, author of Lessons from a Third Grade Dropout; Kathryn Childers, First Female Secret Service Agent.
The Center for American Values hosts and promotes conferences, seminars, continuing education, and community events that align with our Mission, Vision and Core Values. The Center is also available for private tours and other events.
The Center for American Values has published a book of Medal of Honor quotes, subtitled "Inspiration from America's Military Heroes." The publication features a collection of quotes that reflect the honor, courage and humility of our most decorated war heroes.
