President Trump recognized a special World War II veteran by making a playful jab at pro golfer John Daly during the Salute to Service dinner in Greenbrier, WV on Tuesday evening.
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“So I want to recognize today a legendary hero from West Virginia, a veteran who fought in Iwo Jima. In February of 1945, he volunteered to dash straight into enemy fire to destroy vital enemy fortifications and to clear a path for American forces to continue forward,” the president said. “He went right into the machine gun nests. John Daly wouldn’t do that and he’s a pretty tough guy. John, would you do that? I don’t think so.”
Trump went on to recognize the accomplishments of the veteran, Woody Williams, who is 94 years old and was previously awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.
“He has dedicated his life to supporting Gold Star families and building memorials to honor our fallen service members. In 2016, thousands were moved by Woody’s patriotic words when he spoke at one of our rallies in West Virginia. He was incredible. I still remember it,” Trump said.
The president continued, saying Williams is “a national treasure and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”
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