The US Army medic who rescued wounded soldiers on Okinawa.
Historical background
Desmond Doss served as an army medic during the Second World War. His religious convictions led him to refuse to carry a weapon, and he deployed with the 77th Infantry Division.
During fighting on Okinawa in 1945, Doss stayed behind to aid wounded men near the Maeda Escarpment. He lowered casualties down the cliff to safety and later received the Medal of Honor.
