STRIKER: A FIGHTING FAMILY

THE FIGHTING ANCESTORS OF REX STRIKER

Here's a bio for each of Detective Rex Striker's ancestors who fought in each of the major conflicts in American history:

Revolutionary War:

Name: John StrikerBirth year: 1745Death year: 1820Nickname: "The Patriot"Relation to Rex: Great-great-great grandfatherUnit: Pennsylvania MilitiaRank: SergeantBattles: Battle of Brandywine, Battle of GermantownHeroic Act: During the Battle of Brandywine, John Striker saved the life of a wounded officer by carrying him to safety while under heavy enemy fire. His bravery earned him a commendation from General George Washington.

Civil War:

Name: Samuel StrikerBirth year: 1842Death year: 1863Nickname: "The Unionist"Relation to Rex: Great-great grandfatherUnit: 55th Pennsylvania Volunteer InfantryRank: PrivateBattles: Battle of Fredericksburg, Battle of ChancellorsvilleHeroic Act: During the Battle of Chancellorsville, Samuel Striker volunteered to carry a message from his commanding officer to the Union general. Despite being wounded in the leg, he successfully delivered the message, which helped the Union forces turn the tide of the battle.

World War I:

Name: William StrikerBirth year: 1892Death year: 1918Nickname: "The Doughboy"Relation to Rex: GrandfatherUnit: 77th Division, 307th Infantry RegimentRank: CorporalBattles: Meuse-Argonne Offensive, Battle of Château-ThierryHeroic Act: During the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, William Striker single-handedly captured a German machine gun nest, taking out the enemy soldiers and allowing his unit to advance. He was later killed in action during the Battle of Château-Thierry.

World War II:

Name: Robert StrikerBirth year: 1920Death year: 1944Nickname: "The Ranger"Relation to Rex: FatherUnit: 2nd Ranger BattalionRank: Staff SergeantBattles: D-Day, Battle of BrestHeroic Act: During the D-Day invasion of Normandy, Robert Striker led his platoon in the assault on the cliffs at Pointe du Hoc. Despite heavy enemy fire and the loss of most of his men, he and his remaining comrades successfully disabled the German guns and secured the position. He was later killed in action during the Battle of Brest.

Vietnam War:

Name: James StrikerBirth year: 1946Death year: 1970Nickname: "The Point Man"Relation to Rex: UncleUnit: 1st Infantry Division, 2nd Battalion, 16th Infantry RegimentRank: SergeantBattles: Battle of Suoi Tre, Battle of Hamburger HillHeroic Act: During the Battle of Hamburger Hill, James Striker served as the point man for his unit, leading them through heavy enemy fire and clearing a path for the rest of the troops to advance. Despite being wounded multiple times, he refused medical treatment and continued to fight until he was killed in action. His bravery and sacrifice were later recognized with a posthumous Silver Star.

Revolutionary War:

As a war correspondent, I have the honor of recounting the tale of John Striker, also known as "The Patriot," who fought bravely in the Battle of Brandywine during the American Revolutionary War.

It was a sunny day on September 11, 1777, when the British army, led by General William Howe, confronted the Continental Army, commanded by General George Washington, in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania.

John Striker, a sergeant in the Pennsylvania Militia, was one of the brave soldiers who answered the call to defend his country against the British.

The battle began with a fierce exchange of artillery fire, which lasted for several hours.

John Striker and his comrades were under heavy enemy fire, but they stood their ground and fought with all their might.

As the British troops advanced, John noticed a wounded officer lying on the ground, unable to move.

Without hesitation, he ran to the officer's side and lifted him onto his shoulders, carrying him to safety under a hail of bullets.

John's act of heroism did not go unnoticed.

General Washington saw the brave sergeant risking his life to save a fellow soldier and immediately awarded him a commendation for his bravery. J

John Striker became known as "The Patriot," a name that would be remembered in the Striker family for generations to come.

The Battle of Brandywine was a costly one for the Continental Army, with over 1,000 soldiers killed, wounded, or captured.

However, thanks to the bravery of men like John Striker, the American forces were able to regroup and continue fighting for their independence.

The battle was a turning point in the war and paved the way for the ultimate victory of the American Revolution.

John Striker may be long gone, but his bravery and patriotism continue to inspire his descendants, including Detective Rex Striker of the LAPD Homicide Division.

John's legacy reminds us of all of the sacrifices made by our ancestors in the fight for freedom and democracy.