Winter 1950, Chosin Reservoir, Korea. -35°F. Weapons froze. Blood froze. And still, the 1st Marine Division fought. Outnumbered 10 to 1, surrounded by Chinese forces, they didn’t surrender. They fought their way out, carrying their wounded every step. Trucks rolled on icy roads under constant fire. Rifle bolts were warmed under armpits before firing. When asked if they were retreating, Marine General O.P. Smith gave the line every American should remember: “Retreat, hell! We’re just attacking in a different direction.” That’s American grit — not speeches, not slogans, but moving forward when every instinct says stop. #Military #USHistory #Patriotism