Thank you to all our supporters!

Because of your generosity, The Integrity Path has officially reached our 2025 fundraising goal. Your support empowers us to bring the six core values of the Medal of Honor to students through life-changing leadership and STEM programs. We are grateful to have you on this journey with us.

NOV 5th
BATTLESHIP IOWA AND
NJROTC TROY HIGH SCHOOL

Building Leaders on the Battleship

The day proved to be inspiring and successful from start to finish. The morning began with a thoughtful digital backdrop created by Mike Nguyen, setting the tone for a meaningful session with the Troy High School cadets. For an hour and a half, Gary and Suzanne Littrell spoke, shared stories, and engaged in a powerful Q&A with an exceptionally motivated group of students. Gary spoke about integrity, leadership and the importance of learning from mistakes. Suzanne shared a personal story of resilience after a stunt injury, emphasizing commitment and perseverance. The day ended with a historical ship tour.


The NJROTC instructors and Troy principal expressed deep appreciation for the program and invited the team back to speak not only to the 400 NJROTC cadets but to the entire student body of 1,200.

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NOV 9th
A DAY OF LEADERSHIP, CHARACTER, AND CORE VALUES

Engaged and Inspired by Gary Littrell’s Lesson on Leadership 
Photo Credit: Rich Schmitt/Legion Post 283

The Youth Leadership Experience brought together an exceptional group of military leaders, special operations professionals, and Gary Littrell to inspire and challenge today’s young people. 

Students heard firsthand what leadership looks like under pressure, how character forms in difficult moments, and why integrity matters in every decision.


The Integrity Path was honored to play a central role in the program with Gary sharing the six core values of the Medal of Honor: Courage, Commitment, Sacrifice, Integrity, Citizenship, and Patriotism. Gary was joined by an extraordinary lineup that included Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Jim Cragg.

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NOV 9th
A FIVE-STAR SALUTE TO SERVICE

Steve Amerson, "America's Tenor" and Gary Littrell featured in photo.

The club hosted its Annual Veterans Day Dinner, described as a five-star event, where members and guests gathered to celebrate courage and military service.  

The evening featured keynote speaker Nick Lavery, a U.S. Army Green Beret and the first Special Forces operator to return to combat as an above-the-knee amputee, who spoke about purpose and service. Honored guest, Medal of Honor recipient CSM Gary L. Littrell. The event emphasized honoring past and present service members through a tribute led by Jonathan Club member Jason Mayo.

NOV 14th
INVESTING IN INTEGRITY

Gary and Suzanne Littrell in attendance, with Gary holding one of the special auction items featured below.

Below, Board Member Pete Seitz introduces CSM Gary Littrell MOH

The Lawyers for Warriors event was a momentous occasion that both Medal of Honor recipient Gary Littrell and his wife Suzanne Littrell enjoyed. The event took place at the Balboa Bay Club & Resort. In this meaningful evening, John C. Manly, Esq. received the award for Attorney of the Year, while Veteran of the year went to Hon. Richard King.

A signed Grenache magnum, an out-of-print Medal of Honor: Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty book, a signed folio of USPS “Medal of Honor: Vietnam War” Forever stamps, and a Gary Littrell coin were auctioned to help The Integrity Path meet its year-end fundraising goals. Each item was personally signed and personalized for the winning bidder.

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GARY LITTRELL, MOH FOUNDERS MESSAGE

These past events reminded me why this mission matters so much. The veterans we stood with and the students we spent time with each showed their own kind of courage. It brought me back to the simple truth that integrity isn’t a speech, it’s something you live every day, one choice at a time.

Nov 7th

A NIGHT OF FUNDRAISING, WITH STORIES OF SACRIFICE

CSM Gary ret. MOH & Suzanne Littrell with Auxiliary Members of Post 281.

The American Legion Auxiliary Veteran's Day event was a night to remember. Gary spoke about how war changes a person — and how no two people return the same. He spoke about Private First Class, Medal of Honor recipient Kenneth M. Kays and Sergeant, Medal of Honor Recipient Gary B. Beikirch and how the war changed their lives.

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Nov 11th

SANTA MONICA VETERAN'S DAY TRIBUTE

LAUSD JROTC cadets present the colors, with Gary Littrell, General Bryan P. Fenton, and Post 283’s Jim Craig featured in accompanying photo

Santa Monica Pier Veterans Day event held on November 11, 2025, organized with support from American Legion Post 283 and Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army Sonki Hong. Command Sergeant Major (Ret.), Medal of Honor Recipient Gary Littrel was a guest of honor.


The event included a Chinook helicopter flyover, JROTC posting of colors from James Monroe High School, and a keynote address from General Bryan P. Fenton, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command. 

Awards were presented by Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete to the Post 283 “Palisades Fire Recovery Heroes,”

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NOV 12th
INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ENGINEERS

Suzanne Littrell speaks about bullying to Westminster High School students and faculty. Group photo below.

Our visit with Westminster High School’s competitive rocket teams was truly meaningful. Their staff shared how much it mattered for the students to hear a message rooted in integrity and real purpose, especially in a world where teens are flooded with superficial ideas about what makes them valuable. They told us that taking the time to speak with their students will have a lasting impact.


The students’ excitement was just as powerful. They posted their own photos and videos expressing gratitude, and they were proud to show us the hard work behind their rockets. We look forward to following their journey as they continue to grow both in engineering and in character.

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NOV 14th
THE STORY OF THE INTEGRITY PATH

Gary and Suzanne Littrell with Joe Ramirez

Gary and Suzanne Littrell sat down with Veteran’s Media on Joe Ramirez’s Post 283 Podcast to share how The Integrity Path began and to reflect on Gary’s journey—from an extraordinary, determined teenager with big goals to becoming a recipient of our nation’s highest military honor, the Medal of Honor.

Ana Medina: Featured Articles

Mike Nguyen, Director of Military and Veterans Affairs for the Battleship IOWA, plays an essential role in supporting programs and partnerships aboard the ship. His leadership helps ensure that military, veteran, and community initiatives remain strong and impactful. Along with Jonathan Williams, President & CEO of the Pacific Battleship Center—which oversees LA Fleet Week, Battleship IOWA, and the National Museum of the Surface Navy—continues to guide the long-term vision and mission of preserving the USS Iowa and expanding its educational reach in support of T.I.P.

LA Fleet Week, Battleship IOWA, and National Museum of the Surface Navy The USS Iowa (BB-61) stands as one of the most iconic warships in United States naval history, representing the pinnacle of battleship design and serving as the lead ship of the celebrated Iowa-class fast battleships. Nicknamed “The Big Stick” a nod to President Theodore Roosevelt’s foreign policy motto USS Iowa earned distinction through decades of service spanning World War II, the Korean War, the Cold War, and its final decommissioning in 1990.

During the time of global military escalation, the USS Iowa was designed to counter fast enemy vessels and escort aircrafts carriers across the Pacific. On June 27, 1940, the keel was laid at the New York Navy Yard. The launch for the ship was on August 27th, 1942, and later commissioned on February 22, 1943. Being the fastest, largest and most powerful ship ever built by the U.S Navy, Iowa combined heavy firepower with remarkable speed and capable of exceeding 33 knots.

On April 19, 1989, unfortunately tragedy struck when a turret explosion occurred on the forward 16 in Gun Turret Two killed 47 sailors. Despite investigations and worldwide attention, Iowa continued limited service until the decommissioning on October 26th, 1990, marking the end of the battleship era.

The USS Iowa’s career reflects the evolution of American naval power from battleship supremacy to missile era strategy. As a museum, the battleship continues to educate, inspire, and honor generations of U.S Navy service members. *