This Week in Ark. History, Episode 33, "Footsie Britt"
Channel: Arkansas Secretary of State John Thurston
Date: 02/07/2013

Episode 33, "Footsie Britt," is part of a made-for-radio series presented by Secretary of State Mark Martin. This edition continues our spotlight on Arkansas's Medal of Honor heroes who are remembered with a monument on the Capitol grounds. 

A hero in football, Maurice "Footsie" Britt was also heroic on the battlefield in World War II. He fought to save Rome from German attack and was wounded in the chest, face and hands from grenade blasts. He fought on, even after a bullet pierced his side, and valiantly lead a counter attack. 

Britt recovered from his wounds and remained in the Army. Months later, he lost an arm during another battle. He returned home to Arkansas where he became a successful businessman and serve two terms as Lieutenant Governor.

Each episode of "This Week" features notable events, personalities and landmarks that have shaped the state's history. We've adapted these clips for the web to bring you a peek into the Natural State's past that we hope you'll enjoy. Watch for more episodes on our YouTube channel, ArkansasSOS.