Harrison Manyoma

Originally from Houston, Texas, Harrison Manyoma, the son of Franklin Manyoma (Father) and the-late Luz Edelman Manyoma-Bermudez, joined the U.S. Army in April 1999. In July 2004, while on a routine patrol in West Baghdad, the vehicle Sgt. Manyoma’s was traveling in was right next to a suicide car bomber as it exploded. As the smoke cleared, Harrison heard the enemy engaging with AK-47s. Manyoma sprang into action, providing first aid to his medic and then returning fire to hold off the enemy.  As a result of the initial bomb, Harrison suffered from third degree burns to his right hand, fingers, arm and forearm, a ruptured ear drum, blurred vision, and memory loss.

In addition to his Purple Heart, Mr. Manyoma received numerous commendations and awards including the Army Commendation Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal, and more.

Sgt. Manyoma was honorably discharged in 2005. Today he lives in Cannel City, where he works with the Heroes to Heroes Foundation. He is also a Pastor and mentor for young people and fellow combat veterans.

In 2021, Manyoma was selected to be part of the Purple Heart Patriot Project Mission, representing Kentucky.