Korean War Medal of Honor recipient. Served as a Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company B, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. Near Chinchon, Korea, on July 4, 1951, his platoon was ordered to withdraw when their position was outflanked by a superior enemy force. He voluntarily remained and covered the platoon's retreat. He fired his weapon and hurled grenades at the onrushing enemy until his ammunition was exhausted. He fought on, clubbing with his rifle and using his bayonet until he was mortally wounded. After the action, it was estimated that he had accounted for 37 enemy casualties.
Korean War Medal of Honor recipient. Served as a Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company B, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. Near Chinchon, Korea, on July 4, 1951, his platoon was ordered to withdraw when their position was outflanked by a superior enemy force. He voluntarily remained and covered the platoon's retreat. He fired his weapon and hurled grenades at the onrushing enemy until his ammunition was exhausted. He fought on, clubbing with his rifle and using his bayonet until he was mortally wounded. After the action, it was estimated that he had accounted for 37 enemy casualties.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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