Criteria The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, kill... The Purple Heart may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the Armed Forces, has been wounded, killed, or who has died or may die of wounds received in armed combat or as a result of an act of international terrorism. The criteria were announced in a War Department circular dated February 22, 1932, and authorized award to soldiers, upon their request, who had been awarded the Meritorious Service Citation Certificate, Army Wound Ribbon, or were authorized to wear Wound Chevrons subsequent to April 5, 1917 MoreHide
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Killed in Action, 31 Jan 1944, during operations against Imperial Japanese Forces on Ennumennet Islet, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands.
Criteria The Combat Action Ribbon is a personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (when operating under the control of the Navy) in the grade of captain (or colonel in th... The Combat Action Ribbon is a personal decoration awarded to members of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard (when operating under the control of the Navy) in the grade of captain (or colonel in the Marine Corps) and below who have actively participated in ground or surface combat. (World War II and Korea War service rate one ribbon for each period only) MoreHide
Description Combat Action Ribbon Eligibility for the Navy version (Navy-Marine Corps 1969, retroactive from December 7, 1941). Specifically; Dec. 7, 1941 to Apr. 14, 1946 (World War II) an award of only once per ... Combat Action Ribbon Eligibility for the Navy version (Navy-Marine Corps 1969, retroactive from December 7, 1941). Specifically; Dec. 7, 1941 to Apr. 14, 1946 (World War II) an award of only once per period. MoreHide
Criteria The Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members in the Regular Marine Corps or Marine Corps Reserve to recognize good behavior and faithful service in the U.S. ... The Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal is awarded on a selective basis to enlisted members in the Regular Marine Corps or Marine Corps Reserve to recognize good behavior and faithful service in the U.S. Marine Corps while on active duty for a specified period of time. MoreHide
Comments For first award only, the MCGCM may be awarded, provided conduct requirements are met, to the next of kin in those cases where service member is killed in combat action against an opposing armed force... For first award only, the MCGCM may be awarded, provided conduct requirements are met, to the next of kin in those cases where service member is killed in combat action against an opposing armed force, or dies as a direct result of wounds received in combat action against an opposing armed force, or dies in the line of duty where such death was directly related to actions against the enemy. MoreHide
Criteria The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following condi... The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Criteria The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following condi... The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal was awarded for for qualifying service within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946, under any of the following conditions: On permanent assignment within the Asiatic-Pacific Theater; or, For service in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service in active combat in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater of Operations against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat. MoreHide
Description
Jan 1944, arrived in the Pacific Theater of Operations with the Company L, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, FMF, In the Field.
Criteria
The World War II Victory Medal commemorates military service during the Second World War.
Description Under the provisions of ALNAV #353-45, dated 22 October 1945, you are eligible for the World War II Victory Medal and are authorized to wear the World War II Victory Ribbon, by reason of having served... Under the provisions of ALNAV #353-45, dated 22 October 1945, you are eligible for the World War II Victory Medal and are authorized to wear the World War II Victory Ribbon, by reason of having served honorably in the U.S. Marine Corps, Navy or Coast Guard, at any time during the period beginning 7 December 1941 and ending with a future date. MoreHide
Description Japan took over in 1914 and colonised the Marshalls extensively, developing and fortifying large bases on many of the islands. Roi-Namur was the target of the U.S. 4th Marine Division in the Battle ofJapan took over in 1914 and colonised the Marshalls extensively, developing and fortifying large bases on many of the islands. Roi-Namur was the target of the U.S. 4th Marine Division in the Battle of Kwajalein, in February 1944. During the Japanese occupation, the two islands were connected by a narrow neck of land and causeway. After the American occupation, US Navy SeaBees filled the area between the islands by December 1944; the two islands are now joined are presently called Roi-Namur with a total area of about one square mile.... More
Memories On 31 Jan, 1944, PFC PARKER participated in operations against Imperial Japanese Forces on the isletOn 31 Jan, 1944, PFC PARKER participated in operations against Imperial Japanese Forces on the islet of Ennumennet, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands. He was Killed in Action, 31 Jan 1944, during clearing operations against Imperial Japanese Forces to allow 4th Marine Division artillery units to use the islet as a platform to support the landing operations on Roi and Namur islets the following day, 01 Feb 1944.... More
Other Memories Company L, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Oct 1943 PFC, Co L, 3rdBn, 25thMar, 4thMarDiv, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA “746” Company L, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, FMF, In the Field
Jan 1944 PFC, Co L, 3rdBn, 25thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, In the Field (Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands) “746; 10, emb on bd USS WILLIAM P. BIDDLE; 13, sailed fr San Diego, Calif.; 13-30, enroute; 31, disemb at Ennumennent Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands; 31, killed in action against the enemy on Ennumennent Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands; Buried on Namur Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands, Plot #2, Row #1, Grave #35; GO#20 does not apply; Char: Exc"
Other Memories 1st Guard Company, Marine Barracks, Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, RI
Jan 1942 Pvt, 1stGdCo, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI “3Dec41; 31, jdfr 4thRecBn, RDep, MB, Parris Island, SC”
Apr 1942 Pvt, 1stGdCo, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI 2nd Guard Company, Marine Barracks, Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, RI
Jul 1942 Pvt, 2ndGdCo, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI “1-21, Msm.; 22, to BksDet, Post” Barracks Detachment, Marine Barracks, Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, RI
Oct 1942 PFC, BksDet, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI
Jan 1943 PFC, BksDet, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI “19, to 1stGdCo, Post” 1st Guard Company, Marine Barracks, Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, RI
Jan 1943 PFC, 1stGdCo, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI “3Dec41; 19, jdfr BksDet, Post”
Apr 1943 PFC, 1stGdCo, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI
Jul 1943 PFC, 1stGdCo, MB, NAS, Quonset Point, RI
Criteria The American Campaign Medal was awarded for For thirty days service outside the Continental United States but within the American Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946; or,... The American Campaign Medal was awarded for For thirty days service outside the Continental United States but within the American Theater of Operations between December 7, 1941, and March 2, 1946; or, an aggregate service of one year within the Continental United States during the same period under the following circumstances: On permanent assignment outside the continental limits of the United States; or, On permanent assignment as a member of a crew of a vessel sailing ocean waters for a period of 30 consecutive days or 60 non-consecutive days; or, For service outside the continental limits of the United States in a passenger status or on temporary duty for 30 consecutive days or 60 non consecutive days; or, For service in active combat against the enemy and awarded a combat decoration or furnished a certificate by the commanding general of a corps, higher unit, or independent force that the individual actually participated in combat; or, For service within the continental limits of the United States for an aggregate period of one year. MoreHide
Criteria The American Defense Service Medal was awarded for service in the Armed Forces between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941. Army members had to serve 12 months to be eligible, but Navy and Marine ... The American Defense Service Medal was awarded for service in the Armed Forces between September 8, 1939, and December 7, 1941. Army members had to serve 12 months to be eligible, but Navy and Marine Corps members were eligible based on any length of service. MoreHide
Description
Awarded to all persons in the naval service on active duty during the period 08 Sep 1939 to 07 Dec 1941, inclusive.
Company L, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Oct 1943 PFC, Co L, 3rdBn, 25thMar, 4thMarDiv, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA “746”
Company L, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, FMF, In the Field
Jan 1944 PFC, Co L, 3rdBn, 25thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, In the Field (Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands) “746; 10, emb on bd USS WILLIAM P. BIDDLE; 13, sailed fr San Diego, Calif.; 13-30, enroute; 31, disemb at Ennumennent Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands; 31, killed in action against the enemy on Ennumennent Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands; Buried on Namur Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands, Plot #2, Row #1, Grave #35; GO#20 does not apply; Char: Exc"