Other Memories 1st Separate Battalion (Rein), FMF, Camp Lejeune, New River, NC
Jan 1943 Pvt, Co B, 1stSepBn (Rein), FMF, MB, New River, NC “23Oct42; 4-12, fur.”
1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, FMF, Camp Pendleton, CA
Apr 1943 Pvt, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, Reinf, FMF, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Jul 1943 Pvt, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Oct 1943 PFC, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, FMF, In the Field
Jan 1944 PFC, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, In the Field (Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands) “745; 11, emb on board USS DU PAGE at San Diego, Calif.; 13, sailed therefrom.; 13-31, at sea enroute”
Feb 1944 PFC, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, In the Field (Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands) “1-2, participated in battle of Roi-Namur, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands; 2, Killed in action"
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, 02 Feb 1944, during offensive operations against Imperial Japanese Forces on Roi-Namur Island, 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 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 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
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Jan 1944, arrived in the Pacific Theater of Operations with Company B, 1st Battalion, 24th Marines, 4th Marine Division, FMF, In the Field.
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
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Roi-Namur Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands.
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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
Other Memories 10th Recruit Battalion, Recruit Depot, Marine Barracks, Parris Island, SC
Oct 1942 Pvt, 10thRecBn, RD, MB, Parris Island, SC “23Oct42; 24, jd fr ERD. 23, enl DHS New York, N.Y.”
Jan 1943 Pvt, 10thRecBn, RD, MB, Parris Island, SC ” 4, to 1stSepBn, FMF, TC, New River, NC"
Other Memories 10th Recruit Battalion, Recruit Depot, Marine Barracks, Parris Island, SC
Oct 1942 Pvt, 10thRecBn, RD, MB, Parris Island, SC “23Oct42; 24, jd fr ERD. 23, enl DHS New York, N.Y.”
Jan 1943 Pvt, 10thRecBn, RD, MB, Parris Island, SC ” 4, to 1stSepBn, FMF, TC, New River, NC"
1st Separate Battalion (Rein), FMF, Camp Lejeune, New River, NC
Jan 1943 Pvt, Co B, 1stSepBn (Rein), FMF, MB, New River, NC “23Oct42; 4-12, fur.”
1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, FMF, Camp Pendleton, CA
Apr 1943 Pvt, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, Reinf, FMF, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Jul 1943 Pvt, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
Oct 1943 PFC, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA
1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division, FMF, In the Field
Jan 1944 PFC, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, In the Field (Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands) “745; 11, emb on board USS DU PAGE at San Diego, Calif.; 13, sailed therefrom.; 13-31, at sea enroute”
Feb 1944 PFC, Co B, 1stBn, 24thMar, 4thMarDiv, FMF, In the Field (Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands) “1-2, participated in battle of Roi-Namur, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands; 2, Killed in action"