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Marine Sgt Michael Strank (Iwo Jima Flag Raiser).
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Casualty Info
Home Town Jarabenia,
Last Address Conemaugh, PA
He grew up in Frankiln Borough, near the city of Johnstown, PA
Casualty Date Mar 01, 1945
Cause KIA-Killed in Action
Reason Artillery, Rocket, Mortar
Location Iwo Jima (Japan)
Conflict World War II
Location of Interment Arlington National Cemetery (VLM) - Arlington, Virginia
The 3rd Battalion 7th Marine Regiment (3/7) is an infantry battalion of the United States Marine Corps. They are based at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms and consist of approximately 800 Marines. The battalion falls under the command of the 7th Marine Regiment and the 1st Marine Division. The battalion has seen combat in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War and was a part of the main effort during the initial invasion of Iraq in 2003. They have since deployed five times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom as well as three times in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, and continue operations in Afghanistan. The unit has a long, decorated history with countless achievements. Its members were described as "true professionals" by embedded reporters during the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
