World War II Honoree

Henry Alfred Commiskey, Sr.

Branch of Service

U.S. Marine Corps

Hometown

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Honored By

SFC Steven A. Nimocks

During WWII, he was wounded in action during the Battle of Iwo Island (Jima). He received the Purple Heart and Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with a 'V' device. The citation included exhibiting high qualities of leadership and courage in the face of a stubborn and fanatical enemy.