Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Macon, North Carolina
Honored By
Pearl Thomas
Served in the 1st Battalion, 24th Marines and 2nd Battalion, 24th Marines. Fought in the Battle of Kwajalein, Battle of Saipan, Battle of Tinian, and Battle of Iwo Jima. Received Bronze Star with Combat 'V' and 5/16" Gold Star, Purple Heart, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with four 3/16" service stars, American Campaign Medal, American Defense Service Medal, Navy Presidential Unit Citation with two stars, and WWII Victory Medal.