World War II Honoree
World War II Veteran
Archie Edward O'Neil
Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Williamson, West Virginia
Honored By
Pearl Thomas
Participated in the Battle of Midway and was decorated with the Bronze Star with Combat 'V'. Transferred to 9th Defense Battalion and participated in the Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, and New Georgia Campaigns. For his service at New Georgia, he received Navy Commendation Medal with Combat 'V'. Led his unit during the Recapture of Guam. Received his second Bronze Star Medal with Combat 'V' and Navy Unit Commendation for his service at Guam.