Branch of Service
U.S. Marine Corps
Hometown
Dallas, Texas
Honored By
Pearl Thomas
He was attached to the 28th Marine Regiment and sailed to the Pacific Theater of Operations in 1944. The 28th Marine Regiment sailed as part of the 5th Marine Division. He participated in the planning and assault on Iwo Jima. He was decorated with the Bronze St Medal with Combat 'V' for his bravery in action, and also received a Navy Presidential Unit Citation. After the war, sailed to Japan and took part in occupation duties at Sasebo.