Donald R. Lobaugh-Rimersburg, PA
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World War II Medal of Honor Recipient for action near Afua, New Guinea on July 22, 1944. He was killed in action. He is buried in Rimersburg Cemetery, Rimersburg, PA.
Waymark Code: WMX2QV
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 11/18/2017
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He was born on February 7, 1925 in Freeport, PA and died on July 22, 1944 in New Guinea. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *LOBAUGH, DONALD R.
• Rank and organization: Private, U .S. Army, 127th Infantry, 32d Infantry Division
• Place and date: Near Afua, New Guinea, 22 July 1944
• Entered service at: Freeport, Pa.
• G.O. No.: 31, 17 April 1945
Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty near Afua, New Guinea, on 22 July 1944. While Pvt. Lobaugh's company was withdrawing from its position on 21 July, the enemy attacked and cut off approximately 1 platoon of our troops. The platoon immediately occupied, organized, and defended a position, which it held throughout the night. Early on 22 July, an attempt was made to effect its withdrawal, but during the preparation therefor, the enemy emplaced a machinegun, protected by the fire of rifles and automatic weapons, which blocked the only route over which the platoon could move. Knowing that it was the key to the enemy position, Pfc. Lobaugh volunteered to attempt to destroy this weapon, even though in order to reach it he would be forced to work his way about 30 yards over ground devoid of cover. When part way across this open space he threw a hand grenade, but exposed himself in the act and was wounded. Heedless of his wound, he boldly rushed the emplacement, firing as he advanced. The enemy concentrated their fire on him, and he was struck repeatedly, but he continued his attack and killed 2 more before he was himself slain. Pfc. Lobaugh's heroic actions inspired his comrades to press the attack, and to drive the enemy from the position with heavy losses. His fighting determination and intrepidity in battle exemplify the highest traditions of the U.S. Armed
Armed Service: Army
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