John Vincent Power-Worcester, MA
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Don.Morfe
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World War II Medal of Honor Recipient for action at the battle of Namur Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands on February 1, 1944. He was killed in action. He is buried in Saint Johns Cemetery, Worcester, MA in Section D, Range 9, Lot 4.
Waymark Code: WMX71N
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 12/05/2017
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He was born on November 20, 1918 in Worcester, MA and died on February 1, 1944 in the Marshall Islands. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *POWER, JOHN VINCENT
• Rank and organization. First Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps
Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as platoon leader, attached to the 4th Marine Division, during the landing and battle of Namur Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands, 1 February 1944. Severely wounded in the stomach while setting a demolition charge on a Japanese pillbox, 1st Lt. Power was steadfast in his determination to remain in action. Protecting his wound with his left hand and firing with his right, he courageously advanced as another hostile position was taken under attack, fiercely charging the opening made by the explosion and emptying his carbine into the pillbox. While attempting to reload and continue the attack, 1st Lt. Power was shot again in the stomach and head and collapsed in the doorway. His exceptional valor, fortitude and indomitable fighting spirit in the face of withering enemy fire were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Armed Service: Marines
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