Clifton T. Speicher-Jennerstown, PA
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Don.Morfe
N 40° 07.812 W 079° 06.732
17T E 660840 N 4443916
Koren War Medal of Honor Recipient for action near Minarigo, Korea on June 14, 1952. He was killed in action. He is buried in Beam German Reformed Church Cemetery, Jennerstown, PA.
Waymark Code: WMXGWK
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 01/11/2018
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He was born on March 25, 1931 in Gray, PA and died on June 14, 1952 in South Korea. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *SPEICHER, CLIFTON T.
• Rank and organization: Corporal, U.S. Army, Company F, 223d Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division.
• Place and date: Near Minarigol, Korea, 14 June 1952.
• Entered service at: Gray, Pa.
• G.O. No.: 65, 19 August 1953.
Citation: Cpl. Speicher distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and indomitable courage above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. While participating in an assault to secure a key terrain feature, Cpl. Speicher's squad was pinned down by withering small-arms mortar, and machine gun fire. Although already wounded he left the comparative safety of his position, and made a daring charge against the machine gun emplacement. Within 10 yards of the goal, he was again wounded by small-arms fire but continued on, entered the bunker, killed 2 hostile soldiers with his rifle, a third with his bayonet, and silenced the machine gun. Inspired by this incredible display of valor, the men quickly moved up and completed the mission. Dazed and shaken, he walked to the foot of the hill where he collapsed and died. Cpl. Speicher's consummate sacrifice and unflinching devotion to duty reflect lasting glory upon himself and uphold the noble traditions of the military service.
Armed Service: Army
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