Anund C. Roark-San Diego, CA
Posted by: 
Don.Morfe
N 32° 41.202 W 117° 14.616
11S E 477163 N 3616581
Vietnam War Medal of Honor Recipient for action in Kontum Province, Republic of Vietnam on May 16, 1968. He was killed in action. He is buried in Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego CA in Section O, Site 1855.
Waymark Code: WMXT65
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 02/23/2018
Views: 1
He was born on February 17, 1948 in Vallejo, CA and died on May 16, 1968 in Vietnam. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *ROARK, ANUND C.
• Rank and Organization: Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company C, 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Infantry Division
• Place and Date: Kontum Province, Republic of Vietnam, 16 May 1968
Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sgt. Roark distinguished himself by extraordinary gallantry while serving with Company C. Sgt. Roark was the point squad leader of a small force which had the mission of rescuing 11 men in a hilltop observation post under heavy attack by a company-size force, approximately 1,000 meters from the battalion perimeter. As lead elements of the relief force reached the besieged observation post, intense automatic weapons fire from enemy occupied bunkers halted their movement. Without hesitation, Sgt. Roark maneuvered his squad, repeatedly exposing himself to withering enemy fire to hurl grenades and direct the fire of his squad to gain fire superiority and cover the withdrawal of the outpost and evacuation of its casualties. Frustrated in their effort to overrun the position, the enemy swept the hilltop with small arms and volleys of grenades. Seeing a grenade land in the midst of his men, Sgt. Roark, with complete disregard for his safety, hurled himself upon the grenade, absorbing its blast with his body. Sgt. Roark's magnificent leadership and dauntless courage saved the lives of many of his comrades and were the inspiration for the successful relief of the outpost. His actions which culminated in the supreme sacrifice of his life were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service, and reflect great credit on himself and the U.S. Army .
Armed Service: Army
|
Visit Instructions:
To properly log your find, post a photograph of the medal recipient's grave marker. Do not place anything on the grave when taking the photo. If you have more information about the recipient please include it in your log.