Charles W. Turner-Arlington, VA
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Don.Morfe
N 38° 52.710 W 077° 04.104
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Korean War Medal of Honor Recipient for action near Yongsan, Korea on September 1, 1950. He was killed in action. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Section 12, Site 7762.
Waymark Code: WMXH1Y
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 01/12/2018
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He was born on May 28, 1921 in Boston, MA and died on September 2, 1950 in South Korea. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: *TURNER, CHARLES W.
• Rank and organization: Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army, 2d Reconnaissance Company, 2d Infantry Division.
• Place and date: Near Yongsan, Korea, 1 September 1950.
• Entered service at: Massachusetts.
• G.O. No.: 10, 16 February 1951.
Citation: Sfc. Turner distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. A large enemy force launched a mortar and automatic weapon supported assault against his platoon. Sfc. Turner, a section leader, quickly organized his unit for defense and then observed that the attack was directed at the tank section 100 yards away. Leaving his secured section he dashed through a hail of fire to the threatened position and, mounting a tank, manned the exposed turret machine gun. Disregarding the intense enemy fire he calmly held this position delivering deadly accurate fire and pointing out targets for the tank's 75mm. gun. His action resulted in the destruction of 7 enemy machine gun nests. Although severely wounded he remained at the gun shouting encouragement to his comrades. During the action the tank received over 50 direct hits; the periscopes and antenna were shot away and 3 rounds hit the machine gun mount. Despite this fire he remained at his post until a burst of enemy fire cost him his life. This intrepid and heroic performance enabled the platoon to withdraw and later launch an attack which routed the enemy. Sfc. Turner's valor and example reflect the highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with the esteemed traditions of the U.S. Army.
Armed Service: Army
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