The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to
CORPORAL JOHN P. FARDY UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Squad Leader, serving with Company C, First Battalion, First Marines, First Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Islands, 7 May 1945. When his squad was suddenly assailed by extremely heavy small-arms fire from the front during a determined advance against strongly fortified, fiercely defended Japanese positions, Corporal Fardy temporarily deployed his men along a near-by drainage ditch. Shortly thereafter, an enemy grenade fell among the Marines in the ditch. Instantly throwing himself upon the deadly missile, Corporal Fardy absorbed the exploding blast in his own body, thereby protecting his comrades from certain and perhaps fatal injuries. Concerned solely for the welfare of his men, he willingly relinquished his own hope of survival that his fellow Marines might live to carry on the fight against a fanatic enemy. A stouthearted leader and indomitable fighter, Corporal Fardy, by his prompt decision and resolute spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of certain death, had rendered valiant service, and his conduct throughout reflects the highest credit upon himself and the United Stated Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
/S/ HARRY S. TRUMAN
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FIELD
PVT OSCAR W. FIELD
PVTOSCARW.FIELD Medal of Honor 1899 MarDet USS Nashville Cuba
MEDAL OF HONORFIELD, Oscar W. Private, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.521 July 7, 1899
CITATION:
While serving on board the U.S.S. NASHVILLE, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading form Cienfuegos Cuba, May 11, 1898, under heavy fire of the enemy.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FISHER
PVT HARRY FISHER
PVTHARRYFISHER Medal of Honor 1900
China
MEDAL OF HONOR
FISHER, Harry Private, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No. 55 July 19, 1901
CITATION:
Served in the presence of the enemy at the battle of Peking, China, 20 June to 16 July 1900. Assisting in the erection of barricades during the action, Fisher was killed by the heavy fire of the enemy.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FLEMING
CAPT RICHARD E. FLEMING
CAPTRICHARDE.FLEMING Medal of Honor 1942
Midway
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR to
CAPTAIN RICHARD E. FLEMING UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty as Flight Officer, Marine Scout-Bombing Squadron TWO FORTY-ONE during action against enemy Japanese forces in the Battle of Midway on June 4 and 5, 1942. When his squadron Commander was shot down during the initial attack upon an enemy aircraft carrier, Captain Fleming led the remainder of the division with such fearless determination that he dived his own plane to the perilously low altitude of four hundred feet before releasing his bomb. Although his craft was riddled by 179 hits in the blistering hail of fire that burst upon him from Japanese fighter guns and antiaircraft batteries, he pulled out with only two minor wounds inflicted upon himself. On the night of June 4, when the Squadron Commander lost his way and became separated from the others, Captain Fleming brought his own plane in for a safe landing at its base despite hazardous weather conditions and total darkness. The following day, after less that four hours' sleep, he led the second division of his squadron in a coordinated glide-bombing and dive- bombing assault upon a Japanese battleship. Undeterred by a fateful approach glide, during which his ship was struck and set afire, he grimly pressed home his attack to an altitude of five hundred feet, released his bomb to score a near-miss on the stern of his target, then crashed to the sea in flames. His dauntless perseverance and unyielding devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
/S/ FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FOLEY
SGT ALEXANDER J. FOLEY
SGTALEXANDERJ.FOLEY Medal of Honor 1901
China
MEDAL OF HONORFOLEY, Alexander J. Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.55 July 19, 1901
CITATION:
In the presence of the enemy in the battle near Tientsin, China, 13 July 1900, Foley distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FORSTERER
SGT BRUNO A. FORSTERER
SGTBRUNOA.FORSTERER Medal of Honor 1899
Samoa
MEDAL OF HONOR
FORSTERER, Bruno A. Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.55 July 19, 1901
CITATION:
For distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Samoa, April 1, 1899.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FOSS
CAPT JOSEPH J. FOSS
CAPTJOSEPHJ.FOSS Medal of Honor 1942 VMA Guadalcanal
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR to
CAPTAIN JOSEPH J. FOSS UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
For outstanding heroism and courage above and beyond the call of duty as Executive Officer of a Marine Fighting Squadron, at Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands. Engaging in almost daily combat with the enemy from October 9 to November 19, 1942, Captain Foss personally shot down twenty-three Japanese planes and damaged others so severely that their destruction was extremely probable. In addition, during this period, he successfully led a large number of escort missions, skillfully covering reconnaissance, bombing and photographic planes as well as surface craft. On January 15, 1943, he added three more enemy planes to his already brilliant successes for a record of aerial combat achievement unsurpassed in this war. Boldly searching out an approaching enemy force on January 25, Captain Foss led his eight F4F Marine planes and four Army P-38s into action and, undaunted by tremendously superior numbers, intercepted and struck with such force that four Japanese fighters were shot down and the bombers were turned bac
k without releasing a single bomb. His remarkable flying skill, inspiring leadership and indomitable fighting spirit were distinctive factors in the defense of strategic American positions on Guadalcanal.
/S/ FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FOSTER
PFC WILLIAM A. FOSTER
PFCWILLIAMA.FOSTER Medal of Honor 1945 3/1/1 Okinawa
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to
PRIVATE FIRST CLASS WILLIAM A. FOSTER UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Riflema(n with Company K, Third Battalion, First Marines, First Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Chain, 2 May 1945. Dug in with another Marine on the point of the perimeter defense after waging a furious assault against a strongly fortified Japanese position, Private First Class Foster and comrade engaged in a fierce hand grenade duel with infiltrating enemy soldiers. Suddenly an enemy grenade landed beyond reach in the foxhole. Instantly diving on the deadly missile, Private First Class Foster absorbed the exploding charge in his own body, thereby protecting the other Marine from serious injury. Although mortally wounded as a result of his heroic action, he quickly rallied, handed his own remaining two grenades to his comrade and said, "Make them count." Stouthearted and indomitable, he had unhesitatingly relinquished his own chance of survival that his fellow Marine might carry on the relentless fight against a fanatic enemy, and his dauntless determination, cool decision and valiant spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of certain death reflect the highest credit upon Private First Class Foster and in the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.
/S/ HARRY S. TRUMAN
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FOSTER
SGT PAUL H. FOSTER
SGTPAULH.FOSTER Medal of Honor 1967 2/4/3 Vietnam
The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pride in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR posthumously to
SERGEANT PAUL H. FOSTER UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS RESERVE
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as an Artillery Liaison Operations Chief with the Second Battalion, Fourth Marines, Third Marine Division, near Con Thien in the Republic of Vietnam. In the early morning hours of 14 October 1967, the Second Battalion was occupying a defensive position which protected a bridge on the road leading from Con Thein to Cam Lo. Suddenly, the Marines' position came under a heavy volume of mortar and artillery fire, followed by an aggressive enemy ground assault. In the ensuing engagement, the hostile forces penetrated the perimeter and brought a heavy concentration of small arms, automatic weapons, and rocket fire to bear on the Battalion Command Post. Although his position in the Fire Support Coordination Center was dangerously exposed to enemy fire and he was wounded when an enemy hand grenade exploded near his position, Sergeant Foster resolutely continued to direct accurate mortar and artillery fire on the advancing North Vietnamese troops. As the attack continued, a hand grenade landed in the midst of Sergeant Foster and his five companions. Realizing the danger, he shouted a warning, threw his armored vest over the grenade, and unhesitatingly placed his own body over the armored vest. When the grenade exploded, Sergeant Foster absorbed the entire blast with his own body and was mortally wounded. His heroic actions undoubtedly saved his comrades from further injury or possible death. Sergeant Foster's courage, extraordinary heroism, and unfaltering devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and the Marine Corps and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
/S/ RICHARD NIXON
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FOX
CAPT WESLEY I. FOX
CAPTWESLEYI.FOX Medal of Honor 1969 1/9/3 Vietnam
The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pleasure in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to
CAPTAIN WESLEY L. FOX UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
for service as set forth in the following
CITATION:
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Commanding Officer of Company A, First Battalion, Ninth Marines, Third Marine Division, in action against the enemy in the northern A Shau Valley, Quang Tri Province, Republic of Vietnam, on 22 February 1969. Captain (then First Lieutenant) Fox's company came under intense fire from a large well-concealed enemy force. Captain Fox maneuvered to a position from which he could assess the situation and confer with his platoon leaders. As they departed to execute the plan he had devised, the enemy attacked and Captain Fox was wounded along with all of the other members of the command group, except the executive officer. Captain Fox continued to direct the activity of his company. Advancing through heavy enemy fire, he personally neutralized one enemy position and calmly ordered an assault against the hostile emplacements. He then moved through the hazardous area coordinating aircraft support with the activities of his men. When his executive officer was mortally wounded, Captain Fox reorganized the company and directed the fire of his men as they hurled grenades against the enemy and drove the hostile forces into retreat. Wounded again in the final assault, Captain Fox refused medical attention, established a defensive posture, and supervised the preparation of casualties for medical evacuation. His indomitable courage, inspiring initiative, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of grave personal danger inspired
his Marines to such aggressive actions that they overcame all enemy resistance and destroyed a large bunker complex. Captain Fox's heroic actions reflect great credit upon himself and the Marine Corps, and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
/S/ RICHARD M. NIXON
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FRANCIS
PVT CHARLES R. FRANCIS
PVTCHARLESR.FRANCIS Medal of Honor 1900
China
MEDAL OF HONORFRANCIS, Charles Robert Private, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.55 July 19, 1901
CITATION:
In the presence of the enemy during the battle near Tientsin, China, 21 June 1900, Francis distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FRANKLIN
PVT JOSEPH J. FRANKLIN
PVTJOSEPHJ.FRANKLIN Medal of Honor 1898 MarDet USS Nashville Cuba
MEDAL OF HONOR
FRANKLIN, Joseph John Private, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.521 July 7 1899
CITATION:
On board the U.S.S. NASHVILLE during the operation of cutting the cable leading form Cienfeugos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Franklin set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FRY
SGT ISAAC N. FRY
SGTISAACN.FRY Medal of Honor 1865 MarDet USS Ticonderoga Civil War
MEDAL OF HONORFRY, Isaac N. Orderly Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.59 June 22, 1865
CITATION:
On board the U.S.S. TICONDEROGA during attacks on Fort Fisher, 13 to 15 January 1865. As orderly sergeant of Marine guard, and captain of a gun, Orderly Sergeant Fry performed his duties with skill and courage as the TICONDEROGA maintained a well-placed fire upon the batteries to the left of the palisades during the initial phases of the 3-day battle, and thereafter, as she considerably lessened the firing power of guns on the mount which had been turned upon our assaulting columns. During this action the flag was planted on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels.
US Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
FRYER
CAPT ELI T. FRYER
CAPTELIT.FRYER Medal of Honor 1914
Vera Cruz
MEDAL OF HONOR
FRYER, Eli Thompson Captain, U.S. Marine Corps G.O. Navy Department, No.177 December 4, 1915
CITATION:
For distinguished conduct in battle engagement of VERA CRUZ, April 21st and 22nd, 1914. Was in both days fighting at the head of his company and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct. Leading his men with skill and courage.
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