Arthur A Chidester
| Era | Korean War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Military Decorations | Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service Bronze Star Purple Heart |
| Wall | J |
| Wall Side | 3 |
| Row | 2 |
| Plaque Number | 13 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Purple Heart, Air Medal, Combat Action Ribbon w/ Gold Star, Presidential Unit Citation w/Silver Star, China Service, American Defense, American Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign w/Bronze Stars
Arthur was honored for his exceptional valor and his unit's heroism in action in the South Pacific. Later in Korea, his command fought with bravery during the historic battle of Chosin Reservoir. Arthur's unit was attacked at "Hellfire Valley" on the road from Koto-ri to Hagaru-ri. Badly wounded, he was taken prisoner and later declared missing in action.
Plaque Wall Map
