Earl Wayne Thompson
Era | Korean War |
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Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
Rank | Major |
Military Decorations | Bronze Star Purple Heart |
Wall | H |
Wall Side | 3 |
Row | 1 |
Plaque Number | 9 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Bronze Star w/Combat "V", Parachutist, Purple Heart, Commendation w/Combat "V", Unit Commendation, Good Conduct, China Service, National Defense Service, Korean Service w/3 Stars, Korean Presidential Service, United Nations Service
"Tommy" is remembered notably as Company Commander "A" Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines and an inspiration to his men in Korea, by his courageous leadership under intense enemy fire.