John Basilone single handely took out a Japeenese regiment during the Battle of Guadalcanal. He shot so many Japeenese, when they retreated , he had to move the dead bodies to get a good line of fire. He also sneaked up and attack a motor pit where the Jappenese had controlled. A graet american hero.
Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone was awarded the Medal of Honor for hisService on Guadacanal in September of 1942. He was killed in action inthe invasion of Iwo Jima in February, 1945.
John Basilone was born on 1916-11-04.
The first Medal of Honor awarded during World War II was given to Lieutenant John Basilone on October 5, 1945. He received the honor posthumously for his extraordinary heroism during the Battle of Guadalcanal in 1942, where he displayed exceptional bravery in combat while defending his position against overwhelming enemy forces. Basilone's actions exemplified valor and dedication to duty, making him a revered figure in military history.
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