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How did Harlon Block die?

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∙ 13y ago

Updated: 12/13/2022

Harlon Block is the flag raiser that is trusting the flag pole into the ground. He is at the farthest to the right in the famous photo taken at Iwo Jima. He was killed by a mortar blast on the same day as the flag raising, on March 1, 1945. He was 20 years old.

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When did Harlon Block die?

Harlon Block died on March 1, 1945, in Iwo Jima, Japan of killed in combat.

What is the birth name of Harlon Block?

Harlon Block's birth name is Harlon Henry Block.

When was Harlon Block born?

Harlon Block was born on November 6, 1924, in Yorktown, Texas, USA.

Who is Harlon Block's mom?

Harlon Block's mother was Laurette Block. She raised her son in Texas and later joined the Marines as well, after her son's death in World War II.

What is the birth name of Harlon Hill?

Harlon Hill's birth name is Harlon Junious Hill.

What are the names of the men depicted on the memorial?

Rene Gagnon, Mike Strank,Ira Hayes,John Bradley,Harlon Block

How tall is Harlon Miller?

Harlon Miller is 5' 11".

How tall is Harlon Hill?

Harlon Hill is 6' 3".

When was Harlon Barnett born?

Harlon Barnett was born on 1967-01-02.

When was Harlon Hill Trophy created?

Harlon Hill Trophy was created in 1986.

Who raised the 2nd flag on Iwo Jima?

Ira Hayes , John Bradley , Rene Gagnon , Franklin Sousley , Harlon Block and Mike Strank .

When was Harlon Miller born?

Harlon Miller was born on October 15, 1982, in Amherst, Massachusetts, USA.