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The Korean War was a conflict that happened between 1950 and 1953. It started when North Korea invaded South Korea. The United States and other countries supported South Korea. China and the Soviet Union supported North Korea. This war was part of the larger Cold War. The main fighting lasted from June 25, 1950, until an armistice (a ceasefire agreement) was signed on July 27, 1953.

During this war, 146 brave American military members received the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award for courage in the U.S. military. Many of these medals, 103 of them, were given posthumously. This means they were awarded after the person had died.

The Medal of Honor: America's Highest Award
- Brave Heroes: Medal of Honor Recipients by Service Branch
- Meet Some Korean War Medal of Honor Recipients
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The Medal of Honor: America's Highest Award

The Medal of Honor is the highest military award in the United States. It was first created during the American Civil War. This medal is given to members of the U.S. armed forces. To receive it, a person must show extreme bravery. They must act above and beyond their normal duties. They must also risk their own life while fighting an enemy of the United States.

Brave Heroes: Medal of Honor Recipients by Service Branch

During the Korean War, heroes from different parts of the U.S. military earned this special medal:

Meet Some Korean War Medal of Honor Recipients

Lavender background means the Medal of Honor was given after the person died.

† means the person was killed in action.

Note: The descriptions in quotes come from the official Medal of Honor awards.

Photo	Name	Service	Rank	Place of Action	Date of Action	Unit	Notes
Charles G. Abrell	Abrell, Charles G.Charles G. Abrell †	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	Hangnyong, Hwacheon, South Korea	June 10, 1951	2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division	"Sacrificed his life to defeat an enemy bunker."
Stanley T. Adams	Adams, Stanley T.Stanley T. Adams	Army	E-07Sergeant First Class	Sesim-ri, Korea	February 4, 1951	19th Infantry Regiment	"For leading the repelling of an enemy attack."
Joe R. Baldonado	Baldonado, Joe R.Joe R. Baldonado †	Army	E-04Corporal	Kangdong, Korea	November 25, 1950	1st Battalion, 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment	"Sacrificed his life by remaining in an exposed machine gun position during an enemy attack; killed numerous enemy troops."
William E. Barber	Barber, William E.William E. Barber	Marine Corps	O-03Captain	Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 28, 1950 to December 2, 1950	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division	"Risked his life as a commanding officer in action against enemy aggressor forces."
Charles H. Barker	Barker, Charles H.Charles H. Barker †	Army	E-01Private	Sokkogae, Yeoncheon, South Korea	June 4, 1953	Company K, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Killed while fighting the enemy in hand-to-hand combat."
William B. Baugh	Baugh, William B.William B. Baugh †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Koto-ri to Hagaru-ri (along road between), Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 29, 1950	Company G, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein)	"Sacrificed his life to save his fellow Marines during a nighttime enemy attack against a motorized column."
Edward C. Benfold	Benfold, Edward C.Edward C. Benfold †	Navy	E-04Hospitalman Third class	Korea	September 5, 1952	Company E, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division	"Medical corpsman; sacrificed his life treating wounds and saving the lives of wounded Marines."
Emory L. Bennett	Bennett, Emory L.Emory L. Bennett †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Sobangsan, Korea	June 24, 1951	Company B, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division.	"Sacrificed his life to provide cover fire for withdrawing troops, continued to fire at the enemy until mortally wounded."
David B. Bleak	Bleak, David B.David B. Bleak	Army	E-05Sergeant	Minari-gol, Korea	June 14, 1952	Medical Company 223d Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division	"Risked his life to administer first aid to several wounded soldiers and killing several of the enemy."
Nelson V. Brittin	Brittin, Nelson V.Nelson V. Brittin †	Army	E-07Sergeant First Class	Yonggong-ri, Korea	March 7, 1951	Company I, 19th Infantry Regiment	"Sacrificed his life to kill 20 enemy soldiers and destroying four automatic weapons to help his company advance into an enemy position."
Melvin L. Brown	Brown, Melvin L.Melvin L. Brown †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Chilgok, South Korea (Battle of Ka-san)	September 4, 1950	Company D, 8th Engineer Combat Battalion	"Single-handedly defended a section of wall until all of his grenades and ammo was expended. He was reported KIA, September 5, 1950."
Lloyd L. Burke	Burke, Lloyd L.Lloyd L. Burke	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Chong-dong, Korea	October 28, 1951	Company G, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division	"Risked his life to attack the enemy in order to rescue his company who had been pinned down."
Tony K. Burris	Burris, Tony K.Tony K. Burris †	Army	E-07Sergeant First Class	Mundung-ri, Korea	October 8, 1951 to October 9, 1951	Company L, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life to destroy multiple enemy positions and killing several of the enemy."
Hector A. Cafferata, Jr.	Cafferata, Jr., Hector A.Hector A. Cafferata, Jr.	Marine Corps	E-01Private	Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 28, 1950	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Risked his life to single-handedly fight off an enemy attack."
David B. Champagne	Champagne, David B.David B. Champagne †	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	Korea	May 28, 1952	Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life to save the other members of his fireteam by throwing an enemy grenade out of the trench."
William R. Charette	Charette, William R.William R. Charette	Navy	E-04Hospitalman Third class	Vegas Hill, Korea	March 27, 1953	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division	"Medical corpsman; aided many fallen Marines under heavy fire."
Cornelius H. Charlton	Charlton, Cornelius H.Cornelius H. Charlton †	Army	E-05Sergeant	Chipo-ri, Korea	June 2, 1951	Company C, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"Killed due to multiple wounds sustained after several attacks against the enemy."
Stanley R. Christianson	Christianson, Stanley R.Stanley R. Christianson †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Seoul, South Korea (Second Battle of Seoul)	September 29, 1950	Company E, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed after remaining in his position to allow his fellow Marines to be notified of an enemy attack."
Gilbert G. Collier	Collier, Gilbert G.Gilbert G. Collier †	Army	E-04Corporal	Tutayon, Korea	July 19, 1953 to July 20, 1953	Company F, 223rd Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division	"Risked his life to remain with his wounded commanding officer while the remainder of the company returned to camp."
Henry A. Commiskey, Sr.	Commiskey, Sr., Henry A.Henry A. Commiskey, Sr.	Marine Corps	O-01Second Lieutenant	Yongdungpo, South Korea	September 20, 1950	Company C, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Risked his life to attack the enemy multiple times killing several and inflicting significant damage."
Samuel S. Coursen	Coursen, Samuel StreitSamuel Streit Coursen †	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Kaesong, North Korea	October 12, 1950	Company C, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division	"Killed while attempting to protect a fallen comrade."
Gordon M. Craig	Craig, Gordon M.Gordon M. Craig †	Army	E-04Corporal	Ka-san, South Korea	September 10, 1950	Reconnaissance Company, 1st Cavalry Division	"Killed after smothering a grenade with his body."
Jerry K. Crump	Crump, Jerry K.Jerry K. Crump	Army	E-04Corporal	Chorwon, Korea	September 6, 1951 to September 7, 1951	Company L, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"Wounded after smothering a grenade with his body."
Jack A. Davenport	Davenport, Jack A.Jack A. Davenport †	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	Songnae-dong, Korea	September 21, 1951	Company G, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed after throwing himself on a grenade."
George A. Davis, Jr.	Davis, George A.George A. Davis †	Air Force	O-04Major	Yalu River area, Sinuiju, North Korea	February 10, 1952	334th Fighter Squadron, 4th Fighter Group, 5th Air Force	"Killed when trying to protect a squadron of bombers from a group of 15 enemy MiG's."
Ray Davis	Davis, RayRay Davis	Marine Corps	O-05Lieutenant Colonel	Hagaru-ri, Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	December 1, 1950 to December 4, 1950	1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"For leading the rescue of a trapped rifle company."
Richard De Wert	De Wert, RichardRichard De Wert †	Navy	E-04Hospitalman Third class	Korea	April 5, 1951	1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Medical corpsman; although wounded twice, continued to aid fallen Marines until killed while giving first aid to a fallen comrade."
William F. Dean	Dean, William F.William F. Dean	Army	O-08Major General	Taejon, South Korea (Battle of Taejon)	July 20, 1950 to July 21, 1950	Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division	"Risked his life to lead the evacuation of Taejon after it had been overrun by the enemy."
Reginald B. Desiderio	Desiderio, Reginald B.Reginald B. Desiderio †	Army	O-03Captain	Ipsok, Korea	November 27, 1950	Company E, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"Although wounded, repeatedly attacked the enemy which motivated his men to defeat the opposing enemy force."
Duane E. Dewey	Dewey, Duane E.Duane E. Dewey	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	Panmunjom, Korea	April 16, 1952	Company E, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Risked his life to save a corpsman and several fellow Marines by smothering a grenade with his body."
Carl H. Dodd	Dodd, Carl H.Carl H. Dodd	Army	O-01Second Lieutenant	Subuk, Korea	January 30, 1951 to January 31, 1951	Company E, 5th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division	"Repeatedly attacked the enemy until he and his men successfully captured Hill 256."
Victor H. Espinoza	Espinoza, Victor H.Victor H. Espinoza	Army	E-04Corporal	Chorwon, Korea	August 1, 1952	1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Single-handedly silenced a machine gun crew, discovered and destroyed covert enemy tunnel, wiped out two bunkers."
Don C. Faith, Jr.	Faith, Jr., Don C.Don C. Faith, Jr. †	Army	O-05Lieutenant Colonel	Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 27, 1950 to December 1, 1950	1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Risked his life repeatedly leading his men in combat for five days until he was killed."
Fernando Luis García	García, Fernando LuisFernando Luis García †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Korea	September 5, 1952	Company I, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"For falling on a grenade to save his squad."
Charles L. Gilliland	Gilliland, Charles L.Charles L. Gilliland †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Tongmang-ri, Korea	April 25, 1951	Company I, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"Killed after volunteering to stay behind and keep the enemy at bay so his unit could pull out."
Eduardo C. Gomez	Gomez, Eduardo C.Eduardo C. Gomez	Army	E-05Sergeant	Tabu-dong, South Korea	September 3, 1950	8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division	"Crawled thirty yards across an open rice field to single-handedly destroy an enemy tank."
Edward Gomez	Gomez, EdwardEdward Gomez †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Hill 749, Korea	September 14, 1951	Company E, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life to save his fellow Marines by smothering a grenade with his body."
Ambrosio Guillen	Guillen, AmbrosioAmbrosio Guillen †	Marine Corps	E-06Staff Sergeant	Songuch-on, Korea	July 25, 1953	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Exposed himself to attacks to supervise the defense of their position and the treatment and evacuation of the wounded."
Francis C. Hammond	Hammond, Francis C.Francis C. Hammond †	Navy	E-03Hospitalman	Korea	March 26, 1953 to March 27, 1953	1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division	"Medical corpsman; sacrificed his life treating and directing wounded Marines until struck by a round of enemy mortar fire."
Lester Hammond, Jr.	Hammond, Jr., LesterLester Hammond, Jr. †	Army	E-04Corporal	Kumhwa, North Korea	August 14, 1952	Company A, 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team	"Killed while assisting the corpsmen with casualties and evacuation."
Melvin O. Handrich	Handrich, Melvin O.Melvin O. Handrich †	Army	E-08Master Sergeant	Sobuk-san, Korea	August 25, 1950 to August 26, 1950	Company C, 5th Infantry Regiment	"Killed after fighting off an enemy attack. Was found with more than 70 dead enemy around him."
Lee R. Hartell	Hartell, Lee R.Lee R. Hartell †	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Kobangsan-ri, Korea	August 27, 1951	Battery A, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division	"Died while directing fire on an attacking enemy force."
Raymond Harvey	Harvey, RaymondRaymond Harvey	Army	O-03Captain	Taemi-dong, Korea	March 9, 1951	Company C, 17th Infantry Regiment	"Severely wounded after attacking the enemy multiple times and inflicting multiple enemy casualties."
Frederick F. Henry	Henry, Frederick F.Frederick F. Henry †	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Am-dong, Korea	September 1, 1950	Company F, 38th Infantry Regiment	"Killed after causing an estimated 50 enemy casualties."
Rodolfo P. Hernandez	Hernandez, Rodolfo P.Rodolfo P. Hernandez	Army	E-04Corporal	Wontong-ri, Korea	May 31, 1951	Company G, 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team	"Although wounded, killed six of the enemy before falling unconscious from grenade, bayonet, and bullet wounds."
Thomas J. Hudner, Jr.	Hudner, Jr., Thomas J.Thomas J. Hudner, Jr.	Navy	O-02Lieutenant, Junior Grade	Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	December 4, 1950	Fighter Squadron 32, attached to U.S.S. Leyte	"Risked his life to rescue a downed pilot."
Einar H. Ingman, Jr.	Ingman, Jr., Einar H.Einar H. Ingman, Jr.	Army	E-04Corporal	Maltari, Korea	February 26, 1951	Company E, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Risked his life to destroy an enemy gun emplacement and allow his squad to finish their objective."
James E. Johnson	Johnson, James E.James E. Johnson †	Marine Corps	E-05Sergeant	Yudam-ri (Ryudam-ri), Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	December 2, 1950	Company J, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although seriously wounded, was last seen fighting the enemy hand to hand."
Anthony T. Kahoʻohanohano	Kahoʻohanohano, Anthony T.Anthony T. Kahoʻohanohano †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Near Chup'a-ri, Cheorwon, South Korea	September 1, 1951	Company H, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Although wounded, held a position alone and fought hand-to-hand until being killed."
Emil Kapaun	Kapaun, EmilEmil Kapaun †	Army	O-03Captain, US Army Chaplain Corps	Pyoktong, North Korea	May 23, 1951	3rd Battalion, 8th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division	"Inside dismal prison camps, Kapaun risked his life by sneaking around the camp after dark, foraging for food, caring for the sick, and encouraging his fellow Soldiers."
Woodrow W. Keeble	Keeble, Woodrow W.Woodrow W. Keeble	Army	E-08Master Sergeant	Sangsan-ri, Korea	October 20, 1951	Company G, 19th Infantry	"Risked his life to personally destroy three enemy machine gun emplacements with hand grenades. Presented posthumously by President George W. Bush March 3, 2008."
John D. Kelly	Kelly, John D.John D. Kelly †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Korea	May 28, 1952	Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed while attacking and destroying several enemy bunkers singlehandedly."
Jack W. Kelso	Kelso, Jack W.Jack W. Kelso †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Korea	October 2, 1952	Company I, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed while providing cover fire for several Marines pinned down in a bunker allowing them to escape."
Robert S. Kennemore	Kennemore, Robert S.Robert S. Kennemore	Marine Corps	E-06Staff Sergeant	Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 27, 1950 to November 28, 1950	Company E, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Deliberately covered an enemy grenade with his foot to keep his men from being wounded or killed."
John E. Kilmer	Kilmer, John E.John E. Kilmer †	Navy	E-03Hospitalman	Korea	August 13, 1952	3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division	"Medical corpsman; killed while shielding a wounded Marine with his body."
John K. Koelsch	Koelsch, John K.John K. Koelsch †	Navy	O-02Lieutenant, Junior Grade	Korea	July 3, 1951	Navy helicopter rescue unit	"Died as a POW after rescuing several crewman from a downed helicopter and evading the enemy for nine days."
Leonard M. Kravitz	Kravitz, Leonard M.Leonard M. Kravitz †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Yangpyong, South Korea	March 6, 1951 to March 7, 1951	Company M, 3rd Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment	"Provided suppressive fire for his retreating unit after position had been overrun by the enemy."
Hubert L. Lee	Lee, Hubert L.Hubert L. Lee	Army	E-08Master Sergeant	Ip-ori, Korea	February 1, 1951	Company I, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Although seriously wounded continued to lead his men and fight the enemy."
George D. Libby	Libby, George D.George D. Libby †	Army	E-05Sergeant	Taejon, South Korea (Battle of Taejon)	July 20, 1950	Company C, 3rd Engineer Combat Battalion, 24th Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life to shield the driver of a rescue vehicle from enemy rounds."
Herbert A. Littleton	Littleton, Herbert A.Herbert A. Littleton †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Chungchon, Korea	April 22, 1951	Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life by smothering a grenade with his body."
Baldomero Lopez	Lopez, BaldomeroBaldomero Lopez †	Marine Corps	O-02First Lieutenant	Battle of Inchon, Korea	September 15, 1950	Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"For smothering a hand grenade with his own body."
Charles J. Loring, Jr.	Loring, Jr., Charles J.Charles J. Loring, Jr. †	Air Force	O-04Major	Sniper Ridge, Kumhwa, North Korea	November 22, 1952	80th Fighter-Bomber Squadron, 8th Fighter-Bomber Wing	"Sacrificed his life by diving his damaged airplane into enemy gun emplacements."
Benito Martinez	Martinez, BenitoBenito Martinez †	Army	E-04Corporal	Satae-ri, Korea	September 6, 1952	Company A, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"Refused to be rescued due to enemy troop activity and continued to fight the enemy until killed."
Daniel P. Matthews	Matthews, Daniel P.Daniel P. Matthews †	Marine Corps	E-05Sergeant	Vegas Hill, Korea	March 28, 1953	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life to silence an enemy gun emplacement."
Frederick W. Mausert, III	Mausert, III, Frederick W.Frederick W. Mausert, III †	Marine Corps	E-05Sergeant	Songnap-yong, Korea	September 12, 1951	Company B, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although severely wounded singlehandedly defeated an enemy gun emplacement and drew enemy fire away from his men."
Alford L. McLaughlin	McLaughlin, Alford L.Alford L. McLaughlin	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Korea	September 4, 1952 to September 5, 1952	Company L, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although painfully wounded he continued to fight off the enemy until they were defeated."
Leroy A. Mendonca	Mendonca, Leroy A.Leroy A. Mendonca †	Army	E-05Sergeant	Chich-on, Korea	July 4, 1951	Company B, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life by remaining in an exposed position and covering the platoon's withdrawal."
Lewis L. Millett	Millett, Lewis L.Lewis L. Millett	Army	O-03Captain	Hill 180 near Songtan or Anyang, South Korea	February 7, 1951	Company E, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"In taking an occupied hill, he led the last major American bayonet charge."
Frank N. Mitchell	Mitchell, Frank N.Frank N. Mitchell †	Marine Corps	O-02First Lieutenant	Hansan-ri, Korea	November 26, 1950	Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed by a burst of small arms fire after single-handedly covering his squad's escape."
Hiroshi H. Miyamura	Miyamura, Hiroshi H.Hiroshi H. Miyamura	Army	E-04Corporal	Taejon-ri, Korea	April 24, 1951 to April 25, 1951	Company H, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"The first Medal of Honor to be classified Top Secret. This was because he was being held as a Prisoner of War by the Communists at the time."
Ola L. Mize	Mize, Ola L.Ola L. Mize	Army	E-05Sergeant	Surang-ri, Korea	June 10, 1953 to June 11, 1953	Company K, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"Repeatedly risked his life to fight back the enemy and protect several wounded soldiers."
Walter C. Monegan, Jr.	Monegan, Jr., Walter C.Walter C. Monegan, Jr. †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Sosa-ri, Korea	September 17, 1950 and September 20, 1950	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed while repeatedly attacking the enemy at night."
Whitt L. Moreland	Moreland, Whitt L.Whitt L. Moreland †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Kwagch'i-dong, Korea	May 29, 1951	Company C, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life by smothering a grenade with his body."
Raymond G. Murphy	Murphy, Raymond G.Raymond G. Murphy	Marine Corps	O-01Second Lieutenant	Korea	February 3, 1953	Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although wounded he refused medical care to fight the enemy until all his men and casualties had been taken care of."
Reginald R. Myers	Myers, Reginald R.Reginald R. Myers	Marine Corps	O-04Major	Hagaru-ri, Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 29, 1950	3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although losing 170 of his men during 14 hours of combat in subzero temperatures, continued to reorganize his unit and spearhead the attack which resulted in 600 enemy killed and 500 wounded."
Juan Negrón	Negrón, JuanJuan Negrón	Army	E-08Master Sergeant	Kalma-Eri, Korea	April 28, 1951	65th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"Held the most vulnerable position on his company's position throughout the night, accurately hurling hand grenades at short range when hostile troops approached."
Eugene A. Obregon	Obregon, Eugene A.Eugene A. Obregon †	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Seoul, South Korea (Second Battle of Seoul)	September 26, 1950	Company G, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life by using his own body as a shield to protect another wounded Marine."
George H. O'Brien, Jr.	O'Brien, Jr., George H.George H. O'Brien, Jr.	Marine Corps	O-01Second Lieutenant	Korea	October 27, 1952	Company H, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Provided cover and care for wounded while his unit was attacking the enemy."
Joseph R. Ouellette	Ouellette, Joseph R.Joseph R. Ouellette †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Yongsan, South Korea	August 31, 1950 to September 3, 1950	Company H, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Repeatedly risked his life to gather grenades and ammunition until killed by enemy fire."
John U. D. Page	Page, John U. D.John U. D. Page †	Army	O-05Lieutenant Colonel	Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 29, 1950 to December 10, 1950	X Corps Artillery, while attached to the 52d Transportation Truck Battalion	"Repeatedly attacked the enemy and defended his convoy until killed."
Mike C. Pena	Pena, Mike C.Mike C. Pena †	Army	E-08Master Sergeant	Waegwan, Korea	September 4, 1950	2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment	"Covered his unit's retreat and single-handedly held off large enemy force overnight, until being killed the following morning."
Charles F. Pendleton	Pendleton, Charles F.Charles F. Pendleton †	Army	E-04Corporal	Choo Gung-dong, Korea	July 16, 1953 to July 17, 1953	Company D, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"Although wounded he refused medical treatment and continued to fight back the enemy until killed."
Lee H. Phillips	Phillips, Lee H.Lee H. Phillips †	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	Korea	November 4, 1950	Company E, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Risked his life to defeat a pocket of enemy resistance."
Herbert K. Pililaau	Pililaau, Herbert K.Herbert K. Pililaau †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Pia-ri, Korea	September 17, 1951	Company C, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"After being killed fighting the enemy it was determined that he singlehandedly defeated more than 40 of the enemy."
John A. Pittman	Pittman, John A.John A. Pittman	Army	E-05Sergeant	Kujangdong, Korea	November 26, 1950	Company C, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Protected his squad by smothering a grenade with his body."
Ralph E. Pomeroy	Pomeroy, Ralph E.Ralph E. Pomeroy †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Kumwha, North Korea	October 15, 1952	Company E, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life manning a heavy machine gun until mortally wounded."
James I. Poynter	Poynter, James I.James I. Poynter †	Marine Corps	E-05Sergeant	Sudong, Korea	November 4, 1950	Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life to kill several of the enemy with hand grenades to save a group of fellow Marines."
Ralph Puckett	Puckett, RalphRalph Puckett	Army	O-01First Lieutenant	Near Unsan, North Korea	November 25, 1950 to November 26, 1950	8th Ranger Company, 8213th Army Unit, 8th U.S. Army	"Gallantry at the Battle for Hill 205 against several hundred Chinese troops."
George H. Ramer	Ramer, George H.George H. Ramer †	Marine Corps	O-01Second Lieutenant	Korea	September 12, 1951	Company I, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Led his men against a superior enemy force and although wounded refused medical aid, manning his post until the enemy overran his position."
Mitchell Red Cloud, Jr.	Red Cloud, Jr., MitchellMitchell Red Cloud, Jr. †	Army	E-04Corporal	Chonghyon, Korea	November 5, 1950	Company E, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division	"After being seriously wounded, refused medical treatment to continue to fight the enemy until he was killed."
Robert D. Reem	Reem, Robert D.Robert D. Reem †	Marine Corps	O-01Second Lieutenant	Chinhung-ri, Korea	November 6, 1950	Company H, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed after he covered a grenade with his body."
Demensio Rivera	Rivera, DemensioDemensio Rivera	Army	E-02Private First Class	Changyongni, Korea	May 22, 1951 to May 23, 1951	Company G, 2nd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division	"An automatic rifleman, Rivera tenaciously held a forward position exposed to heavy fire; when his rifle became inoperative, Rivera used his pistol and grenades, and eventually fought hand-to-hand and forced back the enemy."
Joseph C. Rodriguez	Rodriguez, Joseph C.Joseph C. Rodriguez	Army	E-02Private First Class	Munye-ri, Korea	May 21, 1951	Company F, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Singlehandedly destroyed several enemy gun emplacements and foxholes."
Ronald E. Rosser	Rosser, Ronald E.Ronald E. Rosser	Army	E-04Corporal	Ponggilli, Korea	January 12, 1952	Heavy Mortar Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Repeatedly risked his life to fight the enemy and rescue several wounded soldiers."
Tibor Rubin	Rubin, TiborTibor Rubin	Army	E-04Corporal	Korea	July 23, 1950 to April 20, 1953	Company I, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division	"For single-handedly defending his regiment during their retreat, and saving the lives of many fellow soldiers in a Chinese POW camp."
Daniel D. Schoonover	Schoonover, Daniel D.Daniel D. Schoonover †	Army	E-04Corporal	Sokkogae, Yeoncheon, South Korea	July 8, 1953 to July 10, 1953	Company A, 13th Engineer Combat Battalion, 7th Infantry Division	"Was last seen fighting the enemy with a machine gun before he was killed by artillery fire."
Edward R. Schowalter, Jr.	Schowalter, Jr., Edward R.Edward R. Schowalter, Jr.	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Kumhwa, North Korea	October 14, 1952	Company A, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"Although wounded he continued to fight and lead his men until they defeated the enemy."
Louis J. Sebille	Sebille, Louis J.Louis J. Sebille †	Air Force	O-04Major	Hanchang, Korea	August 5, 1950	67th Fighter-Bomber Squadron, 18th Fighter-Bomber Group, 5th Air Force	"Killed after diving his aircraft into enemy troops."
Richard Thomas Shea	Shea, Richard ThomasRichard Thomas Shea †	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Sokkogae, Yeoncheon, South Korea	July 6, 1953 to July 8, 1953	Company A, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division	"After fighting off and killing several of the enemy he was last seen in close hand-to-hand combat with the enemy."
William E. Shuck, Jr.	Shuck, Jr., William E.William E. Shuck, Jr. †	Marine Corps	E-06Staff Sergeant	Korea	July 3, 1952	Company G, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life to assure that all dead and wounded were evacuated."
Robert E. Simanek	Simanek, Robert E.Robert E. Simanek	Marine Corps	E-02Private First Class	Korea	August 17, 1952	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Risked his life to save his comrades by smothering a grenade with his body."
William S. Sitman	Sitman, William S.William S. Sitman †	Army	E-07Sergeant First Class	Chipyong-ri, South Korea	February 14, 1951	Company M, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life to save his comrades by smothering a grenade with his body."
Carl L. Sitter	Sitter, Carl L.Carl L. Sitter	Marine Corps	O-03Captain	Hagaru-ri, Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	November 29, 1950 to November 30, 1950	Company G, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although painfully wounded he refused to be evacuated and continued to fight until defense of the area was assured."
Sherrod E. Skinner, Jr.	Skinner, Jr., Sherrod E.Sherrod E. Skinner, Jr. †	Marine Corps	O-01Second Lieutenant	Korea	October 26, 1952	Battery F, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"In addition to fighting off an enemy force for three hours he sacrificed his life by smothering a grenade with his body."
David M. Smith	Smith, David M.David M. Smith †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Yongsan, South Korea	September 1, 1950	Company E, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life to save his comrades by smothering a grenade with his body."
James L. Stone	Stone, James L.James L. Stone	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Sokkogae, Yeoncheon, South Korea	November 21, 1951 to November 22, 1951	Company E, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division	"Captured while leading his men against an overwhelming enemy assault."
William Thompson	Thompson, WilliamWilliam Thompson †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Haman, Korea	August 6, 1950	24th Company M, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"Killed by an enemy grenade while covering his units withdrawal."
Archie Van Winkle	Van Winkle, ArchieArchie Van Winkle	Marine Corps	E-06Staff Sergeant	Sudong, Korea	November 2, 1950	Company B, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Although severely wounded he continued to fight and lead his men until he passed out from loss of blood."
Miguel Vera	Vera, MiguelMiguel Vera †	Army	E-01Private	Chorwon, Korea	September 21, 1952	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment	"Selflessly chose to remain in position during an enemy attack and cover friendly troops' withdrawal from part of 'Old Baldy' hill."
Joseph Vittori	Vittori, JosephJoseph Vittori †	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	Hill 749, Korea	September 15, 1951 to September 16, 1951	Company F, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Among numerous accomplishments he was found dead among 200 enemy soldiers that he had singlehandedly killed in fighting."
John S. Walmsley, Jr.	Walmsley, Jr., John S.John S. Walmsley, Jr. †	Air Force	O-03Captain	Yangdok, Korea	September 14, 1951	8th Bombardment Squadron, 3d Bomb Group	"Flew his plane through an intense enemy barrage to defend ground forces and maximize enemy damage."
Lewis G. Watkins	Watkins, Lewis G.Lewis G. Watkins †	Marine Corps	E-06Staff Sergeant	Korea	October 7, 1952	Company I, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Killed by an enemy grenade when it exploded in his hand."
Travis E. Watkins	Watkins, Travis E.Travis E. Watkins †	Army	E-08Master Sergeant	Yongsan, South Korea	August 31, 1950 to September 3, 1950	Company H, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division	"Volunteered to remain and defend his units withdrawal because he knew his injuries would slow them down."
Jack Weinstein	Weinstein, JackJack Weinstein	Army	E-05Sergeant	Kumson, Korea	October 19, 1951	Company G, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division	"Alone and unaided, held ground in the face of an enemy attack to permit his platoon to withdraw, even using enemy hand grenades to halt enemy advance."
Ernest E. West	West, Ernest E.Ernest E. West	Army	E-02Private First Class	Sataeri, Korea	October 12, 1952	Company L, 14th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"Although wounded he assisted in evacuating the wounded and killed several of the enemy."
Harold E. Wilson	Wilson, Harold E.Harold E. Wilson	Marine Corps	E-06Technical Sergeant	Korea	April 23, 1951 to April 24, 1951	Company G, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam War; In addition to the Medal of Honor he received five purple hearts."
Richard G. Wilson	Wilson, Richard G.Richard G. Wilson †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Opari, Korea	October 21, 1950	Co. 1, Medical Company, 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment	"Sacrificed his life to aid a fellow soldier shielding them from enemy fire with his own body."
William G. Windrich	Windrich, William G.William G. Windrich †	Marine Corps	E-06Staff Sergeant	Yudam-ri (Ryudam-ri), Changjin, North Korea (Battle of Chosin Reservoir)	December 1, 1950	Company I, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.)	"Sacrificed his life to direct his men and rescue several wounded Marines from a hillside."
Bryant H. Womack	Womack, Bryant H.Bryant H. Womack †	Army	E-02Private First Class	Sokso-ri, Korea	March 12, 1952	Medical Company, 14th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division	"Sacrificed his life aiding other wounded soldiers."
Robert H. Young	Young, Robert H.Robert H. Young †	Army	E-02Private First Class	North of Kaesong, North Korea	October 9, 1950	Company E, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division	"Although wounded, repeatedly repelled the enemy and insisted other wounded be treated first."