Puller , Colonel, U. Fighting continuously in sub-zero weather against a vastly outnumbering hostile force, Colonel Puller drove off repeated and fanatical enemy attacks upon his Regimental defense sector and supply points. Although the area was frequently covered by grazing machine-gun fire and intense artillery and mortar fire, he coolly moved along his troops to insure their correct tactical employment, reinforced the lines as the situation demanded, and successfully defended the perimeter, keeping open the main supply routes for the movement of the Division.
During the attack from Koto-ri to Hungnam, he expertly utilized his Regiment as the Division rear guard, repelling two fierce enemy assaults which severely threatened the security of the unit, and personally supervised the care and prompt evacuation of all casualties.
By his unflagging determination, he served to inspire his men to heroic efforts in defense of their positions and assured the safety of much valuable equipment which would otherwise have been lost to the enemy. His skilled leadership, superb courage and valiant devotion to duty in the face of overwhelming odds reflect the highest credit upon Colonel Puller and the United States Naval Service.
Lewis B. He returned stateside in and worked at training camps. In he was promoted to major general. Puller worked in the Marine Corps until He had a stroke in February and eventually retired at the rank of lieutenant general in November of that year. Puller lives on in Marine Corps culture and is greatly respected for his efforts to improve the working conditions for the Marine Corps. He lives on in the memories of Marines across the United States. Call Us Today! Hover over or click award for more information.
Navy Cross. Puller earned this award five times for his extraordinary heroism. Several were awarded during World War II. He is the only marine to have been awarded five of this award. View Info. Army Distinguished Service Cross. Puller earned this during the Korean War for his service from November 29th to December 5th, Silver Star. Puller earned this award for his actions at the Landing at Inchon during the Korean War. Legion of Merit. Bronze Star. Air Medal. Puller earned this award three times.
It is given for good service on an aerial operation. Purple Heart. Puller received one Purple Heart. This award is given for sustaining injury while in combat. Navy Presidential Unit Citation.
Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal. This medal is awarded to members of the Marine Corps who provide either three consecutive years of service outside of active combat or one year of service during a time of war.
The individual must have a clean record and have had no disciplinary actions taken against them. The earned this award twice which is denoted by the bronze star device. Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal. To be awarded the Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal, personnel must have engaged in a landing on foreign territory, participated in combat operations against an opposing force, or must have participated in a designated operation for which no other service medal is authorized.
Lewis B. He was buried in Saluda, in Middlesex County, where he spent his retirement. Encyclopedia Virginia Grady Ave. Virginia Humanities acknowledges the Monacan Nation , the original people of the land and waters of our home in Charlottesville, Virginia.
We invite you to learn more about Indians in Virginia in our Encyclopedia Virginia. Skip to content. Contributor: Bradford A. Chesty Puller, at Guadalcanal. June 26, Lewis Burwell Puller is born. Marine Corps. Marine Corps because of ill health. He would later request to return to service only to be denied. October 11, Lewis B. Davis, Burke. Boston, Massachusetts: Little, Brown, Hoffman, Jon T.
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