Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Winfield R. Nisbet, Jr. (MCSN: 294216), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with the Third Battalion, Twenty-Second Marines (Reinforced), First Provisional Marine Brigade, in action against enemy Japanese forces at Guam, Marianas Islands, on 22 July 1944. With his platoon temporarily halted by intense, withering enemy machine-gun and rifle fire, Corporal Nisbet valiantly risked his life to attempt the rescue of four wounded Marines exposed to hostile fire in advance of our lines. Braving the enemy's fierce barrage, he unhesitatingly crawled toward his comrades and assisted in bring one to safety then, determined to complete his dangerous task, again advanced across the open area to rescue the others, but, before reaching friendly lines during his second attempt, was struck down by hostile fire. By his outstanding leadership, his courageous initiative and great personal valor, Corporal Nisbet contributed materially to the successful accomplishment of his company's mission and to the eventual recapture of this vital Japanese stronghold. His valiant devotion to duty throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Winfield R. Nisbet, Jr. (MCSN: 294216), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with the Third Battalion, Twenty-Second Marines (Reinforced), First Provisional Marine Brigade, in action against enemy Japanese forces at Guam, Marianas Islands, on 22 July 1944. With his platoon temporarily halted by intense, withering enemy machine-gun and rifle fire, Corporal Nisbet valiantly risked his life to attempt the rescue of four wounded Marines exposed to hostile fire in advance of our lines. Braving the enemy's fierce barrage, he unhesitatingly crawled toward his comrades and assisted in bring one to safety then, determined to complete his dangerous task, again advanced across the open area to rescue the others, but, before reaching friendly lines during his second attempt, was struck down by hostile fire. By his outstanding leadership, his courageous initiative and great personal valor, Corporal Nisbet contributed materially to the successful accomplishment of his company's mission and to the eventual recapture of this vital Japanese stronghold. His valiant devotion to duty throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
Navy Cross Citation
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Winfield R. Nisbet, Jr. (MCSN: 294216), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with the Third Battalion, Twenty-Second Marines (Reinforced), First Provisional Marine Brigade, in action against enemy Japanese forces at Guam, Marianas Islands, on 22 July 1944. With his platoon temporarily halted by intense, withering enemy machine-gun and rifle fire, Corporal Nisbet valiantly risked his life to attempt the rescue of four wounded Marines exposed to hostile fire in advance of our lines. Braving the enemy's fierce barrage, he unhesitatingly crawled toward his comrades and assisted in bring one to safety then, determined to complete his dangerous task, again advanced across the open area to rescue the others, but, before reaching friendly lines during his second attempt, was struck down by hostile fire. By his outstanding leadership, his courageous initiative and great personal valor, Corporal Nisbet contributed materially to the successful accomplishment of his company's mission and to the eventual recapture of this vital Japanese stronghold. His valiant devotion to duty throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Winfield R. Nisbet, Jr. (MCSN: 294216), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with the Third Battalion, Twenty-Second Marines (Reinforced), First Provisional Marine Brigade, in action against enemy Japanese forces at Guam, Marianas Islands, on 22 July 1944. With his platoon temporarily halted by intense, withering enemy machine-gun and rifle fire, Corporal Nisbet valiantly risked his life to attempt the rescue of four wounded Marines exposed to hostile fire in advance of our lines. Braving the enemy's fierce barrage, he unhesitatingly crawled toward his comrades and assisted in bring one to safety then, determined to complete his dangerous task, again advanced across the open area to rescue the others, but, before reaching friendly lines during his second attempt, was struck down by hostile fire. By his outstanding leadership, his courageous initiative and great personal valor, Corporal Nisbet contributed materially to the successful accomplishment of his company's mission and to the eventual recapture of this vital Japanese stronghold. His valiant devotion to duty throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
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