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  1. Jun 28, 2024 · USMC Gunnery Sgt. John Basilone received the Medal of Honor for his immense bravery during the Battle for Henderson Field.

  2. 6 days ago · John Basilone is portrayed by Jon Seda in The Pacific, and the decorated Marine was known for his extraordinary bravery and heroism during the Second World War. He initially enlisted with the...

  3. Jun 20, 2024 · John Basilone is portrayed by Jon Seda in The Pacific, and the decorated Marine was known for his extraordinary bravery and heroism during the Second World War. He initially enlisted with the...

  4. 6 days ago · Of course, “Chesty” Puller needs no introduction, nor does John Basilone. The former is a near-religious icon amongst Marines and remains the most decorated Marine in history. The latter was awarded the Medal of Honor for incredible feats of bravery and perseverance in combat before being killed during the invasion of Iwo Jima.

  5. Jun 12, 2024 · John Basilone was the sixth of 10 children born into an Italian-Catholic family who called Raritan, New Jersey, home. Though close to his family, he felt called to serve his country and enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1940.

  6. Jun 18, 2024 · Witness the incredible story of Sergeant John Basilone and his heroic last stand during the intense battle for Henderson Field on Guadalcanal in 1942.

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  8. Jun 25, 2024 · He recommended two of his own Marines for Medals of Honor during the firefight, one of them being Marine Corps legend John Basilone. 7. He Was Not Intimidated by Anything. When Puller and his...