"For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above
and beyond the call of duty while serving with the Second Battalion, Sixth Marines, Second Marine Division, during action against enemy
Japanese forces on Tinian Island, Marianas Group, on August 3, 1944. As
one of a group of Marines advancing through heavy underbrush to
neutralize isolated points of resistance, Private First Class Wilson
daringly preceded his companions toward a pile of rocks where Japanese
troops were supposed to be hiding. Fully aware of the danger involved,
he was moving forward while the remainder of the squad armed with
automatic rifles closed together in the rear, when an enemy grenade
landed in the midst of the group. Quick to act, Private First Class
Wilson cried a warning to the men and unhesitatingly threw himself on
the grenade, heroically sacrificing his own life so that the others
might live and fulfill their mission. His exceptional valor, courageous
loyalty and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of grave peril
reflect the highest credit upon Private First Class Wilson and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
"
From PFC Wilson's Medal of Honor citation, awarded on July 26, 1945.
May you be at peace,
Brian
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