"He displayed gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and
beyond the call of duty while engaged in operations against the enemy. Pfc. McWhorter, a machine gunner, was emplaced in a defensive position
with 1 assistant when the enemy launched a heavy attack. Manning the gun
and opening fire, he killed several members of an advancing demolition
squad, when 1 of the enemy succeeded in throwing a fused demolition
charge in the entrenchment. Without hesitation and with complete
disregard for his own safety, Pfc. McWhorter picked up the improvised
grenade and deliberately held it close to his body, bending over and
turning away from his companion. The charge exploded, killing him
instantly, but leaving his assistant unharmed. Pfc. McWhorter's
outstanding heroism and supreme sacrifice in shielding a comrade reflect
the highest traditions of the military service."
From PFC McWhorter's Medal of Honor citation, awarded on September 27, 1945.
May you be at peace,
Brian
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