Episode 74: John Basilone
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Episode 74: John Basilone
Lena Riggi Basilone’s devotion to her husband, Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone, endured long after his death on Iwo Jima. For more than fifty years, she honored his memory, his service, and the Marines he fought beside. A story of love, sacrifice, and eternal loyalty — this is the kind of devotion that transcends time and war. 🎙️ Listen ...
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#OTD in 1942, Sgt. John Basilone performed actions during the Battle of Guadalcanal that would earn him the #MedalofHonor. For two days, Basilone and his two sections of water-cooled, heavy machine guns from Dog Company 1/7, endured a savage and determined enemy assault, playing an integral part in the defense of Henderson field. Throughout the battle, Basilone directed the actions of his #Marines, ensured they were supplied with badly needed ammunition, and repositioned, repaired, and personall
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#OTD in 1942, Sgt. John Basilone performed actions during the Battle of Guadalcanal that would earn him the #MedalofHonor. For two days, Basilone and his two sections of water-cooled, heavy machine guns from Dog Company 1/7, endured a savage and determined enemy assault, playing an integral part in the defense of Henderson field. Throughout the battle, Basilone directed the actions of his #Marines, ensured they were supplied with badly needed ammunition, and repositioned, repaired, and personall
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