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Basil L. Plumley was a Command Sergeant Major who served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was a combat veteran of the Battle of Ia Drang and received multiple awards and decorations, including the Silver Star and the Legion of Merit.
May 17, 2016 · Basil Plumley, a legendary airborne and infantry soldier, is accused of wearing unauthorized combat and valor awards in Vietnam. An independent researcher found discrepancies in Plumley's service records and challenged his claims of four combat jumps in WWII and Korea.
Oct 15, 2012 · Sergeant Major Plumley served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam and received the Silver Star, one of the more than 30 commendations during his 32-year military career.
Oct 19, 2017 · Learn about the life and achievements of Basil L. Plumley, a command sergeant major who fought in three wars and led his men in the Battle of la Drang. See his awards, decorations, quotes and how he was portrayed in the movie We Were Soldiers.
Learn about the life and achievements of Basil L. Plumley, a Command Sergeant Major who served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. He received multiple medals, including the Silver Star and the Legion of Merit, and was known as "Old Iron Jaw".
Oct 25, 2012 · Watch the video of the ceremony held in honor of Command Sergeant Major Basil L. Plumley, a career army Soldier and war hero, who passed away at 92. Learn about his life and achievements as an Army legend at the Infantry Chapel.
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Oct 18, 2012 · Retired Command Sgt. Major Basil Plumley, who fought in three wars and earned five combat jumps, died of cancer in 2012. He was a humble and quiet man who refused to talk about his bravery, but inspired generations of Soldiers and Hollywood stars.
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