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  1. John Henry Pruitt (October 4, 1896 – October 4, 1918) was a United States Marine during World War I and is one of only 19 people who have received two Medals of Honor . Biography. John Henry Pruitt was born on October 4, 1896, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He entered military service from Phoenix, Arizona, in May 1917.

  2. Died: October 4, 1918, France. Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (MH) (18-2453), Arlington, VA, United States. Location of Medal: National Museum of the US Marine Corps, Quantico, VA. U.S. Marine Corps Corporal John Henry Pruitt was posthumously presented the Medal of Honor for military valor during World War I.

  3. Mar 1, 2024 · March 1, 2024 by Michael Robert Patterson. On October 3, 1918, Marine Corporal John Henry Pruitt II, while operating with American Expeditionary Forces in Blanc Mont, France, single-handedly attacked two German machine-gun positions. Pruitt was killed in action; he died on his 22nd birthday.

  4. World War I. Corporal John Henry Pruitt was a U.S. Marine who was posthumously awarded the U.S. military's highest award for valor, the Medal of Honor, twice, for the same action during World War I. He is one of only 19 people who received two Medals of Honor for the same action.

  5. Apr 20, 2023 · In this episode of the Duty & Valor Podcast, delve into the awe-inspiring true story of US Marine Corps Corporal John Henry Pruitt, a fearless and valiant soldier who showcased unparalleled...

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  7. Jun 16, 2023 · Mike Polston. CALS Encyclopedia of Arkansas. Last updated: June 16, 2023. Questions or corrections? Send Feedback. John Henry Pruitt of Newton County is one of only nineteen soldiers in U.S. military history to be twice awarded the Medal of Honor. Both presentations ...

  8. JOHN HENRY PRUITT, USMC (DECEASED) Medal of Honor Citation. John Henry Pruitt was born in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on 4 October 1896. He enlisted as a private in the U.S. Marine Corps on 3 May 1917 and joined the 6th Regiment of Marines in July 1917. He went overseas with the 78th Company, 6th Regiment.

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