William E. Shuck, Jr.

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William Edward Shuck, Jr.
August 16, 1926 - July 3, 1952
William E. Shuck, Jr., posthumous Medal of Honor recipient
Place of birth	Cumberland, Maryland
Place of death	KIA in Korea
Allegiance	USMC
Years of service	1944-1946 (Naval Reserve) 1947-1952 (USMC)
Rank	Staff Sergeant
Unit	3rd Battalion, 7th Marines
Battles/wars	Korean War
Awards	Medal of Honor

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William Edward Shuck, Jr. was a United States Marine who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Korean War on July 3, 1952.

[edit] Medal of Honor citation

The Medal of Honor was presented to SSgt Shuck's widow by Vice President Richard M. Nixon at a presentation ceremony held at the Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. on 9 September 1953. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a squad leader of Company G, in action against enemy aggressor forces. When his platoon was subjected to a devastating barrage of enemy small-arms, grenade, artillery, and mortar fire during an assault against strongly fortified hill positions well forward of the main line of resistance, S/Sgt. Shuck, although painfully wounded, refused medical attention and continued to lead his machine gun squad in the attack. Unhesitatingly assuming command of a rifle squad when the leader became a casualty, he skillfully organized the 2 squads into an attacking force and led 2 more daring assaults upon the hostile positions. Wounded a second time, he steadfastly refused evacuation and remained in the foremost position under heavy fire until assured that all dead and wounded were evacuated. Mortally wounded by an enemy sniper bullet while voluntarily assisting in the removal of the last casualty, S/Sgt. Shuck, by his fortitude and great personal valor in the face of overwhelming odds, served to inspire all who observed him. His unyielding courage throughout reflects the highest credit upon himself and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.