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John Henry Pruitt (October 4, 1896 – October 4, 1918) was a United States Marine during World War I and was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.
Apr 24, 2023 · Learn about the incredible story of John Henry Pruitt, a US Marine who fought in WWI and captured two machine gun emplacements and 40 German prisoners in one day. He was awarded the Medal of Honor by both the US Army and Navy for his gallantry and died on his 22nd birthday.
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...
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Cpl. Pruitt was a U.S. Marine who singlehandedly attacked and captured two machine guns and 40 prisoners in France in 1918. He was killed by shellfire while sniping at the enemy and received both the Army and Navy Medal of Honor.
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.
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.
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John Henry Pruitt was a Marine who fought in World War I and received both the Army and Navy Medals of Honor for his actions at Blanc Mont Ridge, France. He single-handedly attacked and captured two machineguns and forty prisoners, but was killed by shellfire soon afterward.
