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WWII - Tarawa *Medal of Honor* Commander of the Second Marines, 2nd Marine Division, at Betio, a bitterly contested island of Tarawa Atoll. David M. Shoup, USMC (DECEASED) - General, United States Marine Corps. General David Monroe Shoup served as the twenty-second Commandant of the Marine Corps from January 1, 1960 until his retirement from active service, December 31, 1963. As a colonel in World War II, General Shoup earned the Nation's highest award, the Medal of Honor, while commanding the Second Marines, 2nd Marine Division, at Betio, a bitterly contested island of Tarawa Atoll. Here is a copy of his Medal of Honor citation:Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of all Marine Corps troops in action against enemy Japanese forces on Betio Island, Tarawa Atoll, Gilbert Islands, from 20 to 22 November 1943. Although severely shocked by an exploding enemy shell soon after landing at the pier and suffering from a serious, painful leg wound which had become infected, Col. Shoup fearlessly exposed himself to the terrific and relentless artillery, machinegun, and rifle fire from hostile shore emplacements. Rallying his hesitant troops by his own inspiring heroism, he gallantly led them across the fringing reefs to charge the heavily fortified island and reinforce our hard-pressed, thinly held lines. Upon arrival on shore, he assumed command of all landed troops and, working without rest under constant, withering enemy fire during the next 2 days, conducted smashing attacks against unbelievably strong and fanatically defended Japanese positions despite innumerable obstacles and heavy casualties. By his brilliant leadership daring tactics, and selfless devotion to duty, Col. Shoup was largely responsible for the final decisive defeat of the enemy, and his indomitable fighting spirit reflects great credit upon the U.S. Naval Service. DESCRIPTION: Autographed Veterans Adminstration envelope 3-3/4" x 6-1/2" inches. Postmarked Washington DC July 21, 1980. Very pretty item with Name & MOH labels attached. Signed in black ink (handsigned autograph, NOT a facsimile or print) by Tarawa Medal of Honor Hero, "David M. Shoup" . TERMS OF SALE -- Read carefully before bidding: Notice to all bidders/buyers: Do not bid on the item unless you intend to purchase it. Payment is due within 7 days. Negative feedback will be left for non-paying bidders. U.S. Bidders only. We must hear from the Buyer within 3 days to let us know which method of payment will be used. Shipping is only $6.50 to all 50 states.We ship by USPS Priority Mail. Shipping cost INCLUDES Insurance and tracking/Delivery Confirmation. (will combine shipping for $1.50 per additional item won). Bids from buyers with inappropriate Feedback will be canceled. Item is sold As-Is. No refunds/returns. The item you see is what you get. Payment can be made through PayPal, check or money order. Checks may require time to clear. PayPal payments require a confirmed address.
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