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Heroic Score1001058th out of 4481
Number of Medals16
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score130250 of 4481
U.S. Marine Corps#80of 291
Marine Corps#61of 273
World War II#486of 924
Korean War#101of 197
First Battle of the Hook †#2of 2
Lewis G. Watkins
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps
World War IIKorean WarFirst Battle of the Hook †
Awards & Decorations
- Medal of Honor
- Purple Heartw/ 1 Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
- Combat Action Ribbon
- Navy Unit Commendation
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
- Navy Good Conduct Medal
- American Campaign Medal
- World War II Victory Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Korean Service Medal (3)
- United Nations Service Medal (Korea)
- Korean War Service Medal
- Korean Presidential Unit Citation
Ribbon Rack
Biography
Staff Sergeant Lewis George Watkins was a United States Marine who served his country during both World War II and the Korean War. Known for his ultimate sacrifice, Watkins was killed in action during intense combat in the Korean War while serving with the U.S. Marine Corps. His extraordinary heroism under fire earned him the nation's highest military decoration.
During his military career, Watkins served in multiple theaters, transitioning from his World War II-era service to active combat operations in Korea. His actions on the battlefield exemplified the highest traditions of the Marine Corps, leading to posthumous recognition for his bravery and devotion to his fellow Marines.
Staff Sergeant Watkins' legacy is preserved through the posthumous award of the Medal of Honor, alongside numerous other decorations celebrating his service, campaign participation, and personal sacrifice, including the Purple Heart with a gold star representing a second award.
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Score Breakdown
Medal of Honor(base 100)
+100Heroic Score100 pts