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Heroic Score155728th out of 4480
Number of Medals9
Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score169827 of 4480
U.S. Marine Corps#59of 291
Marine Corps#45of 273
Vietnam War#110of 217
Operation Allen Brook †#1of 1
Robert C. Burke
Private First Class, U.S. Marine Corps
Vietnam WarOperation Allen Brook †
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Biography
Robert Charles Burke was a United States Marine who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War. Serving as a Private First Class, Burke was only 18 years old at the time of his death, making him the youngest Medal of Honor recipient of the Vietnam War.
His courageous actions in combat exemplified the highest traditions of the United States Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. Private First Class Burke sacrificed his life while protecting his fellow Marines during intense hostile engagements in the conflict.
In addition to the Medal of Honor, Private First Class Burke's service was recognized with several other military decorations, including the Purple Heart Medal and key service medals from both the United States and the Republic of Vietnam.
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Score Breakdown
Medal of Honor(base 100)
+100Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm(base 35)
+35Unified Scoring Metrics Bonuses(career variety ×1.15 (2 medal types))
+20Heroic Score155 pts