Despite a heavy concentration of machinegun, mortar, and artillery fire, the heaviest experienced by his unit throughout the entire Sicilian campaign, he remained at this position and continued to inflict casualties upon the enemy until he was killed. His bravery, coupled with his gallant and unswerving determination to close with the enemy, regardless of consequences and obstacles which he faced, are a priceless inspiration to our armed forces. See also List of Medal of Honor recipients List of Medal of Honor recipients for World War II References External links 1920 births 1943 deaths People from Chester, Pennsylvania United States Army personnel killed in World War II Burials at Chester Rural Cemetery United States Army Medal of Honor recipients United States Army soldiers World War II recipients of the Medal of Honor