as the first to reach the emplacement, immediately started firing his automatic into the aperture while the remainder of his men closed in on the enemy. Swift to act as a Japanese grenade was hurled into their midst, Corporal Bausell threw himself on the deadly weapon, taking the full blast of the explosion and sacrificing his own life to save his men. His unwavering loyalty and inspiring courage reflect the highest credit upon Corporal Bausell and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. /S/ FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT See also List of Medal of Honor recipients List of Medal of Honor recipients for World War II Notes References Further reading 1924 births 1944 deaths United States Marine Corps personnel killed in World War II United States Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipients Military personnel from Washington, D.C. United States Marine Corps non-commissioned officers People from Pulaski, Virginia World War II recipients of the Medal of Honor Burials at sea Deaths by hand grenade