Medal of Honor Monday: Marine Corps Pfc. Robert L. Wilson
August 04, 2025
August 04, 2025
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Medal of Honor Monday: Marine Corps Pfc. Robert L. Wilson
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"Honor before self" is a core value of the Marine Corps. It's one Pfc. Robert Lee Wilson took to heart.
During the World War II battle for Tinian Island in the Pacific, Wilson gave his life so that three of his comrades could live. His selfless actions led to him posthumou . . .
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Medal of Honor Monday: Marine Corps Pfc. Robert L. Wilson
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"Honor before self" is a core value of the Marine Corps. It's one Pfc. Robert Lee Wilson took to heart.
During the World War II battle for Tinian Island in the Pacific, Wilson gave his life so that three of his comrades could live. His selfless actions led to him posthumou . . .