Posted on Feb 17, 2016
Marine who led WW II charge up Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima dies
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Awesome Man. Slow Hand Salute.
The Marine who led the charge to place the first American flag above Iwo Jima has died.
First Lt. John Wells, 94, died Feb. 11 at the Arvada Care Rehabilitation Center in Arvada, Colorado.
Wells received the Navy Cross, Bronze Star and Purple Heart after leading his Marines in a frontal assault up the slopes of Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II.
The Marine who led the charge to place the first American flag above Iwo Jima has died.
First Lt. John Wells, 94, died Feb. 11 at the Arvada Care Rehabilitation Center in Arvada, Colorado.
Wells received the Navy Cross, Bronze Star and Purple Heart after leading his Marines in a frontal assault up the slopes of Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima in World War II.
Marine who led WW II charge up Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima dies
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RIP Brother. Man it feels so weird to know even with his passing, those of us who knew the exploits of the greatest generation are also on the chopping block. No matter what happens in life, I can say I KNEW someone from WWII and he was related to me..in fact without him, my mom wouldn't be here, and neither would I. I say the same for the Nam guys. It surreal to know one and he's my father. I don't believe he died. Marines don't die anymore than a Soldier does, you go meet St. Pete, and wait for your orders to come up for your to come back down and kick some ass. Rest easy Brother....you'll be back.
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SN Greg Wright
SSG Warren Swan I couldn't agree more, Staff. With both my grandfather and father serving in the Navy, I know precisely what you mean.
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Semper Fi Marine. Thank you for all you have done for us.
You stand relieved. R.I.P.
You stand relieved. R.I.P.
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