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Ever heard of Maj (Ret) John Keith Wells?
John Keith Wells (February 5, 1922 – February 11, 2016) was a United States Marine during World War II who led one of the most decorated infantry platoons to come out of a single engagement and the first to raise a flag over the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II, 3rd Platoon, 28th Marines, 5th Marine Division. This platoon was made famous for its attack on Mt. Suribachi and for raising the first flag on the summit. He passed away last Thursday 11 February, 2016, at 94.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Keith_Wells
John Keith Wells (February 5, 1922 – February 11, 2016) was a United States Marine during World War II who led one of the most decorated infantry platoons to come out of a single engagement and the first to raise a flag over the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II, 3rd Platoon, 28th Marines, 5th Marine Division. This platoon was made famous for its attack on Mt. Suribachi and for raising the first flag on the summit. He passed away last Thursday 11 February, 2016, at 94.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Keith_Wells
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Wonderful article. These men are truly the greatest generation that the US has have given birth too.
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SGT Justin Anderson
I was lucky enough to personally know him. He was a great person. His book is amazing as well.
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