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John Joseph Kelly (June 24, 1898 – November 20, 1957) was a United States Marine who was awarded both the Army and Navy Medals of Honor for his heroic actions on October 13, 1918, at the Battle of Blanc Mont Ridge, France, during World War I.
Learn about the life and achievements of John J. Kelly, a Medal of Honor recipient who fought with the 2nd U.S. Infantry Division in France. He participated in the battles of Belleau Wood, St. Mihiel, and Blanc Mont Ridge, where he single-handedly knocked out a German machine-gun nest.
John Joseph Kelly was a U.S. Marine Corps private who received both the Army and Navy Medal of Honor for his actions at Blanc Mont Ridge, France, in 1918. He ran through the enemy barrage and killed or captured the machine-gun crew, saving his comrades.
John J. Kelly was a Marine who fought in the Battle of Blanc Mont Ridge in 1918 and received the Army and Navy Medals of Honor. He was also awarded the Silver Star, the Purple Heart, and other decorations from four countries.
Sep 25, 2019 · On episode two hundred and forty, the story of John J Kelly is told. All stories in September and October will be double recipients Be sure to visit our webs...
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John J. Kelly was a U.S. Marine who fought in World War I and received the Medal of Honor for his bravery in France. He was born in Chicago in 1898 and died in 1957.
Private John Joseph Kelly, U.S. Marine Corps, Medal of Honor Recipient. Pvt. Kelly of 78th Company, 6th Regiment, 2nd Divison was twice awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions at Blanc Mont Ridge, France on October 3, 1918 - one from the U.S. Navy and one from the U.S. Army.
