Remi A. Balduck
Remi August Balduck | |
|---|---|
| Allegiance | USMC |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Guadalcanal |
| Awards | Navy Cross Purple Heart |
Remi August Balduck was born 30 March 1918 in Detroit, Michigan. Balduck enlisted in the United States Marine Corps 4 September 1940. Corporal Balduck was killed in action 9 November 1942 while leading the repulse of a Japanese frontal attack against American positions on Guadalcanal. For his actions he was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross.
In 1944, the high-speed transport USS Balduck (APD-132) was named in his honor.
References
This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
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