Camp Kinser: Sgt. Elbert L. Kinser led a rifle platoon with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. While moving along a strategic ridge, Kinser engaged in a grenade battle after a sudden, close enemy attack. When a grenade landed nearby, Kinser threw himself onto the grenade to shield his men. He died in the explosion.
Date Taken: | 07.08.2011 |
Date Posted: | 07.07.2011 20:18 |
Photo ID: | 425047 |
VIRIN: | 110622-M-XX000-005 |
Resolution: | 300x385 |
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Location: | OKINAWA, JP |
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