John Essebagger, Jr. [SEP] conflict
John Essebagger Jr.
John Essebagger Jr. (October 29, 1928 – April 25, 1951) was a soldier in the United States Army during the Korean War. He posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his actions on April 25, 1951.
Essebagger joined the Army from his birthplace in 1950. He is buried in Pilgrim Home Cemetery, Holland, Michigan.
Medal of Honor citation.
Rank and organization: Corporal, U.S. Army, Company A, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Place and date
(28 May 1944), Medal of Honor recipient
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