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WM. Kelly Joyce Jr.
| Date of Birth | 6/16/29 |
| Date Entered |
9/15/47 |
| Date Discharged | 8/15/55 |
| Years Served | 8 |
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| Highest Rank | Captain USMCR |
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Unit Operations |
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Korea, 20th Replacement Draft in April '52, E-2-7; Medevaced Oct. 1952, 3rd Plt. Leader and Company Executive Officer. |
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Awards/Badges |
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Silver Star, Bronze Star (combat V), Two Purple Hearts, Two Campaign Stars. |
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Any comments or anecdotes you’d like to add |
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Most Memorable Moment |
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When serving as a night warden at Great Lakes Naval Prison to quell a riot; my platoon holding Vegas against attack by a Chinese Battalion 6/7 September 1952. |
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Career After USMC |
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Masters degree MA English 1954, 1954-1983 International Businessman: Foreign Service Officer, U.S. Dept. of State 1983-1994, Lived in 11 countries and had children born in 7 countries - 3 sons have served in the USMC. |
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Current Affiliations |
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Marine Corps League, Northern Michigan |
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Family Information |
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Widower, 7 children, 10 grandchildren |
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