- SURNAME
Barker
- FORENAME
Harry Bernard
- UNIT
4 Raider Bn (Company A)
- RANK
Captain
- NUMBER
08257
- AWARD
Navy Cross
- PLACE
Guam 1944
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
KIA - Guam 1944
ROLL OF HONOUR:
https://www.specialforcesroh.com/index.php?threads/barker-harry-bernard.59809/CITATION:
Navy Cross : The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Captain Harry B. Barker (MCSN: 0-8257), United States Marine Corps Reserve, for extraordinary heroism as Commanding Officer of Company L, Third Battalion, Ninth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on the Asan-Adelup Beachhead, Guam, Marianas Islands, on 21 July 1944. Landing on the heavily fortified, fire-swept beachhead with the forward elements on D-Day, Captain Barker immediately moved inland to reconnoiter the area then, returning to his troops, promptly led them to the best vantage point for supporting the forward assault units. Critically wounded in the right arm by a Japanese sniper's bullet, he steadfastly refused first aid until the situation had been stabilized. Then, after having his wound dressed, he subsequently returned to his troops and personally led them in a vigorous, intensive assault against a hill vital to the advance of our forces despite withering enemy fire which swept the area. Although he was mortally wounded during the fierce action, Captain Barker, by his valiant and aggressive leadership had contributed to the success of our sustained drive toward the recapture of this important enemy stronghold, and his unwavering devotion to duty in the face of grave peril reflects the highest credit upon the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
FINDAGRAVE:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/69298978/harry-bernard-barker
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