Marine Who Led Charge to Place U.S. Flag Over Iwo Jima Dies
The Marine who led the charge up Mount Suribachi to place the first American flag over Iwo Jima in World War II died last week.
First Lt. John Wells died Thursday at the age of 94 at a rehabilitation center in Arvada, Colorado, local ABC affiliate Denver 7 reported. Wells was awarded the Navy Cross, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart for his service in World War II commanding the 3rd Platoon, Easy Co. 28th Marines. Wells led his men in a frontal assault up Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima on Feb. 21, 1945.
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