Korean War
| Service # | 17277738 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private U.S. Army |
| Date of Death | September 9 1950 |
Distinguished Service Cross
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
For his leadership and valor, Private Crow was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.
Notes
Private Crow was a member of Company G, 2nd Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. On September 9, 1950, while attacking Hill 285 near Sibi-ri, South Korea, he was seriously wounded. As a comrade was dressing his wounds, an enemy grenade fell nearby. He covered his comrade's body with his to save his comrade's life.