Korean War
| Service # | 17321888 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private First Class U.S. Army |
| Date of Death | December 17 1951 |
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
Private First Class Sidebottom was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.
Notes
Private First Class Sidebottom was a member of the 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. On December 17, 1951, snipers were firing on his company position near Kyaphari-Sanmol, North Korea. He was shot trying to locate the snipers.