Korean War
| Service # | 53054655 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private First Class U.S. Army |
| Date of Death | November 15 1951 |
Combat Infantryman Badge
Korean Service Medal
Medal of Honor (Army)
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
For his leadership and great valor, Private First Class Jordan was awarded the Medal of Honor, 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 First Class Jordan was a member of the 3rd Platoon, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. On November 15, 1951 near Kumsong, North Korea, he was leading his squad in a night attack on key terrain, when his unit came under intense enemy fire. When the platoon was ordered to withdraw, he remained to provide protective fire. He attacked and neutralized an enemy machine-gun and forced the enemy to withdraw. Although mortally wounded, he remained in position until his platoon returned.