Korean War
| Service # | 16334136 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private U.S. Army |
| Date of Death | July 29 1952 |
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
Private Smithley was awarded 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 Smithley was a member of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. On July 29, 1952, while sleeping in his bunker near Songjong, North Korea, heavy rain caused it to collapse killing him.