Korean War
| Service # | 669137 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private First Class U.S. Marine Corps |
| Date of Death | November 29 1950 |
Combat Action Ribbon (Navy)
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
United Nations Service Medal
Private First Class Ashby was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Korean War Service Medal.
Notes
Private First Class Ashby was a member of the 1st Platoon, Company C, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. While participating in an attack of a Chinese road block at Funchilin Pass (Hill 1081), near Koto-ri, North Korea on November 29, 1950, he was killed.