Korean War
| Service # | 655899 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private First Class U.S. Marine Corps |
| Date of Death | November 29 1950 |
Combat Action Ribbon (Navy)
Korean Service Medal
Medal of Honor (Navy)
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
For his leadership and great valor, Private First Class Baugh was awarded the Medal of Honor, the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, 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 Baugh was a member of Company G, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. On November 29, 1950, he was riding in a truck traveling from Koto-ri to Hagaru-ri, Korea. An enemy hand grenade fell into the truck in which he was riding. He warned his comrades and fell upon the grenade to protect them.