Korean War
| Service # | 1164914 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private First Class U.S. Marine Corps |
| Date of Death | July 25 1953 |
Combat Action Ribbon (Navy)
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Private First Class Beam 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 Republic of Korea War Service Medal.
Notes
Private First Class Beam was a member of Company G, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division. He was Killed in Action while defending his position at Boulder City, Korea by Chinese mortar fire on July 25, 1953.