Korean War
| Service # | 7914555 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Fireman U.S. Navy |
| Date of Death | October 21 1952 |
Combat Action Ribbon (Navy)
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Fireman (E3) Schofield 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
Fireman (E3) Schofield served aboard the destroyer escort USS LEWIS (DE-535). On October 21, 1952, his ship received two hits from guns at Wonsan, North Korea, killing him and six other seamen.