Korean War
| Service # | 1082605 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Private First Class U.S. Marine Corps |
| Date of Death | August 8 1950 |
Combat Action Ribbon (Navy)
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Presidential Unit Citation (Navy / Marine Corps)
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
United Nations Service Medal
Private First Class Wurtsbaugh was awarded the Purple Heart, the Combat Action Ribbon, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Navy Presidential Unit Citation, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.
Notes
Private First Class Wurtsbaugh was a member of Company H, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Provisional Marine Brigade. On August 8, 1950, he was Killed in Action while defending his position near Chindong-ni, South Korea that protected the road leading to Masan. He was nicknamed "Pork" to reflect his love of football.