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Corp Benjamin Albert Kenison

Birth	:	2 Apr 1946 Jefferson, Coos County, New Hampshire, USA
Death	:	16 Sep 1966 Quảng Trị, Quảng Trị, Vietnam
Burial	:	Starr King Cemetery, Jefferson, Coos County, USA
Coordinate	:	44.4014800, -71.4424400
Inscription	:	New Hampshire CPL Co D 1 BN 4 Marines Vietnam PH
Description	:	Benjamin, son of Arnold and Lois (Clukay) Kenison, was killed in action as the result of small arms fire in the Quang Tri region of South Vietnam. Benjamin's name can be found on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Panel 10E, Line 101. Among other medals and awards, Benjamin was presented, posthumously, with the Navy Cross. The citation, found in the Military Times Hall of Valor, reads: The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Benjamin Albert Kenison (MCSN: 2098437), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in connection with operations against enemy... Read More	Benjamin, son of Arnold and Lois (Clukay) Kenison, was killed in action as the result of small arms fire in the Quang Tri region of South Vietnam. Benjamin's name can be found on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Panel 10E, Line 101. Among other medals and awards, Benjamin was presented, posthumously, with the Navy Cross. The citation, found in the Military Times Hall of Valor, reads: The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Benjamin Albert Kenison (MCSN: 2098437), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in connection with operations against enemy forces while serving as a squad leader with Company D, First Battalion, Fourth Marines, THIRD Marine Division (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Force, in the Republic of Vietnam on 16 September 1966. During Operation PRAIRIE, the Second Platoon was caught in an ambush. In the initial burst of fire a member of Lance Corporal Kenison's squad was seriously wounded. Realizing that the wounded Marine could not be left unattended, Lance Corporal Kenison quickly maneuvered his squad into a position from which they could best provide covering fire. Then, with full knowledge of the hazards involved and with complete disregard for his own personal safety, he bravely advanced alone by crawling up a steep slope and going forward in the face of withering enemy fire in order to bring his wounded comrade back to safety. Upon reaching the Marine who was receiving fire in an exposed area, Lance Corporal Kenison gallantly attempted to carry him back to safety. At this time both men were hit by an enemy hand grenade and mortally wounded. Lance Corporal Kenison's fearless courage, inspiring leadership and loyal devotion to duty reflected great credit upon himself and the Marine Corps and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. General Orders: Authority: Navy Department Board of Decorations and Medals

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Where is Corp Benjamin Albert Kenison's memorial?
Corp Benjamin Albert Kenison's memorial is located at: Starr King Cemetery, Jefferson, Coos County, USA.
When did Corp Benjamin Albert Kenison death?
Corp Benjamin Albert Kenison death on 16 Sep 1966 in Quảng Trị, Quảng Trị, Vietnam
Where are the coordinates of the Corp Benjamin Albert Kenison's memorial?
Latitude: 44.4014800
Longitude: -71.4424400

Family Members:

Parent

Arnold R Kenison

(1921 - 1968)

Lois Clukay Hicks

(1923 - 1990)

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