William Hubert Stagg, Jr

Pvt William H Stagg, Jr Birth 9 Jan 1921 Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, USA Death 28 Dec 1943 (aged 22) Papua New Guinea Burial Elmwood Cemetery Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, USA

Silver Star Recipient

Killed in Action WW2

Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division, Fleet Marine Forces, U.S. Marine Corps

William H. Stagg , Jr. Date of death: December 28, 1943 Place of Birth: Alabama, Birmingham Home of record: Birmingham Alabama Status: KIA

Silver Star

Awarded for actions during World War II

The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private William H. Stagg, Jr. (MCSN: 358867), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with the FIRST Marine Division during action against enemy Japanese forces on Cape Gloucester, New Britain, December 28, 1943. Immediately after his platoon contacted the enemy, Private Stagg crawled to a vantage point, risking his life to observe and fire upon the hostile units. Despite intense enemy rifle and mortar fire, he unwaveringly pointed out targets to members of his squad and, remaining in this exposed position for nearly two hours, inflicted many casualties before he, himself, was fatally wounded. Private Stagg's daring initiative and inspiring devotion to duty in the face of grave peril were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. General Orders: Commander 7th Fleet: Serial 0704

Action Date: December 28, 1943

Service: Marine Corps

Rank: Private

Division: 1st Marine Division