Ralph Puckett
Ralph Puckett Jr. (born December 8, 1926) is an American Army soldier and colonel. He led the Eighth Army Ranger Company during the Korean War. He was born in Tifton, Georgia.
Puckett was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on November 25, 1950, when his company of 51 Rangers was attacked by Chinese forces at the battle for Hill 205.[1][2]
He retired from the United States Army in 1971 as a colonel.
On May 20, 2021, President Joe Biden awarded Puckett the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Battle for Hill 205.[3]
Ralph Puckett Media
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Puckett being awarded the Medal of Honor by President Joe Biden in 2021.
Puckett with Army Rangers in 2010.
2nd award Combat Infantryman Badge
Master Parachutist badge (United States)
USAAF Glider Badge
Einzelbild Special Forces (Special Forces Insignia)
The full color tab is 2⅜ inches (6.03 cm) long, 11/16 inch (1.75 cm) wide, with a ⅛ inch (0.32 cm) yellow border and the word "RANGER" inscribed in yellow letters 5/16 inch (0.79 cm) high.
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References
- ↑ Ralph Puckett, WD AGO FORM 639 dated 11 Jan 1951
- ↑ Lock, John D.; Moore, Harold G. (2001). To Fight With Intrepidity: The Complete History of the U.S. Army Rangers 1622 to Present. Fenestra Books. ISBN 1-58736-064-0.
- ↑ Leo Shane III (May 19, 2021). "Korean war hero to receive Medal of Honor this week". armytimes.com. Retrieved May 19, 2021.