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What did Private First Class Ralph H. Johnson sacrifice his life for?
What did Private First Class Ralph H. Johnson sacrifice his life for?
Which of these actions were NOT taken in honor of Ralph H. Johnson?
Which of these actions were NOT taken in honor of Ralph H. Johnson?
What does the phrase "above and beyond the call of duty" indicate about Private First Class Johnson's actions?
What does the phrase "above and beyond the call of duty" indicate about Private First Class Johnson's actions?
Based on the provided information, which of these is NOT a military honor awarded to Ralph H. Johnson?
Based on the provided information, which of these is NOT a military honor awarded to Ralph H. Johnson?
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What type of military unit was Private First Class Johnson a part of when he sacrificed his life?
What type of military unit was Private First Class Johnson a part of when he sacrificed his life?
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According to the provided information, which of these institutions was NOT associated with Private First Class Ralph H. Johnson?
According to the provided information, which of these institutions was NOT associated with Private First Class Ralph H. Johnson?
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What is the significance of the date "March 5, 1968" in the context of PFC Ralph H. Johnson's story?
What is the significance of the date "March 5, 1968" in the context of PFC Ralph H. Johnson's story?
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What is the name of the operation that Ralph Henry Johnson was involved in when he was killed?
What is the name of the operation that Ralph Henry Johnson was involved in when he was killed?
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How did Ralph Henry Johnson die?
How did Ralph Henry Johnson die?
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Where did Ralph Henry Johnson receive basic infantry training?
Where did Ralph Henry Johnson receive basic infantry training?
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What was Ralph Henry Johnson's rank at the time of his death?
What was Ralph Henry Johnson's rank at the time of his death?
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Which of the following medals is NOT included in Ralph Henry Johnson's list of decorations and honors?
Which of the following medals is NOT included in Ralph Henry Johnson's list of decorations and honors?
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What unit did Ralph Henry Johnson serve in when he was killed?
What unit did Ralph Henry Johnson serve in when he was killed?
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What is the significance of Ralph Henry Johnson's actions on March 5, 1968, on Hill 146?
What is the significance of Ralph Henry Johnson's actions on March 5, 1968, on Hill 146?
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Where did Ralph Henry Johnson enlist in the United States Marine Corps Reserve?
Where did Ralph Henry Johnson enlist in the United States Marine Corps Reserve?
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Flashcards
Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center
Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center
A medical center in Charleston named after Medal of Honor recipient Ralph H. Johnson.
USS Ralph Johnson
USS Ralph Johnson
An Arleigh Burke-class destroyer named in honor of Ralph H. Johnson.
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
The highest military decoration awarded by the United States for valor.
Operation Rock
Operation Rock
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Gallantry
Gallantry
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Selfless devotion to duty
Selfless devotion to duty
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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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Ralph Henry Johnson
Ralph Henry Johnson
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Vietnam War
Vietnam War
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Combat training
Combat training
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Purple Heart
Purple Heart
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Reconnaissance scout
Reconnaissance scout
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Posthumous award
Posthumous award
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Study Notes
Ralph H. Johnson - Medal of Honor Recipient
- Ralph Henry Johnson, a US Marine, was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions during the Vietnam War.
- Born January 11, 1949, in Charleston, South Carolina.
- Died March 5, 1968, in Vietnam.
- Enlisted in the US Marine Corps Reserve in March 1967.
- Completed basic training and combat training before deploying to Vietnam.
- Served as a reconnaissance scout in Company A, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division.
- On March 5, 1968, during Operation Rock, his patrol was attacked on Hill 146 in the Quan Duc Valley.
Heroic Action and Sacrifice
- While in a fighting hole, a hand grenade landed near Johnson and his fellow Marines.
- He immediately warned his comrades and threw himself onto the grenade, absorbing the blast.
- Johnson's actions saved the life of one fellow Marine and prevented the enemy from penetrating the patrol perimeter.
- His selfless act cost him his life.
Recognition and Honors
- Awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously.
- Also received the Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Stars, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Vietnamese Military Merit Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.
- A VA medical center in Charleston, South Carolina, was renamed in his honor.
- A Navy destroyer, the USS Ralph Johnson, was commissioned in his honor.
- His name is on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Medal of Honor Citation
- A detailed citation recognized his conspicuous gallantry, intrepidity, and selfless devotion to duty.
- The citation highlights the danger of the situation, the attack by a North Vietnamese Army and Viet Cong force using automatic weapons, satchel charges & hand grenades.
- It emphasizes the heroic act of sacrifice made to save a comrade and prevent enemy penetration of the patrol perimeter.
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Test your knowledge about Ralph H. Johnson, a heroic Marine who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his courage during the Vietnam War. This quiz covers his life, sacrifice, and the impact of his actions on his fellow Marines. Dive into the details of his heroic story and the recognition he received.
