Eugene Morland Key
Eugene Morland Key | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 5, 1916 Conroe, Texas |
| Died | August 7, 1942 (aged 25) Tulagi |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | Marine Corps Reserves |
| Years of service | 1941–1942 |
| Rank | First Lieutenant |
| Unit | 1st Marine Raider Battalion |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Tulagi |
| Awards | Navy Cross (posthumous) |
Eugene Morland Key was born at Conroe, Texas, October 5, 1916.
Marine Corps Career[edit]
Key enlisted as a Private in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves January 17, 1941. Commissioned Second Lieutenant May 29, he served at San Diego, California, and Washington, D.C., before joining the 1st Marine Raider Battalion March 19, 1942. Promoted to First Lieutenant June 4, he participated in the amphibious invasion of Tulagi Island, Solomons, August 7,.
While leading the assault against a heavily defended, enemy position, Lieutenant Key was hit by hostile sniper fire. Although mortally wounded, he courageously struggled forward and threw hand grenades into the Japanese position, thus destroying the enemy resistance and allowing his platoon to advance without further loss.
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For his "indomitable fighting spirit, outstanding skill, and great personal valor" First Lieutenant Key was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross.
Namesake[edit]
USS Key (DE-348) was named in his honor. She was launched February 12, 1944 by Consolidated Steel Corporation, Orange, Texas, sponsored by Mrs. Ira F. Key, mother of First Lieutenant Key; and commissioned June 5, 1944, Lieutenant Commander F. D. Buckley in command.
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External links[edit]
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