McCoy Reynolds
McCoy Reynolds | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 23, 1916 Pippa Passes, Kentucky |
| Died | November 25, 1942 (aged 26) Guadalcanal |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps Reserve |
| Years of service | 1942-1942 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | defending Henderson Field |
| Battles/wars | World War II *Guadalcanal campaign |
| Awards | Silver Star |
McCoy Reynolds was born September 23, 1916 in Pippa Passes, Kentucky.
Marine Corps career[edit]
Reynolds enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve at Louisville, Kentucky, January 23, 1942.
Awarded the Silver Star[edit]
He was killed in action on Guadalcanal November 25, 1942 after boldly exposing himself to destroy a Japanese machinegun nest in fighting to defend Henderson Field. Private Reynolds was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for the conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity without regard for personal safety.
Namesake[edit]
McCoy Reynolds (DE-440) was named in his honor. She was laid down by Federal Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co., Newark, New Jersey, November 18, 1943; launched February 22, 1944; sponsored by Mrs. Tilden Reynolds; and commissioned at Brooklyn Navy Yard May 2, 1944, Lt. Comdr. Edwin K. Winn in command.
See also[edit]
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References[edit]
- This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
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