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The platoon also came under heavy enemy fire. They hunkered down in close quarters as they returned fire against an enemy force only about 65 feet away. Several Marines suffered wounds as the fighting intensified. Anderson — just 20 years old — gave his own life to save his fellow Marines, according to his Medal of Honor Citation. Unhesitatingly and with complete disregard for his personal safety, he reached out, grasped the grenade, pulled it to his chest and curled around it as it went off.

Although several marines received shrapnel from the grenade, his body absorbed the major force of the explosion.

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In this singularly heroic act, Pfc. Anderson saved his comrades from serious injury and possible death. His personal heroism, extraordinary valor, and inspirational supreme self-sacrifice reflected great credit upon himself and the Marine Corps and upheld the highest traditions of the U. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Family members traveled to Washington, D. She reintroduced it in , and the bill remains before the th Congress. Renaming the post office in Compton in his honor would recognize his duty and sacrifice and preserve that legacy right here in our community where he grew up. Enter your email address to receive notifications of new posts by email daily, weekly, or immediately.

Email Address:. James Anderson holds the Medal of Honor citation.