Andrew N. Winsor

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Andrew N. Winsor (479781), Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism as Leader of a Fire Team serving with Company K, Third Battalion, First Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Peleliu, Palau Islands, 18 September 1944. When his platoon was subjected to a pounding barrage of enemy machine-gun fire from a pillbox, Corporal Winsor unhesitatingly launched a bold, single-handed attack against the strongly fortified Japanese emplacement. Alternately hurling hand grenades and firing anti-tank rifle grenades as he fearlessly advanced toward his target, he succeeded in annihilating the enemy pillbox and in killing all six occupants before he was mortally wounded by an accurate burst of hostile fire. By his daring initiative, inspiring leadership and great personal courage in the face of grave peril, Corporal Winsor contributed materially to the successful advance o four forces in this vital area, and his valiant conduct throughout was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Commander in Chief, Pacific Forces: Serial 004309 (January 11, 1945)