Cenotaph here
Second Lieutenant Charles J. Kimmel served with Item Company, Third Battalion, 5th Marines. He was killed in action near Point Cruz, Guadalcanal, on 2 November 1942.
Charles Jack Kimmel
PLACE OF BIRTH:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
HOME OF RECORD:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
AWARDS BY DATE OF ACTION: 1 of 1
Navy Cross
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING World War II
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Second Lieutenant
Battalion: 3d Battalion
Division: 1st Marine Division
GENERAL ORDERS:
SPOT AWARD: Serial 648 (SofN Signed October 1, 1943)
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Second Lieutenant Charles Jack Kimmel (MCSN: 0-8786), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service while in command of the Third Platoon, Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces west of the Matanikau River on Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, on 2 November 1942. Grimly aware of the importance of dislodging the enemy from their positions before nightfall, and though momentarily stopped by terrifically heavy opposition during the advance, Second Lieutenant Kimmel encouraged and inspired his men to heights of tremendous endeavor. Valiantly leading the bayonet charge initiated by his command, he was mortally wounded during the fierce hand-to-hand struggle that ensued. As a result of his daring spirit and inspiring leadership, the enemy was completely routed and the company's objective attained. His actions at all times were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country.
Second Lieutenant Charles J. Kimmel served with Item Company, Third Battalion, 5th Marines. He was killed in action near Point Cruz, Guadalcanal, on 2 November 1942.
Charles Jack Kimmel
PLACE OF BIRTH:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
HOME OF RECORD:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
AWARDS BY DATE OF ACTION: 1 of 1
Navy Cross
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING World War II
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Second Lieutenant
Battalion: 3d Battalion
Division: 1st Marine Division
GENERAL ORDERS:
SPOT AWARD: Serial 648 (SofN Signed October 1, 1943)
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Second Lieutenant Charles Jack Kimmel (MCSN: 0-8786), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service while in command of the Third Platoon, Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces west of the Matanikau River on Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, on 2 November 1942. Grimly aware of the importance of dislodging the enemy from their positions before nightfall, and though momentarily stopped by terrifically heavy opposition during the advance, Second Lieutenant Kimmel encouraged and inspired his men to heights of tremendous endeavor. Valiantly leading the bayonet charge initiated by his command, he was mortally wounded during the fierce hand-to-hand struggle that ensued. As a result of his daring spirit and inspiring leadership, the enemy was completely routed and the company's objective attained. His actions at all times were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country.
Cenotaph here
Second Lieutenant Charles J. Kimmel served with Item Company, Third Battalion, 5th Marines. He was killed in action near Point Cruz, Guadalcanal, on 2 November 1942.
Charles Jack Kimmel
PLACE OF BIRTH:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
HOME OF RECORD:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
AWARDS BY DATE OF ACTION: 1 of 1
Navy Cross
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING World War II
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Second Lieutenant
Battalion: 3d Battalion
Division: 1st Marine Division
GENERAL ORDERS:
SPOT AWARD: Serial 648 (SofN Signed October 1, 1943)
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Second Lieutenant Charles Jack Kimmel (MCSN: 0-8786), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service while in command of the Third Platoon, Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces west of the Matanikau River on Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, on 2 November 1942. Grimly aware of the importance of dislodging the enemy from their positions before nightfall, and though momentarily stopped by terrifically heavy opposition during the advance, Second Lieutenant Kimmel encouraged and inspired his men to heights of tremendous endeavor. Valiantly leading the bayonet charge initiated by his command, he was mortally wounded during the fierce hand-to-hand struggle that ensued. As a result of his daring spirit and inspiring leadership, the enemy was completely routed and the company's objective attained. His actions at all times were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country.
Second Lieutenant Charles J. Kimmel served with Item Company, Third Battalion, 5th Marines. He was killed in action near Point Cruz, Guadalcanal, on 2 November 1942.
Charles Jack Kimmel
PLACE OF BIRTH:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
HOME OF RECORD:
Rushsylvania, Ohio
AWARDS BY DATE OF ACTION: 1 of 1
Navy Cross
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING World War II
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Second Lieutenant
Battalion: 3d Battalion
Division: 1st Marine Division
GENERAL ORDERS:
SPOT AWARD: Serial 648 (SofN Signed October 1, 1943)
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Second Lieutenant Charles Jack Kimmel (MCSN: 0-8786), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished service while in command of the Third Platoon, Company I, Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, FIRST Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces west of the Matanikau River on Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, on 2 November 1942. Grimly aware of the importance of dislodging the enemy from their positions before nightfall, and though momentarily stopped by terrifically heavy opposition during the advance, Second Lieutenant Kimmel encouraged and inspired his men to heights of tremendous endeavor. Valiantly leading the bayonet charge initiated by his command, he was mortally wounded during the fierce hand-to-hand struggle that ensued. As a result of his daring spirit and inspiring leadership, the enemy was completely routed and the company's objective attained. His actions at all times were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave up his life in the service of his country.
Gravesite Details
Entered the service from Ohio.
