Harrison in Boone County, Arkansas — The American South (West South Central)
Jack Williams
Pharmacist's Mate 3rd Class, USNR
— October 18, 1924 - March 3, 1945 —
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 21, 2023
1. Jack Williams Marker
Jack Williams
Pharmacist's Mate 3rd Class, USNR
(October 18, 1924 - March 3, 1945)
Recipient of
Congressional Medal of Honor
for conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity at the risk of his life
above and beyond the call of duty
Iwo Jima Volcano Islands
And all others who valiantly
served their country
Donated by – Harrison Noon Lion’s Club
Erected by Harrison Noon Lion's Club.
Topics and series. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War, World II. In addition, it is included in the Medal of Honor Recipients series list. A significant historical date for this entry is March 3, 1945.
Location. 36° 13.838′ N, 93° 6.455′ W. Marker is in Harrison, Arkansas, in Boone County. Memorial is on North Main Street (Business U.S. 65) just south of West Rush Avenue, on the left when traveling north. Marker is located beside the sidewalk, near the northeast corner of the Boone County Courthouse grounds. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 North Main Street, Harrison AR 72601, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Mountain Meadows Massacre – The Journey (here, next to this marker); Mountain Meadows Massacre – The Attack (here, next
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Jack Williams (Medal of Honor). Excerpt:
Williams enlisted as an Apprentice Seaman in the United States Naval Reserve from his birth state of Arkansas in June 1943. On February 19, 1945, he landed on Iwo Jima with the 3rd Battalion, 28th Marine Regiment, 5th Marine Division. On March 3, when a Marine, James Naughton, was wounded forward of the front lines, Williams went to assist him and was hit by enemy fire.(Submitted on July 31, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
2. Jack Williams (Congressional Medal of Honor Citation)
2. Marker detail: Jack Williams
Gallantly going forward on the front lines under intense enemy small-arms fire to assist a marine wounded in a fierce grenade battle, Williams dragged the man to a shallow depression and was kneeling, using his own body as a screen from the sustained fire as he administered first aid, when struck in the abdomen and groin three times by hostile rifle fire. Momentarily stunned, he quickly recovered and completed his ministration before applying battle dressings to his own multiple wounds. Unmindful of his own urgent need for medical attention, he remained in the perilous fire-swept area to care for another marine casualty. Heroically completing his task despite pain and profuse bleeding, he then endeavored to make his way to the rear in search of adequate aid for himself when struck down by a Japanese sniper bullet which caused his collapse. Succumbing later as a result of his self-sacrificing service to others, Williams, by his courageous determination, unwavering fortitude, and valiant performance of duty, served as an inspiring example of heroism.(Submitted on July 31, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
3. Jack Williams (Find A Grave). Excerpt:
(Springfield National Cemetery, Springfield,(Submitted on July 31, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)Missouri)Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, July 21, 20233. Jack Williams Memorial(looking west from North Main Street • Boone County Courthouse in left background)
His mother received the award posthumously on his behalf in March 1946 at a ceremony in Harrison, Arkansas, for his actions at the Battle of Iwo Jima, Japan.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 31, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 114 times since then and 58 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 31, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
