New Britain in Hartford County, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)

Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011

1. Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr. Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

In Memory Of
Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr.
United States Marine Corps Reserve
October 29, 1929 October 26, 1952 Killed in action in Korea and awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor by the President of the United States for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.
"By his indomitable fighting spirit, superb leadership and great personal valor in the face of tremendous odds, Second Lieutenant Skinner served to inspire his fellow Marines in their heroic stand against the enemy and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country."
Erected by the Citizens of New Britain, Connecticut, in grateful remembrance of all those who gave their lives in Korea.

Erected by the Citizens of New Britain.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, Korean. In addition, it is included in the Medal of Honor Recipients series list. A significant historical month for this entry is October 1870.

Location. 41° 39.391′

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N, 72° 47.895′ W. Marker is in New Britain, Connecticut, in Hartford County. Marker is at the intersection of Corbin Avenue (Connecticut Route 372) and Monroe Street, on the right when traveling south on Corbin Avenue. Located in Skinner Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New Britain CT 06052, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Frederick "Doc" Mirliani (approx. 0.6 miles away); City of New Britain Sesquicentennial Anniversary (approx. 0.6 miles away); Charles K. Hamilton (approx. 0.6 miles away); Zlo Dobrem Zwyciezaj (approx. 0.7 miles away); Ye Old State House Step (approx. 0.7 miles away); 100 Birthday of Freedom Tree (approx. 0.7 miles away); Salute To Women (approx. ¾ mile away); New Britain World War I Monument (approx. 0.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Britain.

Also see . . . Sherrod E. Skinner, Jr.on Wikipedia. (Submitted on March 30, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)

Photographed By Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011

2. Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr. Marker

Small Plaque on Flagpole Base image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011

3. Small Plaque on Flagpole Base

In Memory Of
Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr.
U.S. Marine Corps
Congressional Medal
Of Honor Recipient
During Korean Conflict
Oct. 29, 1929 - Oct. 26, 1952
Presented by
The Keemosahbee Council
Boy Scouts of America
New Britain, Conn.

Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr. Marker in Skinner Park image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Herrick, March 29, 2011

4. Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr. Marker in Skinner Park

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 1,274 times since then and 77 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 30, 2011, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.