USS John Basilone dedicated to John Basilone who was awarded the Medal of Honor.

After receiving the Medal of Honor he became an instructor, however he requested to be sent back into combat. 

USS John Basilone 

Joseph Buckley and Lewis "Chesty" Puller are awarded the Navy Cross for actions on Cape Gloucester.1944

Navy Cross Award

Marines (Left to Right) Cpl Roy F. Webster and Sgt DeWaine J. Fish of the 2nd Bn, 26th Marines warm coffee at a sulphur pit on Iwo Jima, February 1945. The pipe was used for a Japanese steam bath.