Explore the remarkable history of Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone, the only enlisted Marine to receive both the Medal of Honor and the Navy Cross during World War II. Hosted by Mike Droberg, this episode delves into Basilone's heroic actions during the Battle for Henderson Field in Guadalcanal and his posthumous accolades from the Battle of Iwo Jima. A detailed look into an often overlooked WWII hero.

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