Thomas E. Atkins
Encyclopedia
Thomas E. Atkins was a Private in the United States Army
who received the Medal of Honor
for actions in World War II
during a skirmish on 10 March 1945 in the Battle of Luzon
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where he eventually became a farmer. He died on 15 September 1999, from congestive heart failure
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United States Army
The United States Army is the main branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for land-based military operations. It is the largest and oldest established branch of the U.S. military, and is one of seven U.S. uniformed services...
who received the Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It is bestowed by the President, in the name of Congress, upon members of the United States Armed Forces who distinguish themselves through "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her...
for actions in World War II
World War II
World War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis...
during a skirmish on 10 March 1945 in the Battle of Luzon
Battle of Luzon
The Battle of Luzon was a land battle fought as part of the Pacific Theater of Operations of World War II by the Allied forces of the U.S., its colony The Philippines, and Mexico against forces of the Empire of Japan. The battle resulted in a U.S. and Filipino victory...
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Medal of Honor citation
After the war
Atkins retired from the army and settled in his home town of Campobello, South CarolinaCampobello, South Carolina
Campobello is a town in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, along the South Pacolet River. The population was 502 at the 2010 census.-Geography:Campobello is located at ....
where he eventually became a farmer. He died on 15 September 1999, from congestive heart failure
Congestive heart failure
Heart failure often called congestive heart failure is generally defined as the inability of the heart to supply sufficient blood flow to meet the needs of the body. Heart failure can cause a number of symptoms including shortness of breath, leg swelling, and exercise intolerance. The condition...
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See also
- List of Medal of Honor recipients
- List of Medal of Honor recipients for World War II