Veterans Roll of Honor: JOHN HOWARD KEITHLEY

Branch of Service: United States Marine Corps

Rank: Sergeant

Service history: Sergeant Keithley, from Washngton D.C., served in the 1st Marine Division on an AMPHTRAC during the assualt on Peleliu. His trac was destroyed in the landings; he then fought as an infantryman. He was recalled to service during the Korean War.

Awards and Decorations:
Navy Presidential Unit Citation
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
Marine Good Conduct Medal
WWII Victory Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Combat Action Ribbon