Webster Anderson, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Webster Anderson

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient

Date of Birth: 15-Jul-1933

Place of Birth: Winnsboro, South Carolina, United States

Date of Death: 30-Aug-2003

Profession: military personnel

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Webster Anderson (July 15, 1933 – August 30, 2003) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of America's highest military decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Vietnam War. Anderson joined the Army from his birth city of Winnsboro, South Carolina in 1953 and served during the Korean War, and by October 15, 1967, was serving as a Staff Sergeant in Battery A, 2nd Battalion, 320th Artillery Regiment, 101st Airborne Infantry Division (Airmobile).
On that day, Anderson's artillery unit was attacked by North Vietnamese forces near Tam K? in the Republic of Vietnam.
Anderson directed the defense of the unit's position and continued to lead after twice being severely wounded.
Despite losing both of his legs and part of an arm, he survived his wounds and was promoted to the rank of Sergeant First Class before being retired and awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle.