Hershel “Woody” Williams describes his actions on Iwo Jima for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor.
Hershel “Woody” Williams, 3rd Marine Division
Hershel “Woody” Williams describes his actions on Iwo Jima for which he was awarded the Medal of Honor.
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