Jesse Willis Amey was born on March 16, 1916. He was a graduate of Manlius Military Academy, Manlius, N.Y., and also attended Cornell University for two years and the University of Miami for one year.
Cpl. Amey enlisted in the Marines, on January 11, 1943, and left the States the following September. At the time of his death, he was serving in Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division. He was Killed in Action on July 22, 1944, during the Battle for Guam.
From ST. PETERSBURG TIMES, ST. PETERSBURG, FLORIDA, TUESDAY, MAY 22, 1945, PAGE SEVEN
CPL. JESSE AMEY WINS SILVER STAR POSTHUMOUSLY
For showing extraordinary heroism as a team fire leader serving with the Third Marine division in action against the enemy Japanese forces at Guam, July 21, 1944, the Silver Star medal has been awarded posthumously to Marine Cpl. Jesse W. Amey.
The award was presented to his wife, the former Anne Roberts, 4926 Fourth avenue south, Sunday, by Capt. Frederick T. Finucane, USMC, of Jacksonville. In addition to his wife, the corporal is survived by a son, William Roberts, five years old.
The citation which accompanied the Silver Star medal award states: "For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity as a team fire leader serving with the Third battalion, Third Marines, Third Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Guam, Marianas Islands, July 22, 1944. When enemy fire seriously wounded the two riflemen with whom he was defending an important position, after one other comrade had been killed and two more evacuated, Cpl. Amey, refusing to withdraw from the area despite fierce Japanese rifle and grenade opposition, steadfastly maintained an intense, accurate covering fire until his two companions were moved to safety.
"Although killed while engaged in his valiant single handed fight, Cpl. Amey had enabled a subsequent support echelon to take over and hold the position. Cpl. Amey's exceptional fortitude, indomitable fighting spirit and tenacious devotion to duty in the face of grave peril were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States naval service. He gallantly gave his life for his country."
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