John Thurman served in the Marine Corps during World War II and he deployed with the 5th Marine Corps Division, 27th Regiment. John fought in Iwo Jima and witnessed the flag raising on Mount Suribachi as he was a sniper assigned to protect the men as they raised the flag. John returned home to the U.S. after Iwo Jima and was later assigned to Japan’s mainland where he was a Military Police Officer. John was Honorably discharged in May of 1946 as a sergeant.
John was awarded a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star for his service. John has been a public speaker and is very active in the Veteran community. John has been such an inspiration over the years that Larimer County, Colorado has declared July 27th John “Jack” Thurman Day in his honor. Semper Fi Marine Thank you for your service and paving the way for all the Marines that have followed you.
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