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Revision as of 20:48, 25 November 2006
Basil L. Plumley (born 1920) is most famous for his actions as a Sergeant-Major of the US Army's 7th Cavalry Regiment, at the Battle of Ia Drang (1965). Plumley fought in World War II and Korea, making 5 combat paratroop jumps with the 82nd Airborne Division. He retired as a Command Sergeant Major.
He was played by Sam Elliott in the film, We Were Soldiers.
Awards
- Silver Star (2x)
- Combat Infantryman Badge (3x)
- Bronze Star (2x)
- Doughboy Award 1999
Sources
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