Joseph W. Ozbourn
Joseph William Ozbourn | |
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Joseph W. Ozbourn, Medal of Honor recipient | |
| Born | October 24, 1919 Herrin, Illinois |
| Died | July 30, 1944 (aged 24) Tinian, Northern Mariana Islands |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1943–1944 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, 23rd Marines |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart |
Private Joseph William Ozbourn (October 24, 1919 – July 30, 1944) was a United States Marine who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for sacrificing his life to save his comrades on Tinian in the Marianas on July 30, 1944.