Robert H. Jenkins Jr.
Robert Henry Jenkins Jr. | |
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Robert H. Jenkins | |
| Born | June 1, 1948 Interlachen, Florida, U.S. |
| Died | March 5, 1969 (aged 20) Quảng Trị province, South Vietnam |
| Place of burial | Sister Spring Baptist Cemetery Interlachen, Florida |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1968–1969 |
| Rank | Private First Class |
| Unit | 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion |
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War † |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart Combat Action Ribbon |
Robert Henry Jenkins Jr. (June 1, 1948 – March 5, 1969) was a United States Marine who was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for his heroic actions above and beyond the call of duty in March 1969 during the Vietnam War.