Richard B. Anderson
Richard Beatty Anderson | |
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| Born | June 26, 1921 Tacoma, Washington, US |
| Died | February 1, 1944 (aged 22) Roi Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands |
| Buried | New Tacoma Cemetery, University Place, Washington |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1942–1944 |
| Rank | Private First Class |
| Unit | 2nd Battalion, 23rd Marines |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Purple Heart |
Richard Beatty Anderson (June 26, 1921 – February 1, 1944) was a United States Marine who sacrificed his life during World War II and received the Medal of Honor posthumously for his heroism.