Robert Reinhold Martin (15 April 1902 â 8 July 1950) was a United States Army officer who served in World War II and the Korean War.
Martin was born in Toledo, Ohio, on 15 April 1902.
During World War II, Martin served in the 44th Infantry Division. Following the outbreak of the Korean War, he was appointed as a commander of the 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. In the Battle of Chonan (July 7âÂÂ8, 1950), he and his regiment fought to the death to defend the Chonan. Martin and 128 other US soldiers were killed in action.
On July 11, 1950, per General Orders No. 12, Martin was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions during the Korean War. His citation reads:
Martin's military awards include:
In Cheonan, there is a memorial â "Martin Park" â and a commemoration ceremony is held every year.