Hershel W. Williams Hershel Woodrow `` Woody '' Williams ( born October 2 , 1923 ) is a retired United States Marine who received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II .
Hershel W. Williams Hershel Woodrow `` Woody '' Williams ( born October 2 , 1923 ) is a retired United States Marine . He received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II .