Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone USMC Assembly #4020

Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone USMC Assembly #4020 Founded November 25, 2024

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Knights of Columbus members who wish to live out patriotism together can join “the Fourth Degree.” Members of this degree have the special honor of holding the title “Sir Knight,” participating in color and honor guards and organizing programs that promote Catholic citizenship. They also become part of a Fourth Degree Assembly in their area. There are more than 3,500 Fourth Degree assemblies aroun

d the world. Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone (1916-1945) was awarded the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism in combat at Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands, in October 1942. During brutal fighting with heavy casualties on both sides, he killed at least 38 Japanese soldiers. He returned home to a hero's welcome, including a parade featured in "Life" magazine. But he requested to return to combat, stating that he was just "a plain soldier" who belonged with his unit. On February 19, 1945, Basilone was killed in action leading an assault off the beaches of Iwo Jima. He was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross, the only enlisted Marine to be honored with both the Navy Cross and the Medal of Honor. Officers of the Assembly:
Faithful Navigator SK Robert F Schnell
Faithful Comptroller SK Victor Chi
Faithful Friar SK Rev Michael F Falce
Faithful Captain SK Anthony Zalak
Faithful Admiral SK William J Kuil
Faithful Purser SK Henry F Zalak
Faithful Pilot SK Matthew K Geisert
Faithful Scribe SK Salvatore J Isabella
Inner Sentinel SK James Funaro
Outer Sentinel SK Robert Walsh
One Year Trustee SK Richard J Mezic
Two Year Trustee SK John Heenan
Three Year Trustee SK Joseph McAteer

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05/27/2026

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Today, we honor Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone; a true American hero from New Jersey whose courage defined what it means to sacrifice for others.

Born in Raritan, NJ, Basilone became one of the most legendary United States Marines in history. During the brutal Battle of Guadalcanal in World War II, he stood his ground against overwhelming enemy forces, fighting through the night while many around him fell. With ammunition running low and enemy troops closing in, he continued defending his fellow Marines with unimaginable bravery. For his actions, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

But John Basilone didn’t stop there.

After becoming a national hero, he could have remained safely home helping with war bond tours. Instead, he chose to go back into combat with his brothers. On February 19, 1945, during the invasion of Iwo Jima, Basilone once again charged into danger to save others. He was killed in action that day.

He gave everything for this country.

Memorial Day is not about barbecues or long weekends. It is about men like John Basilone. Men who laid down their lives so future generations could live free.

New Jersey will never forget your courage.
America will never forget your sacrifice.

Semper Fi, Marine.

Forest Hills Memorial Day parade 🇺🇸
05/25/2026

Forest Hills Memorial Day parade 🇺🇸

The annual Forest Hills Memorial Day Parade was taking place on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens, New York, on May 24, 2026. Hosted by the American Legion Conti...

Thank you to the members of Msgr. Sherman Council No 5103, Knights of Columbus and Knights of Columbus Juniper Valley Co...
05/23/2026

Thank you to the members of Msgr. Sherman Council No 5103, Knights of Columbus and Knights of Columbus Juniper Valley Council 14578 who came out on this weekend as we honor remember and never forget all those who have gone before us as we planted flags on gravestones at Cypress Hills national cemetery was a great morning and great turnout. 🇺🇸👏

05/20/2026
05/19/2026

September 20, 2026
The John Basilone Memorial Parade
Raritan Borough, NJ. Rain or shine. 1300 hrs.

A great turnout for His Eminence Cardinal Raymond Burke’s visit from the Vatican to celebrate Mass and bring a 1st Class...
05/10/2026

A great turnout for His Eminence Cardinal Raymond Burke’s visit from the Vatican to celebrate Mass and bring a 1st Class Relic of Saint Carlo Acutis and bless his Mosaic at St Pancras RC Church
A big shout out to SK Tony Harilal, FN of General Stephen Moylan Assembly and SK Eddie Velinskie, FN, SK Roy Smith, CCC, SK Chris Foti & SK Lloyd Spangen of the Long Island Assembly for their support. Our very own Color Corps Commander, SK Michael Hennessy, did an awesome job leading the team

Exemplification of the 4th Degree 🇺🇸It was truly an honor for the Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone Assembly #4020 to host...
04/21/2026

Exemplification of the 4th Degree 🇺🇸
It was truly an honor for the Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone Assembly #4020 to host along with Knights of Columbus Juniper Valley Council 14578

A great turnout at our Diocese Chrism mass between all assemblies of Brooklyn and Queens as we support our amazing pries...
04/01/2026

A great turnout at our Diocese Chrism mass between all assemblies of Brooklyn and Queens as we support our amazing priests.

Thanks to Sir Knight Frank Kotnik from Msgr. Sherman Council No 5103, Knights of Columbus for coming up with this great ...
03/17/2026

Thanks to Sir Knight Frank Kotnik from Msgr. Sherman Council No 5103, Knights of Columbus for coming up with this great idea and putting it together they are now selling lawn signs to commemorate our nations 250th anniversary they are $10 each contact PGK Sal Laurenzano or Frank Kotnik if you would like to purchase one. This is a great collaboration for our assembly as well to promote patriotism 🇺🇸

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