Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private

Unit:

Medical Detachment, 31st Tank Battalion, 7th Armored Division "Lucky Seventh", U.S. Army (Medical Detachment, 31st Tank Battalion, 7th Armored Division "Lucky Seventh", U.S. Army)

Private Willie M. Garnett (Army Serial Number 34263614), Medical Detachment, 31st Tank Battalion, United States Army, for distinguishing himself by heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 17 August 1944 in the area of Chartres, France. During the attack on the heavily fortified city of Chartres, Pvt. Garnett followed closely behind the combat units to render maximum aid to the wounded. Without regard for his own personal safety, he made repeated trips through enemy-held areas and continued in his courageous efforts until the field had been cleared of all men requiring medical attention. Pvt. Garnett's valor and devotion to duty re-fleet the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces.

Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, General Orders No. 44 (10 September 1944).