Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Staff Sergeant

Unit:

Company B, 327th Engineer Combat Battalion, 102nd Infantry Division "Ozark", U.S. Army

Awarded on:

March 10th, 1945

Charged with the mission of supporting infantry in an attack on a strong enemy position, ... proceeded under harassing enemy artillery and small arms fire. With disregard for their personal safety, they crawled to the fortification, placed a heavy charge and detonated it. As a result of their courageous action, the fortification was demolished and six prisoners were taken. The courage and aggressiveness displayed by these enlisted men reflect great credit upon themselves and the military service.