Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Awarded on:

March 17th, 1945

For her assistance to Allied airmen.

With Bronze Star

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Awarded on:

November 1946

Citation:
“Madame Di Giacomo sheltered at least 36 Allied evaders; she fed them, and cared for them in every possible way until she was able to arrange for their evacuation. She also provided false papers and identity cards. Although she has a young daughter Madame Di Giacomo’s devotion to the Allied cause was such that she not only housed Allied evaders, but also did convoy work, and in August 1944 crossed the German lines with six evaders whom she guided to safety. Madame Di Giacomo was, at all times, an inspiration to those with whom she came in touch; she showed a complete disregard for her own safety and a fine patriotic spirit.”

Medal presented at the British Embassy in Paris in November 1946.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Citation:
“Madame Di Giacomo, French Civilian, for exceptionally meritorious achievement which aided the United States in the prosecution of the war against the enemy in Continental Europe, from December 1943 to August 1944. She distinguished herself by her great courage, ingenuity, and determination in the performance of hazardous missions. Completely disregarding her personal safety she assisted directly in the evasion of thirty eight Allied airmen, and, through her unselfish devotion to the Allied cause contributed materially to the success of the war effort, thereby meriting the praise and recognition of the United States of America.”

Medal presented presented in February 1947.