Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private First Class

Awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action at New Georgia, Solomon Islands, July 28 and July 31, 1943.

"Raymond F Harris, 36312550, a private first class in the infantry, United States Army, received the award for gallantry in action at New Georgia, Solomon Islands. He effectively covered platoon withdrawls with automatic weapons fire on July 28 and July 31, 1943."