Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private 1st Class

Unit:

274th Infantry Regiment, 70th Infantry Division

Awarded on:

April 29th, 1945

for heroic achievement in action on 20 February 1945 near Spicheren Heights, France. While assisting in covering their squad's assault on a pillbox, Private First Class Brandt and a comrade were first to detect an enemy force of approximately 12 men attacking from the right flank. Immediately moving into positions they aggressively engaged the hostile group with accurate rifle fire. When they were joined by other men covering the squad's assault, the enemy was completely routed. Private First Class Brandt's alertness, prompt initiative and gallantry helped secure the right flank and enabled his platoon to continue its mission. Entered military service from Troy, Ohio.

General Order 33, 70th Infantry Division, dated 29 April 1945