Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private

Unit:

Company E, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, 36th Infantry Division "Arrowhead", U.S. Army

Under the provisions of Army Regulations 600-45, as amended, it is recommended that Saburo Tanamachi, (38562665) Private, Company E, Second Battalion, 442d Infantry Regiment, be awarded (posthumously) the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 29 October 1944, in the vicinity of Biffontaine, France.

"Fighting a desperate enemy who was surprised by an attack from his rear, Pvt. Saburo Tanamachi, acting squad leader, led his squad over Hill 617 with a minimum loss to his squad. On sweeping down the hill, the squad encountered a terrific counter attack from the left flank. One of the members of the squad was severely wounded. In the face of four enemy machine guns and about 12 riflemen, Pvt. Tanamachi crept forward to give aid to his wounded comrade,. occasionally stopping to yell fire orders to his men. Just as he reached his comrade and was about to give him first aid, he was fatally wounded. Roused by the courage of their leader, the squad charged forward and unnerved the enemy who hastily tried 'to withdraw, but the combined actions of the whole platoon overwhelmed the enemy who was either killed or captured. The heroism and courage displayed by Pvt Tanamachi are deserving of high commendation and reflect the finest traditions of the Army of the United States. Entered military service from: San Benito, Texas."

Posthumously awarded.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private

Unit:

Company E, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, 36th Infantry Division "Arrowhead", U.S. Army

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)