Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

1st Lieutenant

Unit:

Artillery Company G, 123rd Infantry Regiment, 33rd Infantry Division "Illinois Division", U.S. Army (Artillery Company G, 123rd Infantry Regiment, 33rd Infantry Division "Illinois Division", U.S. Army)

Awarded on:

1945

For action performed on 1 and 2 April 1945, during the battle for Hill 3000 near Pugo/province of La Union, island Luzon, Philippines.
Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 123d Infantry Regiment, 33d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 and 2 April 1945. First Lieutenant Stanley's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 33d Infantry Division, and the United States Army."

Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 301 (1945).

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

1st Lieutenant (Lieutenant)

Unit:

Forward Observer Artillery Company G, 123rd Infantry Regiment, 33rd Infantry Division "Illinois Division", U.S. Army