Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Technical Sergeant

Unit:

Company B, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division "Thundering Herd", U.S. Army (Company B, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division "Thundering Herd", U.S. Army)

The Silver Star is presented to Sherman M. Dunn (37012988), Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company B, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, during the period 25 January to 27 January 1945. In Nennig and Berg, Germany, Sergeant Dunn took command of his platoon after the platoon leader was wounded and led the platoon in a superior manner. Although wounded twice, Sergeant Dunn refused to be evacuated and continued to lead his platoon until successful completion of its mission. The courage, endurance and leadership of Sergeant Dunn was an inspiration to his men and a credit to the high traditions of our Armed Forces. Hometown: Eugene, Oregon.

Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders No. 1 (8 February 1945).