Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private 1st Class

Unit:

31st Tank Battalion, 7th Armored Division "Lucky Seventh", U.S. Army (31st Tank Battalion, 7th Armored Division "Lucky Seventh", U.S. Army)

Private First Class Victor Sajec (Army Serial Number 36234512), Infantry, United States Army, for distinguishing himself by meritorious service in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 27 August 1944, in the area of Lunthellee, France. Driving his unarmored 1/4-ton truck in the van-guard of the Combat Command, Pfc Sajec's swift and courageous action was responsible for the capture of over 50 Germans, making possible the uninterrupted advance of our troops. At one time, he came under fire from a large group of enemy troops while on a reconnaissance mission. With complete disregard for personal safety, he braved the heavy fire to report their presence to nearby infantry units which knocked out this threat to our column. PFC Sajec's outstanding performance of his hazardous duties reflects high credit on himself and the Armed Forces.

Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, General Orders No. 48 (14 September 1944).