Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Corporal

Unit:

Company D, 124th Infantry Regiment, 31st Infantry Division, U.S. Army

Awarded on:

March 28th, 1946

"He displayed conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity. In a fierce counterattack, the Japanese closed in on his machinegun emplacement, hurling hand grenades, 1 of which exploded under the gun, putting it out of action and wounding 2 of the crew. While the remaining gunners were desperately attempting to repair their weapon another grenade landed squarely in the emplacement. Quickly realizing he could not safely throw the unexploded missile from the crowded position, Cpl. Harr unhesitatingly covered it with his body to smother the blast. His supremely courageous act, which cost him his life, saved 4 of his comrades and enabled them to continue their mission."

General Order No. 28, March 28th, 1946.
Awarded posthumously

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Corporal

Unit:

Company D, 124th Infantry Regiment, 31st Infantry Division, U.S. Army