Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

1st Lieutenant

Unit:

116th Infantry Regiment

Awarded on:

1944

Awarded for:

Operation Overlord

Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 116th Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944. Second Lieutenant Taylor'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 29th Infantry Division, and the United States Army."

General Orders No. 75, Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army (1944).