(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Major (Infantry) Ralph M. Flynn, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as a member of the 3d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, during the period culminating on 26 November 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major Flynn and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.
Sponsored by:
Ralph
M.
Flynn
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Silver Star
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Major (Infantry)Batallion:
3d BattalionRegiment:
7th Infantry RegimentDivision:
3d Infantry DivisionAction Date:
World War II
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Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Captain (Infantry)Batallion:
3d BattalionRegiment:
7th Infantry RegimentDivision:
3d Infantry DivisionAction Date:
February 29, 1944
Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 148 (1944)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Ralph M. Flynn, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters, 3d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Italy, on 29 February 1944. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.