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(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 Technical Sergeant William N. Russell, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 324th Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations in 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.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Technical Sergeant

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    324th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    44th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    February 15, 1945
    Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 164 (June 1, 1946)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Technical Sergeant William N. Russell, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 324th Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Rimling, France, on 15 February 1945. Technical Sergeant Russell’s extraordinary heroism, 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 44th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.