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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant James S. Grogan (ASN: 35119314), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, during the period from January to April 1943. Realizing the serious situation of another platoon of his company, Sergeant Grogan, after directing the defense of his platoon, assisted in the support of the endangered unit in such a manner as to insure the success of its defense. Sergeant Grogan’s superior tactical judgment and devotion to duty under heavy enemy fire were an inspiration to his fellow soldiers. 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

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Sergeant [then Technical Sergeant]

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    26th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    June 9, 1944
    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 46 (July 23, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to First Sergeant [then Technical Sergeant] James S. Grogan (ASN: 35119314), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy at Cussy, Normandy, during the invasion of Northern France in 1944. When his mortar section was overrun by the enemy, Sergeant Grogan stood his ground, inflicted heavy casualties upon the Germans and disrupted the assault. He then led a counterattack and forced the enemy to withdraw. 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.