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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 Brigadier General [then Colonel (Infantry)] Charles M. Gettys, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from July 1960 to May 1963.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Division:

    71st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 71st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 28 (1945)

    (UNCONFIRMED – Citation Needed): Charles M. Gettys, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 71st Infantry Division during World War II.