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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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Darwyn E. Walker (ASN: 0-1307895), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 8 January 1945 in France. 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

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Germany)

    Action Date:

    January – May 1945

    First Lieutenant (Infantry) Darwyn E. Walker (ASN: 0-1307895), United States Army, was captured by German forces during fighting in France in January 1945, and was held as a Prisoner of War until the end of hostilities in May 1945.