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Lucian
King
Truscott
, Jr.
January 9, 1895

–

September 12, 1965

Cemetery:

Arlington National Cemetery

During World War II, Lucien Truscott was instrumental in developing an American commando unit patterned after the British Commando units. He organized the 1st Ranger Battalion, placing under the command of William Orlando Darby. They became known as “Darby’s Rangers.” Truscott retried in 1947 as a U.S. Army General.

Awards Received

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    November 1942
    AF, General Orders No. 28 (1942)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Brigadier General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. (ASN: 0-7096), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Commander of one of the subtask forces of the Western Task Force, in North Africa, in November 1942. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Truscott and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major General

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    July 11, 1943
    War Department, General Orders No. 11 (February 7, 1944)

    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 Major General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. (ASN: 0-7096), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding General, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Agrigento, Sicily, on 11 July 1943. Completely disregarding his own safety, General Truscott personally directed the successful operation which expended the 3d Division’s Licata beachhead, and by his continuous presence with the forward elements, as well as his exemplary judgment and leadership, inspired his command to the early capture of Agrigento and the continuance of the attack northward. General Truscott’s contact with the assault units was maintained in the face of intense artillery, mortar, and small arms fire, and he repeatedly exposed himself to this enemy fire in order to confer with the officers leading the attack and to keep them informed of the enemy situation. When certain elements were temporarily halted by an enemy counterattack he calmly and courageously assumed personal command and rallying his officers and men ordered a renewal of the attack, thereby regaining the initiative. By his intrepid direction, heroic leadership, and superior professional ability, General Truscott set an inspiring example for his command, reflecting the highest traditions of the armed forces.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major General

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    March 1943 – February 1944
    War Department, General Orders No. 67 (1945)

    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 Army Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. (ASN: 0-7096), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Commanding General, 3d Infantry Division, in Sicily and Italy, from March 1943 to February 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Truscott and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant General

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. (ASN: 0-7096), United States Army, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.

  • Navy Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant General

    Action Date:

    World War II

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. (ASN: 0-7096), United States Army, was awarded the Navy Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant General

    Action Date:

    December 1944 – July 1945
    War Department, General Orders No. 67 (1945)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Lieutenant General Lucian King Truscott, Jr. (ASN: 0-7096), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Commanding General, V Army, in Italy, from December 1944 to July 1945. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Truscott and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.