The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Corporal George Dean (ASN: 39608283), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy while serving with the Anti-Tank Company, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division in action in Flanders, France, on 5 September 1944. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Corporal Dean reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.