After enlisting in the Illinois National Guard in 1939, in 1941 Neville Brand joined the regular Army, serving in combat during World War II. He later became a Hollywood movie star, and is most notably remembered for his roles in Westerns.
Sponsored by:
Neville
L.
Brand
August 13, 1920
–
April 16, 1992
Born:
Griswold
,
Iowa
Home:
Kewanee
,
Illinois
Awards Received
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Staff SergeantRegiment:
331st Infantry RegimentDivision:
83d Infantry DivisionAction Date:
March 1, 1945
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 Neville L. Brand (ASN: 20602562), United States Army, for gallantry in action and disregard for personal safety while serving with the 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action on 1 March 1945, in Germany. His actions reflects the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.