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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 25 (May 31, 1943)

    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) Lawrence J. Allen, Jr. (ASN: 0-416072), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, during the period from January to May 1943. When communications with a forward observation post were destroyed, Lieutenant Allen, despite heavy enemy fire, carried radio equipment across mountainous terrain to this post. His bravery was an inspiration to the men of his company. Lieutenant Allen’s 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.