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James Snodgrass received a field commission during World War II, then reverted to enlisted status during the Korean War, where he was Killed in Action while serving with the 1st Cavalry Division.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Second Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Division:

    4th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Headquarters, 4th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 43 (1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Second Lieutenant (Infantry) James Fort Snodgrass (ASN: RA-320688273), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations against the enemy while serving with the 4th Infantry Division during World War II.