Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    10th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    5th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 12 (1945)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Harry B. Colborn (ASN: 0-534287), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 10th Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division during World War II. His 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.