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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Division:

    80th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    January 8, 1945

    Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 83 (March 24, 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 Private First Class Leo J. Rosolowski (ASN: 32281910), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with a Medical Detachment of the 80th Infantry Division in Luxembourg, on 8 January 1945, in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States. During an enemy counterattack against Dahl, Luxembourg, on 8 January 1945, all routes of evacuation were interdicted by hostile artillery, mortar, and machine gun fire. Private First Class Rosolowski, driver of a litter equipped vehicle, realizing that prompt evacuation was necessary for the more seriously wounded, drove to an advance aid station, secured two patients, and returned safely in spite of the increased fire directed at his vehicle. Private First Class Rosolowski’s courage, initiative, and sincere devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the armed forces of the United States.