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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Captain (Cavalry) Barrett C. Dillow, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 24th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized), 4th Cavalry Group (Separate), FIRST U.S. Army, in action against enemy forces while defending St. Vith, Belgium, on 21 December 1944. With a reconnaissance squadron of cavalry, Captain Dillow knocked out a gun emplacement and killed or injured several of the enemy. His extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Captain (Cavalry)

    Batallion:

    24th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron

    Regiment:

    4th Cavalry Group

    Division:

    (Separate)

    Action Date:

    August 24, 1944

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Cavalry) Barrett C. Dillow, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with , 24th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 4th Cavalry Group, (Separate), in action against the enemy in France, on 24 August 1944. 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.