(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 Staff Sergeant Lafayette Green Pool (ASN: 38032791), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 32d Armored Regiment, 3d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in France, from 29 to 31 August 1944. Commanding the lead tank, alone, Staff Sergeant Pool accounted for four German tanks, three anti-tank guns, approximately 50 unarmored vehicles and an overwhelming number of enemy personally killed or wounded. His unflinching courage and inspired leadership in the face of devastating hostile fire permitted the rapid advance of his task force with a minimum of casualties. Staff Sergeant Pool’s 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, the 3d Armored Division, and the United States Army.
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Awards Received
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
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United States ArmyRank:
Staff SergeantBatallion:
3d BattalionRegiment:
32d Armored RegimentDivision:
3d Armored DivisionAction Date:
World War II
(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 Staff Sergeant Lafayette Green Pool (ASN: 38032791), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 32d Armored Regiment, 3d Armored Division, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations 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.