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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 Phillip Tannenbaum (ASN: 32010479), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 7th Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the vicinity of Colleville-sur-Mer, Normandy, France, on 7 June 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.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Staff Sergeant

    Batallion:

    7th Field Artillery Battalion

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    August 1, 1944

    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 88 (September 18, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Phillip Tannenbaum (ASN: 32010479), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 7th Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Normandy, France, on 1 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.