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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 Private First Class Everard Sheldon Andrews, Jr. (ASN: 31321530), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Germany, on 25 October 1944. Private First Class Andrews’ 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 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Soldier’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion

    Regiment:

    18th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 5, 1944
    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 124 (November 18, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Private First Class Everard Sheldon Andrews, Jr. (ASN: 31321530), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action in Flanders, France, on 5 September 1944. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Private First Class Andrews reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    18th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    November 26, 1944
    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 43 (February 18, 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 Everard Sheldon Andrews, Jr. (ASN: 31321530), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Germany, on 26 November 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.