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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Division:

    36th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Headquarters, 36th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 146 (1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Private First Class Charles Knipp, Jr. (ASN: 35266971), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 36th Infantry Division 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, his unit, and the United States Army.