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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Captain (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    22d Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    4th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    February 12, 1945

    Headquarters, 4th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 6 (January 14, 1946)

    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 (Infantry) William C. McCahill (ASN: 0-1313761), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 22d Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy at Prum, Germany, on 12 February 1945. The initiative and courage displayed by this officer reflect great credit upon himself and the armed forces of the United States.