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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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Major (Chaplain’s Corps) Albert William Braun, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a chaplain with the 92d Coast Artillery, in the Philippine Islands, in April and May 1942. During the defense of the Philippine Islands, Chaplain Braun directed the rescue of the wounded and the putting out of several fires despite danger from exploding ammunition after the command post at Corregidor received a direct hit during an air attack. His courage in the rescue of and assistance rendered to many wounded made more effective his day of work among the members of his command. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Chaplain Braun, 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:

    First Lieutenant (Chaplain’s Corps)

    Regiment:

    6th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    5th Division, American Expeditionary Forces

    Action Date:

    October 14, 1918
    GHQ, American Expeditionary Forces, Citation Orders No. 1 (June 3, 1919)

    By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), First Lieutenant (Chaplain’s Corps) Albert William Braun, United States Army, is cited by the Commanding General, American Expeditionary Forces, for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him. Chaplain Braun distinguished himself by gallantry in action while serving with the 6th Infantry Regiment, 5th Division, American Expeditionary Forces, in action near Romagne, France, 14 October 1918. Although slightly wounded, Chaplain Braun remained on duty caring for the wounded.
    (First Citation)