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The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Gerald V. Regan (MCSN: 81786), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism while serving with the 16th Company, 5th Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, A.E.F. in action near St. Etienne, France, 4 October 1918. Acting in the capacity of section leader, Corporal Regan rendered great assistance to his platoon and company commanders during an attack, and led his section in advance until he fell mortally wounded.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Corporal

    Regiment:

    Fifth Regiment (Marines)

    Division:

    2d Division, American Expeditionary Forces

    Action Date:

    October 4, 1918
    War Department, General Orders No. 37 (1919)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Corporal Gerald Vincent Regan (MCSN: 81786), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism while serving with the Sixteenth Company, Fifth Regiment (Marines), 2d Division, A.E.F., in action near St. Etienne, France, 4 October 1918. Acting in the capacity of section leader, Corporal Regan rendered great assistance to his platoon and company commanders during an attack, and led his section in advance until he fell mortally wounded.