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Gamache, Gilles

    Nationality:
    Canadian

    Biography

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    Period:
    Second World War (1939-1945)
    Rank:
    Major
    Unit:
    Les Fusiliers Mont Royal, Canadian Army
    Awarded on:
    September 27th, 1945
    "For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 20 July 1944 near Ifs, France. During the attack of Les Fusiliers Mont Royal on the strongly held Beauvoir Farm, the full weight of the enemy defensive artillery and mortar fire was brought to bear on the troops under Major Gamache. Refusing to be evacuated although badly wounded, Major Gamache remained at the head of his troops and with superior leadership and an exemplary display of courage insured the reduction of the enemy stronghold. His personal example was reflected in the actions of each member of the unit, and the inspiration which he lent courageously reflected high credit upon himself and the armed forces of the Allied armies."

    Headquarters: European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 271
    Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)

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