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Langille, Allen F.

Date of birth:
(Boston/Massachusetts, United States)
Date of death:
August 15th, 1944 (France)
Buried on:
Rhône American Cemetery and Memorial
Plot: D. Row: 7. Grave: 20.
Nationality:
American

Biography

Army Service Number 11046104.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Private
Unit:
Company B, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division "Thunderbird", U.S. Army
Awarded on:
1943
Synopsis:
"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in July 1943. Private Langille's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 45th Infantry Division, and the United States Army."

Posthumously awarded.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 24
Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Private
Unit:
Company B, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division "Thunderbird", U.S. Army
Awarded for:
Operation Dragoon

This award was obtained in the form of an Oak Leaf to be attached on the ribbon of the first award.
Purple Heart

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