Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

1st Lieutenant

Unit:

Company K, 3rd Battalion, 274th Infantry Regiment, 70th Infantry Division "Trailblazers", U.S. Army

Awarded on:

July 16th, 1945

For extraordinary heroism in action. On 4 March 1945, during the attack on Stiring-Wendel, France, Lieutenant Crowson assumed command of Company "K" when his Company Commander was wounded. Under heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire he moved erect among his men shouting and encouraging them to follow him in a charge against enemy-held houses. Inspired by his leadership, the men charged and overwhelmed the enemy positions. Lieutenant Crowson was wounded by an enemy sniper, but he continued to lead the attack until late in the evening. Ordered to be evacuated, he refused, staying with his company until he had it reorganized and ready to continue the attack. Entered military service from Fayetteville, North Carolina.

Reg. nr 05533665. Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 318 (July 16, 1945).