Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private

Unit:

Company A, 275th Infantry Regiment, 70th Infantry Division "Trailblazers", U.S. Army

For extraordinary heroism in action on 17 February 1945, near Lixing, France. During a company attack, murderous enemy machine gun fire halted the advance. Realizing the extreme gravity of the situation, Private Glaze voluntarily assumed the task of knocking out the hostile weapon. He crept across open terrain, while exposed to heavy enemy mortar, artillery, and rifle fire, and hurled a grenade .at the machine gun crew, killing them instantly. Though fatally wounded, his courageous action enabled his company to continue its advance and gain its objective. His valiant service reflects the finest traditions of the armed forces. Next of Kin: Nezzie H. Glaze (Mother), Cleveland, Georgia.

Reg. nr. 44036390