Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Private 1st Class

Unit:

Company C, 2nd Ranger Battalion, Provisional Ranger Group, V Corps, First Army, U.S. Army

Awarded on:

October 16th, 1944

Awarded for:

Operation Neptune

Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 2d Ranger Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 6 and 7 June 1944, in France. Private First Class Stephens' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army."

HQ First Army General Orders No. 69 (October 16, 1944)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Unit:

Company C, 2nd Ranger Battalion, V Corps, First Army, U.S. Army

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