Shields, Charles W.

Nationality:: American (1776 - present, Republic)

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Bronze Star Medal (BSM)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Private First Class
Unit:: Company B, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division "Thunderbird", U.S. Army

For action performed on 9 November 1943, at the Croce-Corno ridge near Venafro/province of Isernia, Italy.

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Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Staff Sergeant
Unit:: Company B, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division "Thunderbird", U.S. Army

For action performed on 12 and 13 September 1944, in the battle for Hill 362 north of Cubrial/Doubs department, region of Franche-Comté, France.
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Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 96 (1944).

Sources

- Fisher, G.A., The Story of the 180th Infantry Regiment, Newsfoto Publishing Co., San Angelo, Texas, 1947
- Military Times.com

Shields, Charles W.

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