Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Colonel

Unit:

6e régiment d'infanterie coloniale

Awarded on:

1945

"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with 6th Regiment Colonial Infantry, in action against enemy forces on August 20 - 25, 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Gauvin's outstanding accomplishments, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the Allied Nations."

Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 62