Collins, William J.

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Nationality:: American (1776 - present, Republic)

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Bronze Star Medal (BSM)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Sergeant

Citation:
"While on a voluntary reconnaissance thru a wooded area, seeking a route for tanks, Sgt. Collins, without regard for his safety, knowingly passed beyond the forward element of friendly troops and into enemy defensive lines, selecting a route, which enabled his platoon to advance without opposition."

Sources

- Holyoke Transcript dated May 31, 1945.

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