Corporal Harlan C. Beam |
Class
of 2006
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United States Army
Silver Star |
Citation
For gallantry in action in the vicinity of Djebel Tefifilia,
Tunisia, January 25, 1943. Corporal Beam
voluntarily accompanied his officer on a patrol toward enemy
lines to determine the exact location of the enemy outposts.
He located one outpost and deliberately drew fire to determine
its strength. Corporal Beam’s daring on this occasion
was an inspiration to his fellow soldiers. Medal No. 19270. |
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