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September 27, 1944
Laurel Outlook
Laurel, Yellowstone County, Montana
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First Sgt. William D. Fly of Laurel, Mont., awarded Bronze Star for meritorious service beyond duty in the 1943 Battle of Attu. Veteran of Pacific campaigns, including Kwajalein. Presented by Maj. Gen. A. V. Arnold at a Central Pacific base on Sept. 27.
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W.D. FLY OF LAUREL GIVEN BRONZE STAR
Award To First Sergeant Is For Service Beyond Call Of Duty In Battle Of Attu
A Central Pacific Base, Sept. 27.—First Sgt. William D. Fly of Laurel, Mont., was awarded the newly authorized Bronze Star for meritorious service in connection with military operations against the enemy during the battle of Attu by Major Gen. A. V. Arnold of the Seventh infantry division, in a ceremony held recently at a Central Pacific base.
First Sergeant Fly, a member of an infantry assault unit, received the decoration in recognition of his outstanding actions, beyond the call of duty, in the grueling three-week battle for Attu, tip of the fog-bound Aleutian island chain, a year ago.
A veteran of two campaigns in the Pacific war, First Sergeant Fly participated with the Seventh infantry division in the recent assault and capture of Kwajalein Atoll, center of Jap-held Marshall islands.
In addition to the Bronze Star, First Sergeant Fly wears the Good Conduct ribbon, the Asiatic-Pacific Theater ribbon with two battle stars, the National Defense ribbon, and the Combat Infantryman's badge.
His wife, Ruth H. Fly, resides at Route 1, Box 479, Monterey, Calif. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Fly, for many years residents of Laurel who now live in Billings.
Award To First Sergeant Is For Service Beyond Call Of Duty In Battle Of Attu
A Central Pacific Base, Sept. 27.—First Sgt. William D. Fly of Laurel, Mont., was awarded the newly authorized Bronze Star for meritorious service in connection with military operations against the enemy during the battle of Attu by Major Gen. A. V. Arnold of the Seventh infantry division, in a ceremony held recently at a Central Pacific base.
First Sergeant Fly, a member of an infantry assault unit, received the decoration in recognition of his outstanding actions, beyond the call of duty, in the grueling three-week battle for Attu, tip of the fog-bound Aleutian island chain, a year ago.
A veteran of two campaigns in the Pacific war, First Sergeant Fly participated with the Seventh infantry division in the recent assault and capture of Kwajalein Atoll, center of Jap-held Marshall islands.
In addition to the Bronze Star, First Sergeant Fly wears the Good Conduct ribbon, the Asiatic-Pacific Theater ribbon with two battle stars, the National Defense ribbon, and the Combat Infantryman's badge.
His wife, Ruth H. Fly, resides at Route 1, Box 479, Monterey, Calif. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Fly, for many years residents of Laurel who now live in Billings.
What sub-type of article is it?
Heroic Act
Military Action
Biography
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Bronze Star
Battle Of Attu
Military Award
Infantry Assault
Pacific War
Kwajalein Atoll
What entities or persons were involved?
William D. Fly
A. V. Arnold
Ruth H. Fly
William Fly
Where did it happen?
Central Pacific Base; Attu, Aleutian Islands; Kwajalein Atoll; Laurel, Mont.; Monterey, Calif.; Billings
Story Details
Key Persons
William D. Fly
A. V. Arnold
Ruth H. Fly
William Fly
Location
Central Pacific Base; Attu, Aleutian Islands; Kwajalein Atoll; Laurel, Mont.; Monterey, Calif.; Billings
Event Date
Sept. 27
Story Details
First Sgt. William D. Fly awarded Bronze Star by Maj. Gen. A. V. Arnold for outstanding service beyond duty in the Battle of Attu; veteran of Pacific campaigns including Kwajalein capture.