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“For gallantry in action in the vicinity of St. Lo, Normandy, France July 19, 1944, when enemy fire forced withdrawal of the platoon, Private Lapp and two other enlisted men voluntarily remained at their positions, delivered a heavy volume of fire against hostile machine gunners and riflemen and signaled the remainder of the platoon to continue withdrawal movement. This unselfish action drew intense small arm and machine gun fire from the enemy, which mortally wounded Private Lapp and his companions. In spite of their wounds the men continued to deliver fire until the platoon had successfully withdrawn from its precarious position without further casualties. Private Lapp’s gallantry, his utter disregard for personal safety, and loyalty to his comrades, even at the sacrifice of his own live, was an inspiration to the men of the platoon and reflects its high credit upon his character.”