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Michael, Harry J., 2LT.
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Casualty Info
Home Town Benton
Last Address Milford, Indiana
Casualty Date Mar 14, 1945
Cause KIA-Killed in Action
Reason Gun, Small Arms Fire
Location Germany
Conflict World War II
Location of Interment Violett Cemetery - Goshen, Indiana
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Details Behind Award
Michael single-handedly captured two German machinegun emplacements, reconnoitered the area alone, and led his platoon in two attacks which captured more enemy soldiers and materiel. He was killed while hunting for an enemy sniper the next morning. For his actions, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor a year later on February 13, 1946.
