Anthony J. Nagem

Death: 

Mar. 24, 1945

CPL, 5 INF, 71 INF DIV WORLD WAR II
Home: San Diego, CA ckd 3/21 

Synopsis:The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Anthony J. Nagem (39299851), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 5th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 24 March 1945. Corporal Nagem's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 362 (August 3, 1945)Home: San Diego, CA


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