Son of Albert Wesley "Bert" Norton Jr and Sarah Ann "Sadie" Wilson
Married Velma Hullinger
Military Information:
Served in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, World War II · US Army
LaMar Norton Awarded a Bronze Star
The "Red Ball Express" (also known as the 4th Armored Division) was dispatched to race across Europe. So much propaganda had been provided that German soldiers feared the 4th. The unit was approaching a city and they rolled into an ambush. The enemy laid mines at the end of a city block to "take out the lead tank" knowing they would be blocked in between buildings with no escape route. Literally, the shooting fish in a barrel scenario. With no exit, there is also no way to bring additional firepower alongside.
LaMar Norton and one other soldier volunteered to change a track on the lead tank. The changing of a track was easily a two-man job of several hours. They accomplished this while being fired upon.
His actions, while at great risk to himself, literally saved hundreds of lives and kept the "Red Ball Express" pressing forward.
CITATION:
PFC LaMar Norton for extraordinary acts of valor while under direct enemy fire and at great risk of his life distinguished himself above and beyond the call of duty while serving in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, near Gotha. With total disregard for his own safety and braving intense German enemy gunfire was assisted by another soldier to change the track on the lead tank that had been disabled by enemy mines . His brave actions cleared the way for the 4th Armored Division to advance on Gotha, reducing casualties and saving lives. His bravery and professionalism is in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
Married Velma Hullinger
Military Information:
Served in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, World War II · US Army
LaMar Norton Awarded a Bronze Star
The "Red Ball Express" (also known as the 4th Armored Division) was dispatched to race across Europe. So much propaganda had been provided that German soldiers feared the 4th. The unit was approaching a city and they rolled into an ambush. The enemy laid mines at the end of a city block to "take out the lead tank" knowing they would be blocked in between buildings with no escape route. Literally, the shooting fish in a barrel scenario. With no exit, there is also no way to bring additional firepower alongside.
LaMar Norton and one other soldier volunteered to change a track on the lead tank. The changing of a track was easily a two-man job of several hours. They accomplished this while being fired upon.
His actions, while at great risk to himself, literally saved hundreds of lives and kept the "Red Ball Express" pressing forward.
CITATION:
PFC LaMar Norton for extraordinary acts of valor while under direct enemy fire and at great risk of his life distinguished himself above and beyond the call of duty while serving in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, near Gotha. With total disregard for his own safety and braving intense German enemy gunfire was assisted by another soldier to change the track on the lead tank that had been disabled by enemy mines . His brave actions cleared the way for the 4th Armored Division to advance on Gotha, reducing casualties and saving lives. His bravery and professionalism is in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
Son of Albert Wesley "Bert" Norton Jr and Sarah Ann "Sadie" Wilson
Married Velma Hullinger
Military Information:
Served in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, World War II · US Army
LaMar Norton Awarded a Bronze Star
The "Red Ball Express" (also known as the 4th Armored Division) was dispatched to race across Europe. So much propaganda had been provided that German soldiers feared the 4th. The unit was approaching a city and they rolled into an ambush. The enemy laid mines at the end of a city block to "take out the lead tank" knowing they would be blocked in between buildings with no escape route. Literally, the shooting fish in a barrel scenario. With no exit, there is also no way to bring additional firepower alongside.
LaMar Norton and one other soldier volunteered to change a track on the lead tank. The changing of a track was easily a two-man job of several hours. They accomplished this while being fired upon.
His actions, while at great risk to himself, literally saved hundreds of lives and kept the "Red Ball Express" pressing forward.
CITATION:
PFC LaMar Norton for extraordinary acts of valor while under direct enemy fire and at great risk of his life distinguished himself above and beyond the call of duty while serving in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, near Gotha. With total disregard for his own safety and braving intense German enemy gunfire was assisted by another soldier to change the track on the lead tank that had been disabled by enemy mines . His brave actions cleared the way for the 4th Armored Division to advance on Gotha, reducing casualties and saving lives. His bravery and professionalism is in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
Married Velma Hullinger
Military Information:
Served in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, World War II · US Army
LaMar Norton Awarded a Bronze Star
The "Red Ball Express" (also known as the 4th Armored Division) was dispatched to race across Europe. So much propaganda had been provided that German soldiers feared the 4th. The unit was approaching a city and they rolled into an ambush. The enemy laid mines at the end of a city block to "take out the lead tank" knowing they would be blocked in between buildings with no escape route. Literally, the shooting fish in a barrel scenario. With no exit, there is also no way to bring additional firepower alongside.
LaMar Norton and one other soldier volunteered to change a track on the lead tank. The changing of a track was easily a two-man job of several hours. They accomplished this while being fired upon.
His actions, while at great risk to himself, literally saved hundreds of lives and kept the "Red Ball Express" pressing forward.
CITATION:
PFC LaMar Norton for extraordinary acts of valor while under direct enemy fire and at great risk of his life distinguished himself above and beyond the call of duty while serving in the 4th Armored Division, Third Army, Company C, near Gotha. With total disregard for his own safety and braving intense German enemy gunfire was assisted by another soldier to change the track on the lead tank that had been disabled by enemy mines . His brave actions cleared the way for the 4th Armored Division to advance on Gotha, reducing casualties and saving lives. His bravery and professionalism is in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
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