The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Technical Sergeant Ewel T. Blakely (ASN: 34085473), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 702d Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 6 and 7 October 1944. Technical Sergeant Blakely'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.
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Technical Sergeant Ewel T. Blakely (ASN: 34085473), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 702d Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 6 and 7 October 1944. Technical Sergeant Blakely'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.
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SC Sgt 702 Tank Destroyer BN World War II
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