AWARD OF THE SILVER STAR MED AL TO
CPL LAWRENCE G. FITZPATRICK
For Gallantry In Action 19 September 1944

HEADQUARTERS 82D AIRBORNE DIVISION
OFFICE OF THE DIVISION COMMANDER

APO 469, U.S. ARMY
3 April 1945

SUBJECT: Award of the Silver Star Medal.
TO : Cpl Lawrence G. Fitzpatrick, 13084814
        508th Parachute Infantry, U. S. Army.

Under the provisions of 600-45, as amended, and pursuant to authority contained in letter 200.6 (AG) Headquarters XVIII Corps Airborne, dated 31 August 1944, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to the following named individual:

CITATION:

LAWRENCE G. FITZPATRICK, 13084814, Corporal, 508TH Parachute Infantry.  For gallantry in action on 19 September 1944 near *** GERMANY.  During the assault on a hill objective, Corporal FITZPATRICK led off, carrying a light machine gun and firing from the hip.  He killed approximately fifteen Germans before reaching the crest and continued his attack against the fleeing enemy, killing about twenty more.  His inspiring courage throughout the attack and the reorganization and defense of this key position was outstanding.  His initiative and leadership contributed materially to the success of the action and reflect high credit on the Airborne Forces of the United States Army.