HAROLD COHEN, 10th Armored Inf. Battalion, U.S. Army, For extraordinary heroism in action against the enemy on 25 February 1945 near Brecht, Germany. When the situation became untenable during the battalion’s attack upon Brecht, Germany because of small arms, artillery and direct fire that came from all directions, Lieutenant Colonel Cohen took a position on high ground in plain view of the enemy and oblivious to all danger and constant fire that fell all about him directed tank fire, lifted friendly artillery fire that was falling too close and by personal bravery, inspiring leadership and tactical skill retained the initiative and gained the important objective. His actions are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Military Service.

Mr. Cohen resided in Georgia.