Saline County KS Archives Military Records.....Robb, George S. 1918
WWI 269th Infantry, 93d Division
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Congressional Medal Of Honor Citation
  George S. Robb, first lieutenant, 369th Infantry, 93d Division. For
conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in
action with the enemy near Sechault, France, September 29-30, 1918. While
leading his platoon in the assault on Sechault Lieut. Robb was severely wounded
by machine-gun fire, but rather than go to the rear for proper treatment he
remained with his platoon until ordered to the dressing station by his
commanding officer. Returning within 45 minutes, he remained on duty throughout
the entire night, inspecting his lines and establishing outposts. Early the next
morning he was again wounded, once again displaying his remarkable devotion to
duty by remaining in command of his platoon. Later the same day a bursting shell
added two more wounds, the same shell killing his commanding officer and two
officers of his company. He then assumed command of the company and organized
its position in the trenches. Displaying wonderful courage and tenacity at
critical times, he was the only officer of his battalion who advanced beyond the
town, and by clearing machine-gun and sniping posts contributed largely to the
aid of his battalion in holding their objective. His example of bravery and
fortitude and his eagerness to continue with his mission despite severe wounds
set before the enlisted men of his command a most wonderful standard of morale
and self-sacrifice. Residence at appointment: 308 South Twelfth Street, Salina,
Kans.

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CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR
THE DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
AND THE
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL
ISSUED BY THE WAR DEPARTMENT
Since April 6, 1917
Up to and including
General Orders, No. 126, War Department, November 11, 1919

COMPILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL OF THE ARMY
WASHINGTON
GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE
1920


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