5th Ranger Battalion (United States) - Battle Honors

Battle Honors

Battle honors received for actions in the invasion of France:

  • Citation approved by the Commanding General, First U.S. Army, in the name of the President of the United States for actions as leading assault unit on the beach at H-hour on D-Day in the invasion of France.
  • Commendation from Major General C. H. Gerhardt for participation in the capture of the City of Brest, Fort Pt. Minon and Fort De Mengaht.
  • Commendation from Lieutenant General William H. Simpson in the capture of Brest.

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