Lawrence Costello

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Lawrence Costello, 11023616, Private, Medical Detachment, 18th Infantry. For gallantry in action in the vicinity of Eupen, Belgium, 19 December 1944. With utter disregard for personal safety, Private Costello moved about an area within clear view of enemy paratroops and, despite intense machine-gun and small-arms fire, administered first aid and alleviated the suffering of a number of seriously wounded soldiers. Later, under cover of darkness, he guided litter squads to the battle area and directed removal of the casualties to a medical aid station. Private Costello’s gallantry and devotion to duty under fire reflect great credit upon the Army of the United States.