SSG Rex A. Davis 12-12-1944
US ARMY WWII
126th Infantry Regiment, 32nd Infantry Division | KIA: 12/12/1944 | Manila American Cemetery
According to a letter his parents received from the Adjutant General's office in Washington, D.C. on 20 Sep. '45:
"When signaled that four enemy were working toward his position, Sergeant Davis immediately moved his squad to attack. He was well in advance of his squad when he contacted the enemy. Since the terrain permitted only one man to fire effectively, he unhesitatingly opened fire, killing two of the enemy. When his rifle jammed he secured a sub-machine gun from a squad member and killed a third, when again his weapon jammed. The fourth enemy fired, inflicting a mortal wound. Nevertheless, Sergeant Davis walked back several steps, secured another rifle, and killed the remaining enemy. The gallant and courageous action of Sergeant Davis, performed at cost of his life, prevented a possible enemy attack.”
