Biography

Second Lieutenant Glenn Joseph Doman was commissioned an Infantry Officer upon graduation from Infantry Officer Candidate School Class 242A-43 on 26 May 1943. First Lieutenant Doman distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 346th Infantry Regiment, 87th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Belgium, on 7 January 1945, in Belgium. Second Lieutenant Doman is inducted into the OCS Hall of Fame for Valorous Combat Leadership.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS CITATION: For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 346th Infantry Regiment, 87th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Belgium, on 7 January 1945, in Belgium. On the night of 7 January 1945, Second Lieutenant Doman three times entered the enemy-held town of Tillet, Belgium, to obtain information of enemy dispositions. When his company attacked the following morning, he personally led the assault platoon, inspiring his men by his bold, fearless leadership. The enemy counterattacked and isolated the platoon in the town, but although outnumbered he encouraged his men to continue the fight. When orders were received to withdraw, he personally covered his men with automatic rifle fire. Second Lieutenant Doman’s fearless determination, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 87th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.

Key Assignment

Company K, 3d Battalion, 346th Infantry Regiment, 87th Infantry Division

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