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Mr Thomas J Rees was awarded the Bronze Star by the American President for braveery during the course of World War II. Below is the text from the certificate he received.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order, February 4, 1945, has awarded the Bronze Star Medal to

FIRST LIEUTENANT THOMAS J. REES, BRITISH ARMY

for meritorious achievement in ground operations against the enemy.

First Lieutenant Rees, 313 951, General List, (British Army), detachment d2d2, Company K, 1st European Civil Affairs Regiment, United States Army. For heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States. On 21 September 1944, Lieutenant Rees displayed exceptional courage and initiative in assisting to remove several cars of ammunition from a burning train at St. Mihiel, France. His prompt action, without regard to his own safety, undoubtedly saved an important military bridge which was under construction near the scene of the fire. Lieutenant Rees' accomplishment merits high commendation.

In order to fully accept this honour, awarded by a foreign country, Lieutenant Rees had to wait for approval from the King. This was given on November 19th, 1948.

Finally, on release from active military duty, Lieutenant Rees was given the honourary title of Major

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