HOLLAND, George - Infantryman Badge - Putnam

Pvt George L. Holland of Roachdale, Ind has been awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, a symbol of close-quarter fighting with the enemy, while serving with the 25th Infantry Division in Korea.  The badge, consisting of a miniature replica of a Revolutionary War flintlock mounted on a blue background and superimposed on a silver wreath, distinguishes the actual fighting men from rear area and service troops.  Private Holland earned the award while serving with the 14th Regiment, a part of the 25th Division – kbz