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Name: James M. Lane
Grade/Rate: O-2/1ST LT
MOS/Designator: 0302
Component: USMC
Award Received: Navy Commendation Medal
With Combat "V"
Type of Award: Heroic
Impact (Yes/No): Yes
Action Date/Period: 23-25 March 2003
Geographic Area of Action: An Nasiriyah, Iraq
Combat "V" (Yes/No): Yes
Originator (Name and Rank): Brooks, Michael A., Capt.

CITATION:

For heroic achievement while serving as Second Platoon commander, Company A, First Battalion, Second Marines, Regimental Combat Team 2. From 23 to 25 March 2003, First Lieutenant Lane demonstrated exceptional proficiency during the prolonged and intense urban combat in and around An Nasiriyah, Iraq. As the battle continued, he led the attack on an enemy strongpoint, quickly overwhelming the enemy resistance. His initiative in developing the most vulnerable sector of the company's defense denied enemy forces from using the remaining avenues of approach. By his noteworthy accomplishments, perseverance, and unswerving devotion to duty, First Lieutenant Lane reflected great credit upon himself and were keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.