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The story of ‘Slammer’ Samuels’ ascent through the ranks of the US Army and eventual evolution to become the first Paragon is known across the United States. Enlisting the day after Pearl Harbor, Harris Samuels quickly established himself as a natural soldier and leader. Having impressed his drill sergeants and coming to the notice of several influential officers, Samuels was fast-tracked to the fledgling 1st Ranger Battalion and was one of fifty specially selected Rangers dispersed amongst the British Commandos for the Dieppe Raid in August 1942. In this action he became one of the first American soldiers to see ground combat in the European theatre.
