On that day, at Villa Crocetta, Italy, he personally commanded an attack against German positions.

He manned a machine gun on a tank destroyer at the front of the assault force, staying at his post in the vehicle's turret and continuing to lead his men despite intense hostile fire.

Galt, aged 24 at his death, was buried in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Great Falls, Montana.

[1] Captain Galt's official Medal of Honor citation reads: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty.

Galt manned the .30-caliber machinegun in the turret of the tank destroyer, located and directed fire on an enemy 77mm.

Galt pitted his judgment and superb courage against overwhelming odds, exemplifying the highest measure of devotion to his country and the finest traditions of the U.S. Army.