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forward with a five-man covering force to determine exact enemy positions. Although iintensr enemy machine-gun Ere Killed two and wounded his other three men, Sergeant Woodford resolutely continued his patrol before returning to the Company. Thcn. against hitter resistance, he guided the guerrillas up a barren hill and captured the objective, personally accounting for two hostile machine Runners- and eouraceousir reconnoitcrine- stranp- defensive msitions before direct- ing neutrniizing fire. After organizing a llerimetcr defense far the night, he was given permission by radio to return to his battalion, hut, feeling that he was needed to maintain nroner. . control. chose to remain with the euerrillas.- Before dawn the next morning, the enemy launched a fierce suicide attack with mortars, grenades, and small-arms fire and infiltrated through the gerimeter. Though wounded by a grenade. Sergeant Woodford remained at hie post calling fur mortar support until bullets knocked out his radio. Then, seizing a rifle, he began working his way around the perimeter, encouraging the men ulltii he reached a weak mot where two -merrillas had been killed. Fiiliug this gap himself, he fought- oft the enemy. At daybreak he was found dead in his foxhole. but 37 enemy dead were lying in and around his position. By his daring, skillful. and inspiring leadership. as well as his gallant determination t~ search out and klll the enemy, Sergeant Woodford led an inexperienecd unit in capturing and securing a vital objective and was responslbie for the wccessfui Continuance of a vltally nuportant general advance. II__MEDAL OF HONOR.-By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1818 (WD Bul. 43, 1918), a Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty was awarded by the War Department in the name of

Ooneress~ ~ to the foilowme-named officer and enlisted man: First Lieutenant Daniel W. Lee (then second iieutcnant), 01031180, was leader of Headquarters Platoon. Troop A, 117th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized), Army of the United States, at Nontreoel, Prance, on 2 September 1944, when the Germans mounted a strong counterattack, isolating the town and engaging its out-numbered defenders in a pitched battle. After the flght had rased for hours and our forces had withstood heavy shelling and armor-supported infantm attncks. Lieutenant Lee araanirrd a natroi to knock out mortars which were inflicting heavy casualties on the beieagnered reconnaissance traops. He led the small -.ErouD to the edge- of the town, swewinc- - enemy riflemen out of positions on a ridge, from which he observed seven Germans manning two large mortars near an armored half-track about 100 yards down the reverse slope. Armed with a rifle and grenades, he left his men on the high ground and crawled to within 30 yards of the mortars, where the enemy discovered him and unleased machine-airtol Ere ahlch shattered his rieht- thigh.- Scorninn retreat, hieedine.- and suffering intense pain, be dragged himself reielrtlessly forward. He killed five of the enemy with rifie flre and the others fled before he reached their pasi- tion. Fired on by an armored car. he took cover behind the German half-track and there found a Panzerfaust with which to neutralize this threat. Despite his wounds, he inched his way toward the ear through withering machine-gun fire, maneuvered into range, and blasted the vehicle with a round from the rocket launcher, forcing it to withdraw. Having cleared the slap€ of hostile troops, he struggled back to his men where he collapsed from pain and loss of blood. Lieutenant Lee'a outstanding gallantry, willing risk of life. and extreme tenacity Of purpose in coming to gripr with the enemy, although suffering from grievous wounds. set an cxample of bravery and devotion to duty in keeping with :he highest traditions of the military service. AGO 30ilB Sergeant John 8. YcKinney (Army serial Xo. 34574112), (then private flrst class), foright with extreme gallantry on 11 May 1945 in Tnjabas Province, Lnzon, Phili[,pine Islnnds, to defend the outpost which Cnmpany A, 123d Infantry Regimcnt, Army of the United States, had established near Dillpalan Bay. Just before dasbreak, approximately 100 Japanese stealtllily attadzed the perimeter defense; concentrating on a light machine-gun position manned by three Amer- icans. Having completed a long tour of duty at this gun, Private BfcEinney Fa8 resting a few paces away when an enemy soldier dealt him a glancing blow on the head wilh a snher. Although dazed b~ the stroke, he seized his rifle, bludgeoned his attacker, and then shot another. assailam who was charging him. Meanwhile, one of his comrades at tlw maehine guu had been wounded and his other cumpallion withdrew carrying the injured man to safety. Alone, Prirate HcEinnry was confronted by I0 infantrymen who had cnplured the machine gun with the wident intent of rerersing it to fire into the perirneler. Leaping iuto the erniilncement, he shot scren of them at point-blank mwe and killed three more with his rifle butt. In the melee. the machine guu was rendered inoperative leaving him only his rifle with which to meet the adranc- ing Japanese who hurled grenades and directed knee mortar shells iuto the perimetcr. He warily changed position, secured more ammunition, and, re loading repeatedly, cut down mares of the fanatical enemy with devastating fire or clubbcd them to death in hand~to-handcombat. Whcn assistnucc arrived, he had thwarted the assault and was in complete control of the area. Tbirty- eight dead Japanese around the machine gun and two more at the side of a mortar, 45 yards distant, was the amanng toll he had exaeted single~handedly. By his indomitable spirit, extraordinary fighting ability, and unwavering cournge in the face of tremendous odds, Prirate NcKinney sav& his company from possible annihilalion and set an Example of unsurpassed intrepidity. IU..DISTINCUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL,By direction of the PresiGent, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 0 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1915), the Distinguislled-Service Medal for exceptionally melltorious and distinguished services in the performance of duties of great responsibility during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the foilowing- named otticers Colonel George R. Barker, 04972, General Staff Corps, Unltcd States Army, November 1944 to April 1945. (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal (Oak-Leaf Cluster) to Colonel Barker. for services from 16 January to 28 February 1945, as publ~slledin General Orders 12, Headquarters XTTI Corps. 15 Mnrch 1946.) Brigadier General William A. Collier, 07598, united Stares Army. Scp tember 1912 to February 1944 and November i944 to May 1915. (This an.ard supersedes the award of the second Bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster to the Bronze Star Ncdnl to Erigadier General Collier, for services from 23 Kovcmber 1844 to 8 May 1945, as published in General Orders 95, Headquarters XX Corps, 13 June 1946.) Maor General William P. Dean, 015433, United States Army. 11 January to 6 NIny 1945. (This award sunersedes the award of the Bronze Star Nedal to Major Ucan, for services from 18 April to 5 May 1946, as published in General Orders 31, Headquarters VI Corps, B Nay 1945.) Colonel Da&d B. Ralk, 03568, Infant-, United States Army. July 1942 to June 1946. (So much of sec. 111, WD General Orders 101,1045, us AGO 3011B pertains to the award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel Falb, for services from September IS39 to June 1845, is rescinded.) Colonel William E. Qoe, 07433, Quartermaster Colps, United States Army. 1February to 15 June 1945. (This award supersedes the award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel Qoe, for services from 16 November 1% to 11 Mnrch 1945, as published in General Orders 170. Head- quarters United States Army Forces, European Theater, 22 July 1045.) Colonel Laurence 8. Hanky, O5lB8, Field Artillery, United States Army. 1February to 15 June 1846. (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Colonel Eanleu, for services from 1 Janu- ary to 8 March 1945, as published in General Orders 132, Hea~lguar- ters Ninth United States Army, 30 Aprll 1915.) Brigadier General George A. Horkan, 07201, United States Army. July 1942 to November 1% and February 1044 to August 1945. (SO much of sw, 111, WD General Orders 98, 194, as pertains to the award of the Legion of Merit to Brigadier General Horlcan, for services From July 1942 to August 1845, is rescinded.) Major General James A. Lester, 03787, United States Army. March 1942 to March 1945. (This award supersedes the nward of the Bronze Star Medal to Major General Lester, for services from 31 August to 3 November 1944, as published in General Orders 136, Head- quarters XIV Corps, 3 n'ovember 1944.) Colonel Qeorue A. HUlener, 015740, Generai Staff Corps, United States Army. 1 Februars to 35 June 1945. (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Colonel Millenw, for services from 1 January to 8 March 1845, as published in General Orders 132, Headquarters Nintb United States Army, 30 Anrii 1945.) colonel Joe J. Miller, 07116, Signal Corps. United States Army. 1 Feb- ruary to 15 :une 1945. (This award supersedes the award of the Legion of Merit to Colonei Miller, for semlces from 16 November 1944 to 31 March 1945, as published in General Orders 170, Head- quarters European Theater of Operations, 22 July 1945.) Brigadier General Richard U. Nicholas, 03532, United States Army. 1 Pebruarv to 15 June 1945. (This award sunersedes the award of the Bronze Stnr Medal to Brigadier General Nicholas, for service# from 1 January to 8 March 1845. as published in General Orders 132. Hcadqnarters IX Corps, 30 April 1945.) Major General William R. Schmidt, 03573, United States Army. 26 Janu- ary to 18 March 1945. (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Stnr Medal to Major General Bchmidt, far services during the same period. as published in General Orders 55, Hcadquarkrs XI1 Corps. 28 June 1945.) Colonel William E. Bhambora. 016540, Medical Corps, United States Army. 1February to 15 June 1045. (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Colonel Bhamboro, for services from 1 January to 8 March 1945, as published in General Orders 132, Headquarters Ninth United States Army. 30 April 1945.) Major General George L. Van Deuanz, 02681, United States Army. Jann- ary 1941 to Jannary 1945. (So much of sec. V, WD General Orders 97, 1946, as pertains to the award of the Legion of Merit to Mnjor AGO 8OllB General Van Detcsen, for services during the same perlod, 18 rescinded.) Colonel Walter W. Warner, 05243, Ordnance Department, United States Army. 1 February to 15 June 1945. (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Colonel Warner, for services from 1 January to 8 March 1945, as published in General Orders 132, Headquarters Ninth United States Army, 30 April 1945.) Major General Jolln B. Wogan, 03834, Unlted States Army. October 1942 to April 1945. (So much of sec. 111, WD General Orders 101, 1845, as pertains to the award of the Legion of Merit to Major General Wogan, far services from October 1942 to January 1945, is rescinded.) IV..DISTINCUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-BY direction of the President, in addition to the Distinguished-Service- Medal awarded by the War Department to Brigadier General John M. Lents, as published in WD General Orders 41, 1944, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exc~ptionallymeritorious and distinguished services In the perlormanee of duties of great responsibility during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the omvisions of the act of Comrem- aooraved- - 9 July 1918 (WD BuL 43, 1918). The citation is as follows: Brigadier General John W.I.nt8. 010343, United States Army. December 1944 to bla; 1945. (This award supersedes the award of a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster to the Bronze Star Medal to Brigadier General LEIL~Z,for services from 1December 1944 to 8 May 1945, as announceE in General Orders 113, XI1 Corps, 6 Auguat 1946.) V..LEGION OF MERIT.-By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, V'D Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260. 29 October 1942 (see. I. WD Bul. 54. 1942). the Legion of Mmit for exception all^ meriLorioUs conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the periods Indicated was awarded by the War Department to the following-named officers, chief warrant officer, and enlisted man: Major General Edward Z. Almond, 04666, United States Army. July 1942 to Aurust 1944.

Colonel Rollie N. Blanoett. 021416, Corps of Engineers, United States Army. March to December 1945. Chlef Warrant Officer Allun W. Bowie (W21221111, Army of the United Statea September 1939 to July 1945. Brigadier General Robert C. Candee, 04678, United Stntes Army. October 1944 to October 1945. Colonel John Wesley Clark. 0100138, Finance Department, Army of the United States. July 1% to August 1943. Colonel William 8.Craig, Oi242, Infantry (General Staff Corps), United States army. January 1944 to June 1945. Colonel Hugh McC. Extm, 019780, General Staff Corps, United States Army. October 1944 to September 1945. Major Clifford C. Qoode, 011005000, Corps of Engineers, Army of the United States. Februarv 1944 to January 1948. Colonel Carl 6. Gragbeal, 01667i. General Staff Corps, United Stntes Army. June 1943 to September 1045. Colonel Adel C. Earden, 09261. Finance Department, United States Army. December 1914 to November 1945. AGO BOllB Bripadler General John R. Howhqna, 015804, United States Army. May 1944 ra September 1345. Brigadier General Err1 9. Hoog, 010439, United States Army. April 1944 to August 1946 Master Sergeant Louis 8. Katona (Arms serlal No. 3V358i33). Detached Enlisted Men's List, Army of the United States. July 1M2 to December 1945. Colonel Joe W Kelly. 018731. Air Corns.. . United Rtates Armv. 25 Jsn- nary to 3 October 1945. Lieutmant Colonel Charles 0. Knudson, 0900194, Ordnance Department, Arms of the Enited States. March 1942 to July lM5. Colmel Eduin B. diuz~nord.03925, Medical Corps, United States Amy. December 1R41 tc September 1945. Mnjor Arthur H.Rohinron. 0566503, .4rw of the United States. Deeember 1944 to Ortober 1945. Colonel Robert F. Tote, 017128, General Staff Corps, United States Army. December 1944 to Xorember IS&. Lieutenant Colonel Arthur A. Whitesell, 0103eGi. General Staff Corps. Army of the United States. September 1942 to Jnly 1945. VI--LEGION OF MERIT.-By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Canpress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1W2) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1942 (see. I, WD Bul. G4, 1942) the Legion of Merit! in the Degree of Commander. for exreationalir meritorious conduct in the pfrIOrmance of outstanding services durlnp the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the folloainp-named officers: Air Vice Marshal Thmaa Jamea KeIEy, Royal Air Force. March 1943 to Mag 1945. General Heetm' J. Medlna, Aide to the President of Uruguay. As Chief of thc Uruguayan Military Mission wbich toured the United States in October 1'344 Lientenant General Ibrahim Attallah Paaha, Egyptian Army. September 1W to Septcmber 1945. YfI..LEGIVN OF MERIT (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-1. By direction of the President. in addltion to the Leeion of Morit awarded to Brimdim- General Iiajldon L. Baatner, as published in General Orders 11, United States Army Forces, India-Burma Theater. 1 November 1944, a bronze Oak-Leaf Ciuster for exceptionally merItorlous conduct in the performance of ontstmding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 ((sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 19!2) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is as follows: Brigadier General Raydon L. Uoatner, O156U, United States Army. April to Aupst 1945. 2. By tirection of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Colonel Roger J. Brome. as published in General Orders 66, European Theater of Operations, 8 April 1945, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for eaeeptianally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awamled to him by the War Department under the ~mlisionsof the act of Congress approred 20 July 1942 (see. 111. WD Bnl. 40. 1842) and Executive Order MO,29 October 1M2 (see. I, WD Bol. 64,1942). The citation is as follows: AGOaOtlB Coloncl Roger J. Brozmze, 017525: Air Corps, United States Army. Septem- ber 1942 to April 1941. 3. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Colonel Edward H. Fieketf, as published in General Orders 38, European Thea- ter, 17 March 1945, a bronw Oak-Leaf Cluster for esceptionallg llleritoriuus conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated VaS awarded to him by the War Departmeut under the prori~ionsof the act of Con- gress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40. 1942) and Executive Order 0260, 29 October 1942 (see. I, WD Uul. 54, 1942). The eitation is as follows: Colouel Edl~wrdM. Ficktt, 07216, Cardry, United States Army. 6 March to 9 May 1846. 4. By direction of the President, in adllition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Major General Joha R. Rester, as published in General Orders 209, 16 August 1943. United States Army Forces, South Pacific Area, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services &ring the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40. 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is as follows: Major General John R. Rester. 02382, Uuitcd States Army. June 1844 to August 1945. 5. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Brigadier General Glen 0. damisan, as published in General Orders 205, 11 August 1943, Headquarters United States Army Forces in the South Pilcific Area, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the perform. ance of oulslanding serrices during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 tsec. 111, WD Bul. 40. 1912) and Executive Order 9200. 29 Oclober 1042 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54.1942). The citation is as tollows: Brigadier General Glen C. Jameson, 016373, United Stales Army. July 1% to September 1945. 6. Bydirwtion of the President, in addition to the Legion of 5ferlt awarded by the War Department to Brigadier General Tom C. Rives, as published in WD General Orders 67.1945, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performnnce of Outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111. WD Bul. 40, 194242) and Esecutive Order 92W, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is as iollows : Brigadier General Tom O. Rives, 06526, United States Army. July 1943 to to August 1045. 7. Br direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Mcrlt awarded to Urigauier General William R. WdOur, as published in General Orders 4, 4 Jnnu- ary 1944, North African Theater, a bronze Oak-Inaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded ta him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40. 1942) and Executire Order 9260, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is as followe: Brigadier General William H. Wilbur. 03365, General Staff Corps, United Slates Army. June 1944 to November 1945. AGO 3011s 8. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Colonel Charles T. Young, as published in General Orders 73, Headquarters Hawailan Department, 31 May 1943, a bronze Onk-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Exeeu- tive Order 9200, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1042). The citation is as follows : Colonel Charzed T. Young, 017335, Medical Corps, United States Army. March to October 1945. VIII..LEGION OF MERIT.-So much of section V, WD General'Orders 82. 1945, as pertains to Colonel Roger J. Brome, Air Corps, is rescindd (See sec. VII above). IX..LEGION OF MERIT (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-The award of n brouze Oalr-Leaf Cluster to the Lcgion of Merit to Colonel Dustave B. Vogel, as published in section 111. General Orders 154, Mediterranean Theater of Operations, 2 August 1945. for services from June 1044 to July 1945. is superseded by the award of the Distinguished-Service Medal to Colonel Vogel as published in section 11, WD General Orders 124. 1945. X..BRONZE STAR MEDAL.-The award of the Bronze Star Medal to Briga- dier Geueral Errneat J. Damleu, as publishd in section 111, General Orders 96, Europenn Theater of Operations, 19May 1945. for services from 31 March to 9 May 1945, is superseded by the award of the Distlnguished-Service Medal to Brigadier Genernl Dawleu as published in section I, WD General Orders 1, 1946. XI..BRONZE STAR MEDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-The award of a second bronze Oak-Leaf Cluater to the Bronze Star Medal to Brigadier General Ralph .I. Canine, as published in section 111, General Orders 44, XI1 Corps, 3 June 1945,ls superseded bg the award of the Distinguished-Service Medal to Brigadier General Canine as published in section 11, WD General Orders 124, 1945. XII..BRONZZ STAR MEDAL (SECOND OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-Section VII, WD General Orders 1, 1946, Is rescinded.

BY OEDta 05" THE SECEETABYOF WAR:

O~OIAL: DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER EDWARD F. WITSELL Ohief of Staff Major OnteraZ The Adjutant Genera2 A00 3011B WAR DEPARTMENT, Wasnrh-cmh- 2.7, D. C., 5 February 1946.

DISTIi\'GUISHED~BLYI~QUltOSS (OAIGL1,:Al' CLUSIER)-A~~~~~F-...------V BRONZE STAR hlEn.4T.-Posth1~mnos airard ...... VI DROXZE STAR XEDII-lmrrls ...... VII AIR NEDAI-Posthurnou~ Bward ...... VIII AIH NIIEDAGAwards...... IX BATTLE HOKORS-Cltatlone of units ...... X I..DISTINGUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL.-BJ. direction of the President, uncler the provisions of the act of Congrcsu tlppl.nred 9 July 1015 (WU Bul. 45, 1915), the Distinpished-Senice Mednl for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished FFl.vicPg in the performance of duties of great responsibility during the pcriods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the fo1lowing;named officers: Brigadier General Philip R. Blur2.m?nore, 03201, United States Army. September 1944 to Sentember 1045. Brigadier General Roy E. Blount, 05176, United States Army. July 1944 to August 1046. Brigadier General Harwood C. Bowman, 05165, United States Army. January Lo September 194% Drigndier General Janm F. Rrittinghem, 05746, United Slates Army. Jannnry to May 1045. Calouei l

AGO 3051B III..LEGION OF MERIT.-1. By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress appoved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executire Order 9260,29 October 1812 (sec. 1, WD Bul. 54,1012),the Legion of Merit, in the Degree of Commander, for excepiionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded by tho War Department to the followiug-named officer: Air Commodore Stanley a. Taclcabewy. Royal Canadian Air Force. H'ebrunry 1942 lo May 1945. 2. By direction of the President, undcr the provisions of the act of Congress appw~ed20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Ereeulire Order 1)2FO, 29 October 1942 isec. 1. WD Bul. 51. 1912). the Leeion of Merit. in thc Degree of following-named aflicer : Brigadier Arthur Clifton S~&FS,British Army. September 1942 to May 1945. 3. By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1042 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 0260, 29 October 1912 (sec. 1. WD Bul. 5.1, 1842). the Lecion of Merit, in the Degree of

ment to the fo1lowir.g-namcd officers: Group Cnplnin Leo De Soamer, Belgian Air I'orec. 1 January to 7 >fay 1945. Major Ides I*'loor, oelginn Army. September 1944 to May 1845. IV..LEGION OF MERIT (0.4K.LEAF CLUSTER).-I. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Nerit awarded by the War Dciparlment to Colonel Joseph R. nuetzco?fh as ~ublisliedin WD General Onlera 110, 1915, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exeeptionally meritorious conduct in thc performance of ontstnnding services dliring the period indicated was amrded to him hy tho War Department under the provivions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (src. 111, WD Dui. 40,19$2) and Erccutire Order 8260, %3 October 1942 (see. I. WD Bul. 54, 1942). Tile citation is as falluws: Colonrl .lusepQ B. Uucliloorlh, 0205124, Air Corps, Army of the United States. Nareh 1913 to hugnet 1915. 2. By direction of the Presirlent, in addition to the Legion of hleerit arpardcd to Colonel Rossar L. H:mter, as poblished in General Orrlcrs 35, United States Army H'orees, European Tlieatev, 17 Shieir 1915, a bronze OairLeal Clustcr for escep- lionally rnel.itorious crmrltlct in the prriomlimce of outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Dclxrrtmeilt under the pro~isiousof the net of Congress approved 20 Jnly 3942 (scc. 111, WD Bol. 4% 1942) and Erccutive Order 9260, 20 OcturJer 1!M2 (sec. I, VD Bul. 54, 1942). The Citation is as fallows: Colonel Rosser L. Hunter, 05741, Inspector General's Department, United States Army. Decembel. 1941 to September 1943. V..DISTINGUISIIED-FLYII\'G CROSS (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-I. By

direction-~ ~~ of the President. in ndrlition to the Distinmishrd-Flying~ - Cross nwnrded by the War Drpnrtmcnt to the following-named officers, a second bronze Oak- Leaf Clustcr for extraordinary achiel-emerit whilc participating in aerial flight during the period 31 Oetuber to 1 November 1045 was awarded to tllem by the War

AGO 3051B Departmeut under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 2 July 1926 (WD Bnl. 8.1920). The citations are as follows: Colonel Kenneth 0. Sanboln, 020819, Air Corps. United States Amy. First Lieutenant John R Elevin. 0927516. Air Corps, Army of the United States. 2. By direction of the PrcsideuL, in addilion to the Distinguished-Flying Cross awarded by the War De~~artmentto the following-named officer, a fourth bronze OakLenf Cluster for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight during- the neriod indicated was awarded to him by the War Diwlrrment under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 2 July 1926 (WD Bul. 8, 1026). The citation is as follows: Major Cheater M Wells, Jr., 0424316, Air Corps, Army of thc United States. 31 Octobcr to 1Xowmber 1945. VI..BRONZE STAR MEDAL.-By direction of tiif President, under the provisions of the Erecutire Order 9419, 4 Fcbruary 1944 (see. 11, WU. Bnl. 3, 1944), a Bronze Spar Medal for meritorious services in connectioll with milital'y oliera- tio~sagainst an enemy of thc United States during tire period indimted was awarded nosthumou8ly by the War Denartment to the lollowing-named officer: Chaplain (first lieutenant) Joseph V. CaFleur, 0413097, Corps of Chaplains, Army of the United States. 2 Mnrrh to 7 September 1914. VII. .GRONZE STAR MEDAL.-By direction of the President, under the PrG- visions of the Eaccutise Ordcr 9$1B, 4 February 1941 (see. 11, WU Bul. 3, 19441, a Bronze Stnr Mehl for me~.itoricusser$ices in connection with military operations against an enemy of the Uniled SLates during the periods indicated wns BWDrriPd by the War Dwartment to the fallu~~-ing-.mmcdoacers, enlisted man, and individual: Coiollcl Floriano de Lima Bro?iner, Brazilian Eapeditimlery Force. 19 F<,bruary to 5 Ilnrch 1915. Brigadier General Et'clci2es Zermbio da Costa, Brnnilian Expeditionary Pol.ce. 19 February to 5 March 1945. Colo:~c~lDelrniro Pareira de Androde, Brazilian Eu!~cditionary Force. 23 Fcbruary to 2 Nay 1015. Colonel Aytrinaldo Caindo de Cnstra, Rraziliiln Ergeditionarg Foree. 23 Pcbrunrj to 2 M%y 1945. Colonel Selson de Hello, Braziiian Expeditionary Force. 23 February to 2 May 1945. Mojor General Ei~rico(f. Dutra, Drazilian Army. 24 September to 10 October 1044. Arlhur Lee Jones, American Red Cross. December 1044 to Alas 1946. Technical Swgeant Curter J. Lunsford (Army serial No. 11024%35), Air Carps, Army of the United States. February 1944 to April 1945. Colonel dose Rina Jiae7zndo, Brazilian bnny. 21 Scptcmber to 10 Oi-tuber 1945. Colonel Oszcaldo dc Araujo dfotto, Brnzilian Erpediiionary Force. July 1944 to 2 Nay 1915. Colonel Gerard Beite 21~1-~,1ult,Frenrh Army. June 1944 to May 1945. Colonel Joe0 Kegadas Vianna, Brazilian Expeditionary Force. 16 Scptem- her 1944 to 23 February 1945. VIII..AIR MEDAL.-Ry direction of the President, under the provisions of Eaect~lireOrder 9158, 11 DIay 1942 (WD Bul. 25, 1942), as amended by Executive AGO 3051B Order 9242-A, 11 Swtember 1912 (WD Uul. 49,19421, an Air Medal far mpriturioua aehieTement while participnting in aerial flight during the periorl indicated was awnrded ~~sthumouslyby ihe War Depsrtment to the following~namedflight oflicer : Flight Officar Do+tu7a B. Tum~(T670.58), Air Corlm, Enited States Army. 24 March 1015. IX..AIR MEDAL.-By direction of the President, under the prorisions of Executive Order 9158,ll May 1942 (WD Bul. 25, 10421, as amended by EnecutiTe Ordcr 9242-.4, 11 Staptember 1942 (WU Uul. 49, 1942), an Air Xednl for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight during the periods indi- enteil was awarded by the War Degnrlment to tile fullowing-ndmed officers and enlisted man : Lieutenant Colonel Rolph J. Gibbons, 0274938, Bir Carps, Army of the United States. 7 A~rii1045. Captain IIorral'd XI'. liaring, 0000503, -4ir Corps, Army of the Cnilrd States. 20 hlny 1942 to 25 September 1943. First Lieutenant Uillic H Huwes, 0794810, Air Corps, Army of the Cniled States. 3 April 1913 to 10 April 1915. Captain Mario?r C. H~ndevson,J?., OGB03G7, Air Corps, Army of the United Statce. 20 May 1942 to 22 September 1946. Colonel YocZ P. Parrish. 019002. Air Corns, United States Army. 1 July 1941 to 1 July 1043. Corporal James L. Rose (Army serial No. 39040850), Air Corps, Army of the United States. 6 May IF44 to 2 Nag 1945. Capl~inGull C. Weldon, 0659615, Air Corps, Army of the Uuited States. Amril 1042 to hogus1 1946. X..BATTLE HONORS.--4s authorized by Executire Order 9306 (sec. I, WD Bul. 22. 1943), superseding !3rrcutire Order 9075 (scc. 111, WD BII~.11, 1042). civations of the folloming units in the gmeval orders indicated are couiirrnrd under the iirovifiians af section 1V, WU Circular 33% 1!!13, in the name of the Presideat of the Ui:ited Slates as liublic cridence of dcserred lionor and distinc- tion. Thc citations read as folio!?-s: 1. The Pd Emerneficu Rescl~cSgunr7i.o~ is cited for outstanding performance of duty from 1 to I,? A~ril1945 in conductiug exteiisivr search, evacuation, and ferry missiolls throughout the rast area comprising the Celehcs and Dlolueea Islands in tlle h'ellierinnds East Indies, tke southern Philippines, and the China cwdet. Plying throllgh ad~crsewzalhcr in lowspeed, vulnerable, and practie- ally unaniled airci'xft, frequeutly niL!iout lighter escort, crew ai the squadron landed in dnnSeroualy ilea,-s se:ls, often nnder direct flleruy shwe fire, tn pick up firers in distress. From a 1.esci1c station which the squadron had previoui;ly estwblished at Laba, Slindanao, deep within enemy territory, they furnished several tliousnml gallons of gasoline, stwizs of arms and ammunition, foorl, medical, and alher sn!>piies to gnerilln forces, who were thereby enabled to maintain and expand Liieir activities and to provide valuablc inionnation and material aid to Amrric;ln ground forces in that area. The effectiveness of tlle oprratinns of the squadron dcpendfll vitally upnn the ground personnel who devoted long hours of deiPrnmin~d and tireless effort toward keeping nll aircraft in excellent eondilion for ;light, Ouspitc frequent dalllage from cnemy action and from rater landings and take-off% In 7 hazardous open-sea resrues in thia 15-day period of inicnse and heightened naval and air actirity, crews of

AGO 3051B the squadron snwd 23 lives, wllile the activities of the rescue station on Min- danao enabled S3 men to be eiacuaterl from enemy terrilmy. The exceptional courax skill, and selfless dcrotion to duty of the gersamnel of the 2d Emewenw Roscm S~zmd,or~contributed directly to the mceess of the Borneo and southern Piiili~~&soperalions. (General Orders 2042, l3eadqusrter.s Ear East Air FO~CPS,,28 September 1943, as approved by the Commanckr in Chief, United State @my I?orces, Puclfic.) 3d Battalion, 15th Infontl-?, Regiment, is cited for outstanding perform- *"in combat during the period SYAugust 1.943 near San Fratello, Sicily. ktaling steep mauntnius and slleer rock walls, the Sd Bntlnlios, eommandcd by Lieutenant Colouei Ashtan H. Manhart, marched for 14 hours across deep gorges and over mountain trails so precipitous that mules, bearing rations and arnmuni- tion were uilnhie to uegotinte the ascent and Cell hundreds of feet to the ravine floor. Skirting two minefields, attacking, storming, and utterly disintegrat- ing a powerful Italian delaying force in an Bhour battle in the muuntaius, the troorrs of the 3d Battalion continued their advance under a broiling. sun to seize Hill 673, a dominating tcrrnin feature gunr+ing the Pnlermo~AIessinaHigh- way. Thc men of the ad Battalion held this hill position on short rations, with water virtually unahlainnble, ammunition supplics at a low ebb, and the mule pack trains subject io dwimation by the powerful enemy force surrounding them. After weathering a 45-minute TOT-artillery concentration, these valiant soldiers met and broke three successive counterarln&s delivered by one of the elite regiments of the Italian Army reinforced with Wehrmacht cicments. -4s tlre fourth counterattacksnrgedf<~r\r';ird,the 32 Battalion Command hurled allservice troops into tlre line and distributed the light machine-gun and BAR-ammunition among the riflemen to conserve every round and ensure that er7ery bullet would count. The enemy onslaught was repelled, but only after 2 hours of savage, hand-to-hand fighting with grenades, bayonets, 2nd even with racks. The weary 82 Buttalion clung all night to the hard-won hill, digging in the wounded to pre- Vent their being killed by shell Ere, trapping goats, sheep, and cows to stave off hunger. As daybreak came on 7 August, battle-weary elements of the Sd Battalion were Committed to attack another precipitous and strongly dfiended hill-mass, which they stormed under a protectiug mortar conccntratian and with weapons seizerl €ram the enema. Vith the major prominent terrain features in their hand, the troops of the 3d IIuttolion swept down on the key town of San Fratello, spurred to their utmost by tire pros~ectof obtaining food and water from the enemy supply dumps, captured it in fierce, house-to~housefighting, and then mnrchcd 16%. . miles into rPserve. Disolnsine-.- the ulmost in tenacitx7... fortitude. and physienl endurance, this gallant 3d Battalion, 15th lnfantru Regiment, shattered nu ellcmv regiment, killed, wounded, or captured 1.175 Italians and Germans, and broke the-chain of &ourltain defenses that barred the adrarxe to the Messina straits and to the cantineutal mainland of Europe. (General Ordcrs 393, Head- quarters 30 Infantry Division, 11 1)ecembrr 1945, as aplxoved by the Commanding General, Headqualfers Seventit Amy.) 3. The 18th i?.'ightw Group (TE)is cited far outstanding performanee of duty in action in the Philippine Islands on 10 and 11 Norelllber 1.944. On the night of 9 November, a large enemy convoy carrying reinfovcements to Japanese troops on Uyte was discovered near Ormoe Bay, Leyte. Wheu the 18th Fighter Qroup (TE),with its airplanes bascd on the island of Morotai in the Netherlands East Indies, was ordered to strike at the convoy with every available airplane, staff sections and ground crems worked all night Lo pl.cpare the pilots and ready the AGO 3051B aircraft for this highly hnznrllons mission. ~ ~ On the morning of 10 November. thirty-three P-38 aircraft o1 the group took off from Wama Strip, hlorotai. Each plane carried one 1000~oundannorqiereing bomb and one 30o-gallon belly tank. Arriving over Ormoc Day early in the afternoon, the group cnme upon a large Ja~rnnerietroop transport protected by two light cruisers and four destroyers. Although eight aggressive enemy tighter airplmes made desperate attempts to break up their formntion, and although the ships below sent up an intense har- rage uf antiaircraft fire which brought down three of the P-38's nud seriously damaged another, the pilots of the IEtIl PigZte~.Group (38)completed their bombing runs on Lhe transport and scored two direct hits, sinking the vessel nl- moat immediately. In the action which foilowetl, the group sank a destroyer with a direct hit, scored several damaging near-misses on the remaining destroyers and the cruisers, and left one destroyer with its deck in flames. Engaging the intercepting enemy lighters, two of the F-58's probably destroyed one and darn- aged another. The groug then flew to Tadoban Strip on Byte. The following morning cight airplanes of the group took off from Taclobnn on a search of the area in whieh the engagement of thc previons day had taken place. In the vicinity of the Visnynri Sea, seven enemy figliters attacked the formntion, and in the ensuing battle, two enemy airplanes aere shot down, one other was probably destroyed, and the remainrler aere forced to flee. Attacked ahut 50 minutes later by an overwhelming force of 40 to 50 enemy fighters, the ~ilotsof the 18th Fighter Group (TE),although outnumbered approximately 6 to 1, courageously turned to engage the enemy, destroj.ei1 six af tl;e hostile fighters, and probahlr three more, and forced the remaining Japanese ailplanes to rctire. One P-38 was missing in the encounter. On these 2 dam the 18tk F4ghter Group (TB) not only struck n heavy blow at enemy naval strength in the Philippines but aided matel'ially in prcventing the Japmme from bringiilg more troops against our forces then engaged in the battle for Leyte. The superb daring and skillful sirmxnshi~iof the nilots of the 18th Fiohter Grouv ('I'RI and the devotion to duty dieplayed by the ground personnel exemrrlify tile highest traditions of the United States Army Air Forces. (General Orders 2042, IIeedquarters Far East Air Forces, 28 September 1046, as approved by the Commander in Chief, United States Army Forms, Pacific.) 7.Y OUnE33 OF TEE SECRET-UY OF WAR:

Om IUAL: DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER EDWARD I?. R'ITSnLL C,.rcf of Staff Mrrjor Gcnerol 1 ke Adjutant General GEXEBALORDERS WAR DEPARTMENT No. 16 1 Wasm~a~oa25, D. C., 8 February 1946 Section MEDAL OF HONOR-Po~th~mons award8 ...... I MEDAL OF HOPiOR-~1\vard ...... I1

.~ Ins-A ...... VI BRONZE STAR MEDAI-Awards ...... VII ...... ---. AIR MEDAL-Amrds ...... ---. VllI AIR QIEDSL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER)-Awards ...... IX DISTINGUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL (OAK~LEAF CLUSTER)-Eeseissios of wad...... X LEGION OF MERIT-Resci3sion of nivnrd ...... XI BRONZE STAR NEDALRereissi,m of ~lwnl-d...... XI1 [..MEDAL OF HONOR.-By direction of the President, undcr the Drorisions of the act of Congress approved 9 Ju'y 11118 (WD Rnl. 43, 1!318), a Medal of Honor for conspir~onsgallantry and intrepidity at thc risk of life aboye and beyond the call of dntr was awarded nosthumouslv" bv- the War Deuartment in .. ~ the name of ConbTess to the following-named enlisted men: Private Raulge .I. Peters (Am17 serial KO.31297689), a ~lntoonrndio operator with Company G, RMth Parachute Infnntry Regiment, .4rmy of the United States, made a descent into Germany near Fluren, east of the Rhine, on 24 March 1915. With 10 others, he landed in a field about 75 yards from a German machine gun supported by riflemen and was immediately pinned down by heavy, direct flre. The position of the small unit seemed hopeless, with men struggling to free themselves of their parachutes in a hall of bullets which cut them off from their nearby equipment bundles, when Private Petem stood up, without orders, and began a one-man riiargengainst-. the hoslile emolacement armed only with a ~i0e and grenades. His single-handed assault Immediately drew the emmy fire away from his comrades. He had run halfway lo his objective, pitting rifle fire against that of the m:tchine gull, when he w%s struck and knocked to the ground by n burst. Heroically, he regained his feet and struggled onward. Once more he was torn by bullets and this time he was unable to rise. With gallant devotion to his self-imposed mission, he crawled directly into the fire which had mortnlly wounded him, until close enough to hurl grenades which knmked out the machine gun, killed two of its oneratore. and drove orotectins riflemen from their nosi-

to reach their eQuipnlent, organize, and seize their Erst ohjrctive. Private First Class Jose P. Valdez (Army serial No. 3835214133, Cornparty B, 7th Infantry Regiment, Army of the United States, was an outpast duty with five others near Rosenkmmilz, France, on 25 January 1'245, when the enemy eol1nterattackel vith overwhelming st~engtb. From his position nrnr Some moods 500 yards beyond the American liim, he observed a hostile tank alrout 75 yards away and raked it wlth automatic rifle flre until it wilhdrew. Soon afterward, he saw three Germans stealthily aprmaehing through the woods. Scorning corer as the enemy soldiers anencd up with heayy automatic-~l'rilpons fire from a range of 30 yards, hc engaged in a tire fight with the attaekcrs until he had k'illed all three. The enemy quickly launched an attack with two Ml companies of infantrymen, blasting the patrol with murderous concentmtwns of nutomatic and rifie fire and beginnins an encitding movement which for& the patrol leader to order a withdmnml. Despite the terrible odds, Private Vddez immediately valuuteered to cover the maneuver, and, as the patrol, one AGO 3063B-Web. 681720'-46 hY one, plunged through a hail of bullets toward the American lines, fired burst after burst into the swarming enemy. Three of his companions were wounded in their dash for safety and he was struck by a bullet which entere8 his stomach and, passing through his body, emerged from his back. Overcoming agonizing pain, he regained control of himself and resumed his firiug position, delivering a protective screen of bullcts until aU others of the patrol werc safe. By field telephoue, he called for artillery and mortar fire on the Ger- mans and corrected the range until he had shells falling within 50 yards of his position. For 15 minules he refused to be dislodged by more than 200 of the enemy, then seeing that the barrage had broken the counternllnck, he dragged himself back to his own lines. He later died as a result of his wounds. Through his valiant, intrepid stand and at the cost of his own life, Private Valdez rnade it possible for his comrades to escaw and was directly responsible for repulsing an attack by vastly supcrior enemy forccs. II..MEDAZ OF HONOR.-By direction of the President, under the prorisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1018 (WDBul. 43, 1918). a Medal of Honor far conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of liIr above and beyond the call of duty was awarded by the War Dcpartmellt in thc namc of Congress to the fallowing-named oficer: Captain Robert B. Nett (then first lieute11:mt). 013C1%318, comlunnded Coln- pnny E, 805th Infantry Regiment, Army of the United Btates, on 14 December 1944, near Cognan, Leyte, Philippine Islands, in an attack against a reinfore& encmy battalion which had hcld up the American admnce for 2 days from its entrenched positions around a three-story concrcte building. With amlther infantry eompang aud armored vehicles, Company E advnnced against heavy machine-gvn and other automatic~wcaponsfire with Lieutenant Nett swdrhead- ing the assault agninst the strong-. mint. During. tbe fierce hnnd-to-hand en- Counter rhicb ensued, he killed seven deeply entrenehcd Japanese with his rifle and bayonet and, although seriously woundcd, gallantly eontinucd to lead his mcn forn-ard, refusing to relinquish his command. Again he was sevcrely wounded, hut, still unwilling to retire, pressed alicad with his troolls to assure the capture of the objective. Wounded once mare in thc final assault, he enlrnly made all nrrangemcnts for thc resumption of the ad~ance,turncd over his command to another uflieer, and then walked unaided to thc rear for medicnl treatment. Dy his remarkable courage in continuing forward through sheer determination, despite successive wounds, Lieutenant Nett provided an ins~lir- ing example for his men and was instrumental in the capture of a vital Japanese stronghold. NI..DISTINGUISHED-SERVICE CROSS.-By direction of the President, Under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 8 July 19l8 (WD Uul. 43, 1918), the Distin,wishcd-Service Crass for exlraordinary heroism in action against an enemy was ilnarded by the War Department to the following-named oficer : Captain Joh~P. Runyon, 01324872, Infantry, Army al the United States, heroically led Campmy C, 370th Infantry Regiment, in an assault on the Ger- man's Gothic Linc near Montignosa, Italy, an 5 April 1045. \Thilc other ele ments of the attacking force Nerc able to make only limited gains, he ac- complished nn ndvnnce of nearly 2 miles against strong enemy forces adrantage- ousls placed on high ground. Farced Lo withdraw when support of the deep penetration failed, he rctuvned with thc remnants of his campmy, learing behind 26 enemy dead, uncounted wounded, and a trail of haroc, which included

AGO 30GZR the destruction of six machine guns, four dugouts, and two observation ~~sis. Captain Runyon's fearless conduct, soldierly skill, and great determination in- spired his company in an exploit which opened the way for a successful onslaught by a fresh regiment. IV..DISTING(IISHED-SERVICE MEDAL.-BV direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approid 9 Julg 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918). the Distinguiahed-Service Medal for exce~tionallymcritorious and dis- tinguidied services in the performance of duties of great responsibility during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the folloming-named o5cers : Brigadier General Wavne IZ. AZlm, 0171232, General Staff Corps, Army of the United States. January 1943 to Deemher 1944 and 2G January to October 1945. Colonel Albert H. Burton, 010067, Corps of Engineers, Uuited States Army. Jnnunry 1044 to September 1945. Colonel Lnhe W. lXnZa?J, 0258773, Transportation Corps, Army of the United States. September 1042 to September 1246. Majar General Hawg I". Hazlett, 03642, United States Army. March 1942 to January 1946. Colonel Richard P. Heppner, 0229224, Field Artillery, Army of the United States. December 1944 to October 1945. Colonel TV

O~nc~ar.: DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER EDWARD F. WITSELL Chief of Staff Major General The Adjutant General

AGO BOBSB

II.I.CO"II1NlSlil sr,*.,*i DTTICS: i3.l GE~AIOWEX WAR DEPARTMENT KO. 17 WA~HIABTOX28, D. C., 11 February 1946 Section UXITED STATES ARXY TRANSPORT-Desipnntion of dcadio, Chateau Thlerw, Larkspur, and Republic as hospital ship8 removed ...... I NEDbL OA HONOR-Postbunmus award ...... I1 DISTIYGUISHED-SERVICE NEDAkAwards ...... I11 LEGION A MET...... IV. Y BROSLE STAR MEDA>Fosthumaus awards ...... VI URONZE STAR NEDAI--Awal.ds ...... TI1 MEDAL OF FREEDON-Award ...... VIII I..UNITED STATES ARMY TRANSPORT.-1. Section I, WD General Orders 27, 1%3, designating the United States Army transport Acadie as a hosgitnl shin is rescinded. 2. ~cctiobI,WD General Orders 5, 1944, designating the United States Army translmrt Chateau Thierry as a hospital ship, is rescinded. 8. WD General Orders 20, 1944, designating the United states Army transport LQrkSPW 89 a hospital Ship, is rescinded. 4. WD General Orders 62, 1945, designating the United States Army transport Rewblic as a hospital ship, is rescinded. IAG 580 (7 Beb 46)1 11. .MEDAL OF HONOR.-By dlreetlon of the Prenldent, under the provisions of the act of Congreas approred 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918). a Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty was awarded ppthumously by the War Department in the name of Congress to the following-named enlisted man: Sergeant Charlei E. Mower (Army aerial so. 36803996), Company A, 34th Infantry Regiment, Army of the United States, on 3 iiorember 1944, was an assistant squad leader in an attack against strongly defended enemy positions On both sides of a stream running through a wooded gulch near Capoocan, Urte, Philippine Islands. As the squad advanced through concentrated fire, the lcader was killed and Sergeant Mower assumed command. In order to bring direct fire upon the enemy, he had started to lead his men across the stream, which by this time was churned by machine-gun and rifie fire, when he was severely wounded before reaching the opposite bank. After signaling his unit to halt, he realized his own exposed wsition was the most advantageous point Iron \vh:

AGO S059B-Peb. 081720.-48 the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to me following- named o5cers : Major General Elmer E. Adler, 09349, United States Army. February 1943 to Norember 1945. Colonel Joseph B. Dicke~,018595, Military Intelligence Service, United Slates .Irnly. October 1944 to November 1945. Brigadier General Dale V. Gaffney, 011345, United States Army. May 194 to December 1945. Brigadier General Grandison Gardner, 010193, United States Army. March 1942 to June 1045. Colonel Lore# P. Pormley, 00SG4, Corps of Xililarr Police, United States Army. December 1042 to November 1945. Colonel George S. Price, 012258, General Staff Corps, United States Amy. September 1944 to September 1945. Rr&adier. General Richard 0. Sandma. 02.3366. United States Army. January 1944 to May 1945. Brigadier General Errmuel D. Sturgis, Jr., 09325, United States Army. Septcmher 1944 to Odaber I&. Major General Douglas L. Weart, 03774, United States Army. February to Piavember 1945. Colonel Horton 7, White, 015301, General Staff Corps, United States Army. September 1944 to January 1946 and February to Septem- ber 1946. ZV..LEGION OF MERIT,-By direction of the President, under the provtsionn of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 102 (see. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942), the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious canduet in the performance of out- stnnding serrices during the periods indicated was awarded by the War De partment to the following-named officers: Colonel IJunlap 0. Clark, 0116930, General Staff Corps, Army of the United Stntes. May 1943 to December 1944. Coloncl Leo G. Clal'lce, 011151, General Staff Corps, United States Army. February to Norember 1945. Colonel Alfred L. Jolohnson, 0211997, General Staff Corps, Army of the United States. December 1W to July 1945. Lieutenant Colnnel Albert L. King, 0008383, Transportation Corps, Army of the United States. June 1942 to November 1944. Colonel Herlrert J. Lames, 03469 (then brigadier general), Ordnance Department, United States Army. October 1944 to October 1945. Captain Dudley P. he, 0542269. Army of the United States. December 1P-W to December 19-45, Lieutenant Colonel Joseph R. Leers, 0176810, Air Corps, Army of the United Skates. A~ril1941 to Seatember 1945. Major Bancroft ~ittlef~eld,091894146, Gilitary Intelligence Service, Army of the United States. June 1943 to September 1945. Colonel Alaert E. McEuers, 0156602, ~edicaiCorps, Army of the United States. March to September 19-16. Colonel Rolond W. McAramee, 012372, General Staff Corps, United States Army. June to Norember 1945. Colonel Denis rliulligun, 0234919, Air Corps, Army of tbe United States. July 1941 to September 1914. AGO SO69B Colonel Gzry C. Remoad, 0170857,' TransporfatIon Corps, Army oi the United States. January 1944 to August 1945. Brigndicr General nuncan Cf. Richart, 03439, United States Anny. Sep tember 1943 to December 1845. Colonel Henson L. Roti?ison, 0178720, Field Artillcry, Army of the United States. October 1943 to October 1945. Colonel WelcellylL 0. Ryan, 01.7944, Air Corps, United States Army. March 1943 to April 1945. Brigadier General Isaac SpaCding, 033F3, United States Army. July to December 1045. Colonel RoIiert G. West, 0153634, Corps of Engineers, Army of the United Srates. April 1942 to September 1045. Brigadier General William R. While, 03283, United Btates Army. Febru- ary 1944 to August 1945. Brieadier General RoWrt E. Wood. 013847. TJnited Statps Amv. R'ovem- - ~~. . ~ ~- .~ ber 1942 to December 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Willionz Wuler. 0909179. Air Coras.-. Army of the United Staies. June 1942 to A&& 1945. V..LEGION OF MERIT.-1. By direction of Lhe President, under the provl- lions of the act of Congress approred 20 July 1912 (EC. 111, WD Bu1. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1042 (sec. I. \VD Bul. 54.1942). the Legion of Merit, in the Degree of OkXeer, for exeeptianallg meritorious conduct in-the performance of outstanding scrvices during the neriod indicated was awarded by the War Department to the fulla~~iug-namkOR&: Major Josue Lopez Hen:'iguer, Vemezuelnu Air Force. November 1943 to De- eemher 1945. 2. BY direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approied 20 July 19s (sce. 111, RTDBnl. 40, 1942), and Exeeuti~eOrder 9260, 29 October 1842, (see. I, WD Rul. 54, 1942), the Legion of Merit, in the Degree of Legionnaire, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of out standing services during the period indicated was awarded by the War Depart- ment to the folloming-namcd officer. Captain Commandant B. D. df. Duma, Relgim Army. September 1944 Lu May 1046. VILBRONZE STAR MEDAL.-1. Bv direction of the President. under the Provisions of Executive Ordcr 9419, 4 February 1944 (see. 11, WD Bul. 3,1W4), a Bronze Star Medal for meritarious scrvices in connection with militarr. owrations. against an enemy of the Uuitcd States during the periods indicated was warded posthumonsl~by the War Departmeut to the follawing-named officers: Lieutenant Colonel James Jf. &11iz;an, 0221873, Medical Corps, Army of the United Stales. 1415 December 1944. Captain Eotert I. Wheat, 022018, Coast Artillery Corps, United Stater Army. 9-12 January 1945. 2. By Kirection of the President, under the prorisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 19-14 (see. 11, WD Bul. 3, 1914), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievements in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States was awarded posthomously by the War Department to the follor*- ing-named officers: B'irst Lieutenant Henry W.Rfrghcs, 04-1m2, Medical Corps, Army of the Unlted States, as medical officer, performed heroic service wbile a prisoner of war in

AGO 3058B Qermany. At Fuerstenberg on 8 February 1945, he risked his life to remove help less patients from a barracks which was being shelled by the advancing Russians. While caring for his wounded patients at Bradenburg on 21 March 1948, he was killed in an air raid. His courageous conduct helped alleviate the suffering of his fellow prisoners. Lieutenant Colonel Walter P. Manning, 020056, Medical Corps, United States Army, as medical officer, fearlessly exposed himself to bombing and strafing on 13 and 14 December 1944 at Subic Bay, Luzon, Philippine Islands, to give aid to wounded Americans aboard a Jawnese prison ship which was under attack by aircraft. VIILBRONZE STAR MEDAL.-By direction of the President, unller the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 11514 (sec. 11, WD Bul. 3, 11)14), a Bronze Star Medal for meritorious services in eonneetion with military opera- tlons against an enemy of the United States during the periods indicated was amarded by the War Department to the following-named officers, chief warrant officer, and individuals: Colonel Jean Louis Bower, French Army. Septemlrex 1944 to May 1945. Fvedsl-ieli 0. ShavpTew, British civilian. June 1914 to June 1945. William H. Ehau, American civilian. February 1944 to May 1915. Colonel Raoul Pwnoue, French Army. November 1944 to May 1945. Chief Warrant Officer Artfiur H. West (W2134039), Army of the United States. November 1943 to March 1944. VIII. .MEDAL OF FREEDOM.-By direction of the President, under the pro- ?lsions of Executive Order 968ii. B Julv 1945 (sec. 11. WD Bul. 12.1915).. . the Medal of Freedom for merilarious service das awirded by the War Department to the following-named individual: Gordon Tkorpe Jucknon, American Red Cross, rendered meritorious service from November 1843 to February 1044, in Italy, as field director with the 1st Ranger Battalion. During- the bitter Gehtine- - on the Anzio beachhead.. he nrovided- com- fort items. On numerous occasions, he ~oluntarilydelivered mail and Rcd Cross items to front line companies. He assisted chaplains and the medical officers in administering to the spiritual and physical needs of baitle-weary soldiers. When the tactical situation permitted, 116 established a rest center in some abandoned buildings, equipped them with bedding, writing materials, toilet articles, and other comforts. Mr. Jaclcson'a work was cllarncterized by cheerful assumption of his responsibilities to the Amerirnn combat soldier he served and reflects great credit on himself and the American Xed Cross. BY 0EDE.B OF THE SKCDEIlMY OF WAB:

OlsIcraL: DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER EDWARD F. WITSELL Chief of Star Major General The adjutant General WAR DEP.iRT31ENT WASHINOTON 2j, D. C., 13 February 1046 Seetion MEDAL Ol? HONOR-Posthumous awards I DISTISGUISHED-SERYICE MEDAL (0-tKLEIF CLUSTEIO-Awards-.---..- I1 LEGION OF )rlEKII-Awards~-----~.~~~-----~~.~.~..~-~-----.~-.--. 111 LRGION OF JIEKIT (OAK-LEAF CLUSi"ER)-Award& IV

AIII XEDAL (OAK-LEAB CLUSTEKI-Award VlII I..MEDAL OF HONOR.-By direction of the President, under rhe prorisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 191R), a JIedal ui Eonor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty was awarded po~gmouslyby the War Dwartment in the name of Congress to the following-named ofticer and enlisted men: Technical Sergeant Morris E. Cmin (Army serial Yo. 35728722), Companj- E, 141st Infantry IWgiment, Army offhe United States, led his platoon against powerful German forces on 13 .\larch 1945 in Haguenan, France, during the strug- gle to enlarge the brldgehend across the Moder River. With great daring and aggressireness, he spearheaded the platoan in killing 10 enemy soldiers, capturing 12 more, and securing its objectire near an important road junction. Although heavy concentrations of artillery, mortar, and self-prowlled gunfire raked the area, he mwed about among his men during rhe day, exhorting tbem la great efforts and encouraging them to stand firm. He carried ammunition and mnin- tained contact with the company command post, exposing himself to deadly enemy flre. At nightfall the enemy barrage beenme more intense and tanks entered the fray to cover foot troops while they bombarded our positions with grenades and rackets. As buildings were blasted by the Germans, the Americans fell back from house to house. Sergeant Crain deployed another platoon, which had been sent to his support; and then rushed through murderous tank and small-arms fire to the foremost house which was being defended by flw of his mcn. With the enemy attacking from an adjoining room and a tank firing point- blank nt the house, he ordered the men to witharaw while he remained in the face of almost certain death to hold the position. Although shells were erash- ing through the walls and bullets were hitting all around him, he held his ground and, with accurate fire from his submachine gun, killed three Germans. He was killed when the building was destroyed by the enemy. Sergeant Crain'a outstanding valor and intrepid leadership enabled his platoon lo organize a new defense, repel the attack and preserve the hard-won bridgehebeild. Staff Sergeant Amher T. Gammon (Army serial No. 33156658), a squad leader with Comgany A, 9th Armored Infantry Battalion, Army of the United States, on 11 January 1945, near Bnstogne, Belgium, charged 30 yards through hip-deep 6U0W to knock out a machine gun and its three-man crew with grenades, Snring his platoan from being decimated and allowing it to continue its adrancefrom an open fleld into some nearby woods. The platoon's advance through the woods had only begun when a machine gun, supported by riflemen, opened fire aod a Royal Tiger tank began sending 88~mm.shells screaming at the unit from the left flank. Sergeant Gammon, disregerding all thought of personal safety, rushed forward, then cut to the left, crossing the aidth of the plataon'sskirmish line in an attempt to get within grenade range of the tank and its protecting foot troops. Intense fire was concentrated an him by riflemen aud the machine gun emplaced

AGO 3091U-Feb. 881120'-48 ncar the tank. ,HPcharged the automatic wenpan, wiped out its crew of four with grenades, and, with supreme daring, advanced to within 26 yards of the armored vehicle, Killing two hostile infantrymen with rifle fire as he moved for- yard. Thc tank had started to withdraw, barking a short distance, then firing, backing some more, and then stopping to blast out another round, when the man whose single-handed, relentless attaek had put the ponderous machine on the defensive was struck and instantly killed hy a direct hit from the Royal Tiger's heavy gun. -By his intrepidity and extreme demtion to the task of driving the enemy back, no matter what the odds, Sergeant Gnmmon eleared the wands of German forces, for the tank continued to withdraw, leaving open the path for the grrllant squxl lender's platoon. Private Rirst Class Anthong L. Krotiak (Army serial No. 30300223), an acting squad leader wlih Company I. 148th Infantry Rcgirnent, Army of the United States, during an attaek in Baletc Pass, Luarm, Philippine Irlonds, on ,8 Milay 1945, was direct in^. his men in cunsalidatine- a ncwlv won nosition on Hill B v~hell the enemy conccntratcd small-alms fire and g~wadesupon him and four othrrs, driring them to cover in an abandoned Janar~esetrench. A grcnnde thrown from above landcd in the center of the group. Instantly pushing his commdes aside and jnmming the grenade into the earth with his rifle butt, he threw himself over it, mnlring a shield of his body to protect the other men. The gennde exploded undcr him nod he died a fern minutes later. By his extraordinary heroism in deliberately gi~inghis life to save those of his commdes, Private Jirotiak set an inspiring example of utter devotion and self-sacrifice which reflects the highest tmditions of the military servier. Second Lieutennnt Haw?) J. Xichael, 0929268, Company L, 31Ytll Infantry Regi- ment, Army of the United States, was serving as 2. rifle platoon leader when Comp1~11yL began nn assault on a wooded ridge northerrfit of the rillage of Xeidcrzerf, Germany, early on 14 March 1045. A short distance up the side of the hill. Lieutenant Hiofinel, at thc heed of his platoon, heard the click of nn ellems machinc~gunbolt. Quietly halting thc company. he silently moved into the Woods and discovered twu enemy machine guns and crews. Executing a sudden charge, he completely surprised the enemy and captured the guns and crew. At daybreak, enemy voices were beard in the thick woods ahead. Leading him p1ato0tI in a flanking movement, they charged tho enemy with hand grenades and, after n bitter fight, captured 25 members of an SS mountain division, 3 nrtil- lery pieces, and 20 horses. While his company was establishing its position, Lieutenant Michael made two ~e~sonal.reconnaissances of the woods on his left flank. On the first mission, he killed two, wounded four, and captured slx enemy soldiers single-handedly. On the second mission, he captured seven prisoners. During rhe afternoon, he led his platoon in a frontal assault of a line of enemy pillboxes, successfully enpturing the objective, killing 10 and capruring 30 prisoners. The folloming morning, the conqnny was subjected to sniper fire and Lieu- tenant Michael, in an attempt to find the hidden sniper, was shot and irilled. The inspiring leadership and heroic aggressiveness displayed by Lieutenant Michael uphold the highest traditions of the military service. Technician Fifth Grade Powest E. Pedm (Army serial No. 37503529). Battery C, 10th Field Artillcry Battalion, Army of the United States, was a forward artillery observer near Biesheim, France, on 3 Fehruory 1946, when the group of about 48 infantrymen, with whom he was advancing, was ambushed in the uncer- tain light of a waning moon. Enemy forces outnumbering the Americans by four to one poured withering artillcry, mortur, machine-gun, and smali-arms fire into

AGO 3001B the stricken unit from the flanks, forcing our men to seek the cover of a ditch which they found already occupied by enemy foot troops. As the opposing infnntrymen struggled in hand-to-hand combat, Corporal Peden courageously , Oent to the assistance of two woonded soldiers and rendered first aid under heavy fire. With radio communications mogeratire, he renlized that the unit would he wiped out unless help could he secured from the rear. On his own initiative, hc ran 500 yards to the hattnlion command post through a hnil of bullets, which pierced his jacket, and there secured two light tanks to go to the relief of his hard-prcssed comrades. Knowing th? terrible risk iilrolvcd, he climbed upon the hull of the lead tank and guided it intc bxttle. Through a murderous cooeen- tration of fire, the tank lumbered onward, bullets and shell fragments ricochet- ing from its steel armor within inches of the complctcly esposerl rider, until it renc:hed the ditch. As it was about to go into netion, it was turned into n flam- ing- -~wre by a direct hit which killed Ccrgoral Peden. However, his intre~idity and g&'t sacrifice mere not in vhin. dttrnctcd by the light from thc hGning tank, reinforcements found the beleaguered Americans and drove off the enem1.

by the War Department to General of the Army Hnnry H. Amold, as published in \VD General Orders 51, 1942, and a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster as published in WD General Orders 92, 1915, a second bronae 0:rk~LeafCluster for exceptiunnlly meritorious and distingnished services in thc perfornlance of duties of great responsibility during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Deparlmcnt undcr the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul.. 43,1918). The citation is ns follows: General of the Arum Henrv X. Amold.. 0225% United Slates Arrnr. Uarch 19t2 to Kovember 1915. 2. By direction of the President, in addition to the Distinguished-Service Xedal nwardcd by tthc War Dcpartmellt to Major General Benjoritin F. Gilas, as published in WD General Orders 53,1943, a bronze Oak-Tknf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services in the performance of duties of great res~)onsibilityduring the period indicated rras awarded to him by thc War Depart- ment under the pro7isions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1915 (WD Bul. 43, 1918). The citation is as follows: Zlujor General Benjamin F. Gile?, 08211, United States -4rmy. February 1044 to Dcccmber 1945. 3. By direction of the President, in addition to the DistinguishebSerriee Medal awarded by the War Dcpnrtmcut to Major General Hsyh J. Gaffeg,ns published in WD General orders-29, 1913, a bronze Oak-Leaf bluster for ex&ptionaliy meritorious and distinguished serrices in the perfnrmnnce of duties of great respensibility during the period indicated was xanrded to him by the War Dcpart- ment under the pmuisions of the net of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918). The citation is as follo~~s: Major General Hugh J. Gaffcy, 05435, United states Amy. March 1044 to March 1945. 4. By direction of the President, in addition to the Dtstingrlished-Service Medal awarded by the War Debartmerit to General of the Arms George C. Marshall, as published in R7D General Orders 110, 1919, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritoriou~ and distingui~hed services in the performanee of dulies of great respnsibility during the period indicated was awarded to him

AGO 3091B by the War Department under the provisions of the net of Congress approved 9 July 1818 (WD Bul. 43, 1018). The citation is as follows: General of the Army George 0. Marshall, 01616, United States Army. Sep tember 1339 to November 19-15. 5. By direction of the President, in addition to the Distinguished-Service Medal awarded by the Wxr Department to hJajor General Robert B.McOlure, as Published in WD General Orders 80, 1943, a bronze Onk-Leaf Cluster for ex- ceptinnnliy meritorious and distinguished services in the performance of duties of great responsibilily during the ~eriodindicated was awarded to him by (he War Department uuder the Druvisions of the Act of Congress approved 9 Julp 1918 (WD Rul. 43, 1918). The eitati0U is as follows: Major General Robert B. McCluro, 010356, United States Army. November IS44 lo Sorember 1845. III..LEGION OF MERIT.-Ry direetlon of the President, under the proriaions of the act of Congress nglxoved 20 July 1042 (see. 111. WD Bol. 40, 1842) and Exeeutirc Ordcr 3260, 29 October 1942 (see. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). the bgion of nkit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of out- standiug scrrices during the periods indicated was amnrded by the War De- parlrneut to the following-named officers: Colonel Ral.pR G. Baud, 0203104, Judge Advocate General's Department. Army of the United Stales. Jnnnary 1943 ta October 1945. Brigadier General Eobwll,'. Bulle?ze, 03708, United States Army. Janunry 1942 to Jlareh 1945. BrigiiBier General Raphael 8. Ohauin, 04958, United Stntes Army. S:p tembcr 1943 to Xovember 1945. Major General Donold C. Cubbison, 01931, United Stntes Army. May 1942 to Augmt 1925. Lieutenant Colonel Alan W. Uetweiler, 0903065, Bir Corps, Army of the United States. October 1944 to August 1945.

Cantain RoDert df. Dious." - 039473. Armr of the Uniled States. July 1913 to 2 September 1945. Captain Homer 8. Fegley, 016DZIG7, Nedical Corps, Army of the United Slntes. 5 December 1915. Colonel John R. Zann, 0183423, Field Artillery Corps, Army of the United States. March 1Wto Sovcmber 1%5. Colonel William L. Ba?-t,OZjl2 (then brigadier general), Medical Corps, United States Army. June 1940 to June 1945. Brigadier Gcneral Caleb V. Haynes, 0110;15, United States Army. October 1943 to September 1945. Lieutennut Commander Milton Kale. United States Naval Reserve. August 1944 to May 19%. Colonel J3lbert T. Ximball, 0151235, Infantry, Army of the United States. August 1942 to November 1946 Major Frederlclc G. Koch, 0012G30, Quartermaster Corps, Army of the United States. February 1943 to December 1945. Colonel b'olomon Ktrllbaclc, 0300670, Signal Corps, Amy of the United States. November 1941 to August 194:. Colonel Xet~tonLoagfellom, 010995 (then brighdler general), Air Corps, United Slates Army. September 1943 to Norember 1945. Colooel ntller S. Uuers, 0118849, Infantry, Army of the United States. SepLember 1942 to Kovcmber 1045. AGO 3001B Brigadier GenPral Jawlea A. O'Connor, 02209, United States Army. February to September.l!M. Colonel Frank B. Rowlett, 034771Z, Signal Corps, Army of the United Stales. Mar& 1945 to Sa~ember1945. Mojor Louis J. Whlte, 0493006, Adjutant General's Department, Army of the Unitcd States. March 1944 to November 194Z IV..LECION OF MERIT (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-I. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Nerit awarded to Colonel Frederick J. Brown, as published in General Orders 9, 30 January 1945, European Theater c.f Operations, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the perfonnnnm of outstanding services during the period indicated was an~ardcdto him by the War Department under the provisions of tbe act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (scc. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Exccutih Order 9260. 29 October 1942 (sec. I. WD Bul. 64, 1942). The citation is as f~llnws: Colonel Frederick J. Brow, 010761. Field Artillery, United States Army. September 1944 to June 1945. 2. By direction of the President, in addition to the ~egionof Merit awarded by the War Department to Brigadier General William E. (tuthner, as published in \VD General Orders 61,1945, a bronze Oak-Leaf Olustcr for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanKing services during the period indicated was awardea to him by the War Deparlment under the prqvisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40. 1942) and Ex- ecutive Order !32GO,29 October 1042 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54,1942). The citation is as . lOllO\"S : Brigadier General TVGhE. Guthf~m,0103155, Army of the United States. March 1942 to June 1943 and July 1943 to December 1945. 3. Ry direction of tho President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded hY the War Department to Brigadier General Lawvence H.Zedrick, ns published in WD Gcneral Orders 110, 1945, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during :he period indicated was nwarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 0260, 21) October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is as follows: Urigadier General Lawrenee H. Hedrick, 02993, United States Amly. May 1942 to June 1913. 4. Uy direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Colonel Clifford J. Hellin... as vublished- in General Orders 35. Hendouarters Eum- pean Theater of Operations, 14 March 1945, a bronae OaklI,eaf Cluster for excep tionally meritorious conduct in the ~erfomanceof outstauding services during the period indicated was awardcd him by the War ~epnrtmentunder the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1842 (sec. I, WD Bul. 64,1942). The citation is as fallaws: Colonel Clifford J. Hepin, 02617, Air Corps, United States Army. January to August 1945. 5. Uy direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Brigadier General Rob& V. Zynico, as nublished in General Orders 136. Head-

AGO 3091B the period indicated was swarded to him by the War Department onder the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 19.12 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 8260, 29 Octobfr 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is as follows: Brigadier General Robert V. Ignlco, 010491, United States Army. August 1944 to October 1945. 6. Bo direction of the President, in addition to the Leeion- of Merit awarded by th~War Department to Brigadier Gmeral Hayes A. K+oner, a? published in WD General Orders 76, 1044, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated ~1.a.3awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress npproved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Sul. 40,1942) and Executive Order 0260, 29 October 1942 (8% I, WD Ru. 54, 1942). The citation is as follows: Brigadier Geueral Hayes 1.Kroner, 031'76, United States Army. My 1044 to October 1945. 7, By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded to Bricad:er- General Robert V. Marotst. as nublished in General Orders 75. Hend- quarters North African Theater of Operntmns, 9 August 1M3, n bronze Oak Leaf Cluster for csceptionnlly meritorious conduct in the performance of outstnndmg services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of tlie act of Congress approved 20 July 1042 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1912) and Executire Order 9260, 29 Octobfr 1942 (see. I, WD Bul. 54, 19-12), The citation is as follows: Brigadier General Robert V. Jforaist, 07570, United States Army, Oetobcr 10q5 to December 1944 and Xareh to Joly 104% 8. By direction of the President, in additian to the Legion of Nerit awarded to Brizadier General Alfred W. Marriiter. as uublished in Gcneral Orders 85. . A 31 Nay 1045. Mcrlilerraue5n Theater of Operntions, a brhnze Onk-Leaf Cluster for rxceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awnrded to him by the WRFDepartment under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Rul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 Oetober 1912 (WD bul. 54, 1912). The citn- tion i~ as follows: Rrifiadicr General Alfred W.Marriner, 010553, United Stntes Army. March 1942 to March 1943. 9. By direcion of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded by th? War Department to Colonel IIans Ottscnn, as published in WD General Orders 11, 1943, a bronsc Oak-Leaf Cluster for exqeptionally meritorious conduct in the perfomsnce of ontetnnding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Coo- ercss approved 20 July 1942 (See. 111, \VI) Bnl. 40, 1M2) and Executive Order 9260, 20 October 1W2 (sec. I, WD Bul. 84,1942). The citation is as follows: Colonel Hans Ott:elm, 06032, irannpartatian Corps. United States Army, February 1942 to August 1945. 10. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded by the War Department to Colonel Clarence Renshazu, as pub;ished in WD Gcn- era1 Orders 53. 1945, a bronze Oak~LcafCh~etcr for exce~tionallvmeritorious eon- approved 2C July 1W ((sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1012) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul: 54, 1942). The citation is as follows:

AGO 3091B Colonel Clarence Rensnato, 017708, Corps of Eaginee~s,United states Armg. January 1944 and August 1948. 11. Dy direction of the President, in addition to tbe Legion of Merit awarded by the War Department to Brigadier General 13hon%as8. Timberman, as published in WD General Orders 39, 1014, ibronze Oak-hnf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious eonduct in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the Tar Department nnder the proPisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111. WD Bul. 40. 1942) and Executive Order 9200, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD But. 54, 1542). The citation is as follows: Brigadter General Thomas S. Timberman, 015328, United States Army. June to October 1944. 12. Uy direction of the President, in addltion to the Legion of Xerlt aimrded to Cdanel Robert J. Wood, as published id General Orders 52, 10 June 1944, Sorth African Theater, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster far exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding semices during the period indicated ms awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111. WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1M2 (see. I, WD Bul. 52, 1942). The citation is as follows: Colonel Robert J. Wood., 018064, General Staff Corps, United States Army. December 1944 to December 1945. 13. By direction of the President, in arldition to the Legion of Merit-awarded by the War Department to Colonel Edzcard H. Young, as published in WD Gmeral Orders 20, 19-15, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in tlle performance of outstanding services during the period inilicnted was awarded to him by thr War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approred 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executire Order 9260, 29 October 1922 (see. I, WD Bul. 54, 1W2). The citalion is as follows: Colonel Edward H. Poz~ng, 012345, Judge Idvocate General's Department, Uiiited States Army. 22 January to 15 November 1945.' V..DISTINGUISHED.FLYING CROSS,-Ry d'irectiou of the President, under the ~rorisiollsof the art of Cooaress auprooed 2 July 1926 (WD Bul. 8, IWX), a Dlsiinmished-Flrill~!- . .. Cross for extraordinarv achievement mhiie narticinaliw. . in :~erinlflight during the period indicated was awarded by the War Department to the follm~ing-nmnedoacer: Colonel Wmilliam H. ComcilJ, 021492, Air Colp9, United States Army. 26

VI..DISTINGUISHED-FLYING CROSS (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-By direc- linu 4 the I'msidmt. in :tddition to the Distineuished-Flyin2 Cross awarded by Ilre ;V3r Dw~rlmc~~tto tlle following-named oicers, a b&e Oak-Leaf Cluster fnr extrsnr.lia:kry nchieuement wbile participating in ncrlal flight doring the pcr:ori r: J;>uoury3Mfi was am-ardcd to them by the War De~artrnentunder tho Dmri~iwsof ihr act uf CUngress approved 2 July 1926 (WD Bul. 8, 1926). The citations 31.v:LS ~uI~CIWR: Cnplniu John 8. Babel, 0133036, Air Carps, Army of the United States. Crptain Uwtin L. Smith, Jr., 04315131, Air Carps, Army of the United States. VIILBRONZE STAR MEDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-BJ. direction of the Pl.~%id~nt,in addition to the &owe Star Nednl awarded to First Lieutenant ACU YOWB Ralph 8. McGill, as published in General Orders 30. Headquarters 826 Airborne Di~ision,21 July 1944, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cl~lsterfor meritorious serrices in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of Executive Order 9110, 4 February 1944 (see. 11, WD Bul. 3, 1944). The citation Is as follows: Firat tieutenant Ealph S. McGill. 01295752, Infantry., Army of the United States. 8-16 Junc 1844. VIII..AlR MEDAL (0AK.LEAF CLUSTER).-By direction of the President, In addition to the Air Medal awarded by the War De~artmentto Captain Geafe R. Haneff,as published in WD Geuerul Orders 74,1944,a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial fight during the period indicated wa8 awarded to hrm by the War Department under the prwisions of Executiw Orrler 5158,ll May 1942 (WD Bul. 25, 1942). as amended by Eseeutire Order 9242-A, 11 September 1942 (m Bul. 40, 1942). The citation is as follows : Captain Georfe R. Hnney, 0433835, Air Corps, Army of the United States. 27 March 1942 to 4 July 1945.

OFFICIAL: EDWARD F. WITSELL DWIGHT D. EISEXHOWER Major General Chief of Star The Adjutant General

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..I sw~111mllwl*lilG OTrICs. I9ld QE~L0-8 WAR DEPARTrn NO. 20 1 WaBmNamm 25, D. (I., 16 Febrw 1948

/..GENERAL COURTS MARTIAL.-I. By direction of the President, the authority empowering the commanding oacer, 17th Headquarters and Head- quarters Detachment. Special Troops, Seccnd Army. to appaint general courts martial granted in section I, WD General Orders 108. 1045, Is. except as provided below, rescinded. 2. The commanding officer, 17th Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment, Special Troops, Second Army, will retain and continue to exercise general court- martial jurisdiction in aU cases referred by him for trial prior to the date of this order,. until the flnai disposition thereof. la0 250.4 (4 Jan 46) 1 II..DISTINGUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL.-By directiAn or the Presldent. under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1618 (WD Bul. 45. 1918), the Distinguished-Service Medal for exeeptianally meritorious and distinguished services in the performance of dutiesof great responsibility during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the following- named oflcers : Brigadier General Frederk W. Boye, 03895, United States Army. Decem- ber 1944 to September 1945. Colonel Ihw A. Durn, 018380, Ordnance Department, United States Army. July 1940 to Norember 1945. (So much of see. VI,. WD General Orders 84, 1845. as pertains to the award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel Dulfy, for services from July 1940 to E'ebruarp 1945. is rescinded.) III..LEGION OF MERIT.-By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1942 (see. I. WD Bul. 54, lW),the Leglon of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the periods indiezted was awarded by the War Dewrtment to thefollowiug-named omcers: Mdor General ClLorles T. Harris Jr., 02215, United States Army. June 19.12 to September 1885. Brigadier General W&UzmH. Hobson, 03399, United States Army. Oeto- ber 1943 to October 1945. MaJor Charlee F. diehrdmu, 0912836, Air Corps, Army of the United Statea. January to November 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Rafael J. MlrMtda, 0192050, Cavalry, Army of the United States. January 1944 to October 1946. Colonel Joseph R. Prola, 0287395, General Litafl Corps, Army of the United States Ma? 1944 to January 1946. Brigadier General Ralph Talbat, Jr., 02054, United States Arw. Fehm- ary 1042 to Juls 1345. IV..LEGlON OF MERIT.-I. By direction of the President, under the provl- siom of the act of Congress approved 20 Juu 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) AQO BOOBB--neb. 681720°40 and Executive Onler 92@, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul 54, 1!242),the Won of Merit, in the D@gree of Commander, for except~onallymerltorious conduct in the performance of outstandiog services during the periods indicated Was swarded by the War bepartment to the follawing-named officers: Contre-Amiral Pierre Barjot, French Navy. September 1844 to May 1845. General lie Corpe d'Armee Roger Alemndre Leyer. Frencb Army. Septem- ber 1944 to July 1945. Major General Albert G. L Vandesande, Belglan Army January to May IWL 2 By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bul. 40,1942) and Executive Order 9280,28 October 1842 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1%2). the Legion of Merlt. in the Degree of Officer, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the followiog-named officers: Air Vice Marshal K. M. Guthrie, Royal Canadian Air Forca June to November 1944. Colonel J. H. Whalley~KeZly,British Army. 7 September to 1 October 1944. V..BRONZE STAR MEDAL.-By direction of the President, under the pmvi- sions of Executive Order 9419 (sec. 11, WD Bui. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for meritorious Services in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the PeriMl indicated was awarded PosthumouslY by the War Department to the foliowing~namedenlisted man: Technician Fifth Grade LamoZne C. dlbore (Army Serial No. 15014987), In- tantry, Army of the United Staten, a prisoner of war in Germany, was marching with a collumn of fellow prisoners on 31 January 1045 along the Oder River when Russian tanks mistook the formation for enemy troops and opened fire. Disre- garding the great danger, Technician Moore ran forward heroically in an attempt to identify the column, and in doing so lost his life. VI..BATTLE HONORS.-.4s authorized by Executive Order 9396 (see. I, WD Bu1. 22, 1943), superseding Executive Order 9075 (sec. 111, WD Bol. 11, 1942). citations of the followlug units in the general orders inrlieated are confirmed under the proIrisions of section IV, WD Circular 333, 1943, in the name of the President of the United States as public evidence of deserved honor and die tinction. The citations read as follows: 1. The %0th Tank Battalion (Reinforced) is cited for outstanding Performance of~ dutv~~~ in action during- the ~eriod28 to 30 Aoril 1945 in the vicinity of Neuherberg, Germany. With soldierly courage and irrepressible determination. members of the 80th Tank Battalion (Reinforoed) pushcd an armored spearhead 45 miles beyond the Danube River to the outskirts of Munich, destroying n supply train, capturing almost 800 prisoners, and securing 4 bridges intact owr the Amper River. Continuing the attack on 29 and 30 April against an enemy cn- tlenehed in elaborately prepared dugouts and behind the thick walls of the SS training center and an antitank school, which were defended by small arms, machine guns, hundreds of Panzednust8 and twelve SS~mmguns, our troops killed 700 SS troops who fought stubbornly and fanatically. This victory of the 80th T6nk BattaUon (Reinforced) destroyed the defermes of Munich, Germany, remov- ing resistance to the entry of troops into the city. (General Orders 3, Head- quarters Seventh United States Army, 2 January 1946, as approved by the Cam- manding General, United States Army Forces, European Theater (Main).)

AGO SOS6B 2. Company R, 137th Inlandry Reghmd, is cited for outstandlng performance of dutv in action against the enemv at Saarcuemlnes. France. on 10 December

B crossing of the Saar River against heavy enemy opposition, and in a brilliant flanking moremeot, executed under heavy enemy tlre of all tms, its left assault platoon fell upn a mttery plant while the right assault platoon deployed far an attack from the reaa Saa~gneminrsaas defended by a network of pillboxes, trenches, and sntltank obstacles, and the pottery plant itself constituterl the key to the southern and eastern defenses of the city. One saund of the left assault platoon advanced into a factory building while the remainder of the platoon was pinned dowo by withering lire inside the plant. The squad entering the building employed small arms and hand grenade to engage the enemy in a bitter tlght, w'oich relieved the nressure on tbe trooos-. oinned down outside the buildine.- During an intense 4-hour flre fight, Companv F ensaged two det~rmiuedcompanies of 58 troops which occupied the ptlery~. plant sod enoirms in closcin and hand- to-hand fighting among the maze of machinery, pottery baking nvena. and display sheIvee. In the fury of this action, the troaps at Cornpanu 1,' emplosedl in addition to thFir fire arms, hand grenades, trench knl~es,bayonets, and eTen pottery pieces. Enemy troops flecing from the pressure of the left aranult platoon into another building were surprised by the right platoon which had entered the factory from the rear. After recovering from the initial shock, the enemy, with superior numbers, counterattacked the right assault platoon but the support platoon, with superb timing, crushed the counterattack. The enemy then increased the intensity of his artillery, tank, self-propelled, and 20-mm fire on the attacking forces. 11repamtor~to launching a full scale counterattack. However, the com- iost 13 enlisted men vounded. he enemy lost 45 killed, 75 captured, and 26 wounded. The company aceompiished its assigned task under intense enemy artillery and small-arms flre, in disreenrd- of Personal safety and against. a deter- mined enemy in superior numbers arid oceupyi~gstrong defensive positions. The

action is an outstznding example of grow~ - daring and courage. The extraordinary heroism, exemplary skill, inspiring resourcefulness, and superior initiative displayed in this erueinl ope ratio^ refleet the highest credit on the officers and men of Company P,137th Infantry Begiment, and oo the military service of the United States. (General Orders 60. Headquarters 35th Infantry Division, 19 November 1945. as approved by the commanding General, United States arm^ Forces, European Theater (Main) .) 3. The Shore Battalion, 598d Enginerr Roat and Shore Regiment, is cited for outstanding performance of duty in netion against the enemy in the Admiralty Islands from 2 to 6 March 1944. On 2 March 1944, this battalion Landed on Whitc Bench, Los Negrof Island, as an element of the task force. Its mission was entirely an engineering project which consisted of clearing the beach, bulld- ing ramps out to amyhibiuus craft, constructing a beach road net, developing beach dumps, and, with attached units, unloading troops, equipment, and sup- plies. Within 30 minutes after lauding and while still in the process of organizing the beachhead, the heach was subjected to enemy motar and suiper fire which continued spasmodically throughout the day. Despite numerous cas- unlties. hernuse of Little or' no cover, this unit carried on with courageous determination and complete disregard of danger to accorrtplish its missicm. Only AGO 30960 after aU craft had retracted and darkness caused woe to stw on the WdI did this unit retire, and then not to rest but to take up defensive positio~on the west Bank of the task force perimeter. The positions had hardly been taken when the enemy began a series of iuffltration and "Banzai" attacks, directed agalnst the west Bank of the perimeter, which lasted throughout the night. Amid considerable confusion, because of the lack of infantry trainin& with many troops seeing action for the Brat time, the o5cers and men of the Shore Battalh met every advance of the enemy with such determination, tenac ity, and courage that the enemy was driven off on every occasion with heaw casnalties. Enemy infiltration was particularly prevalent and hand-to-hand combat with hives and bayonets was evident everywhere. When the enemy action ceased at dawn. the battalion returned to its task on the beach, where it worked until night, returning then to the perimeter positions. During the night the attacks were renewed, but with the same intrepidity and valor the attacks were repulsed. The following day, when the infantry waa held up by impassable terrain, the uuit went out beyond the front lines to build made in the face Of snlper Bre so that infantry and artillery force could be brought to bear on 'the enemy. Although working every day on the beach bringing in vital supplleu and equipment, this unit returned every night to positions on the perimeter to 5ght the enemy. The unusual devotion to duty, grim determination, battle dlsclpline, and conspicuous gallantry df the officers and men of the Shore Bat- talion, 59Ed Engineer Boat and Shore Regiment, had a stimulating effect on all troops of the task force and reflect the highest credit on the United States Amy. (General Orders 175, Readquartera Sixth Army, 26 August 1845, as ap proved by the Commander in Chief. Cnited States Army Forces, Paclflc.)

OmCIaL: DWIGHT D. BISENHOWIUR EIDWARD F. WITSELL Ohief of stan Yajw General The Adjutant GenwaZ GENE~LOBDESS WARDEPARTMENT No. 21 Was~rno~o~24 D. C., 26 February 1946 Section MEDIL OF HONOR-Posthurno~~ R~Brds...... I DISTINCUISHED-SERVICE 1IIED,iL-Awards ...... I1 DISTIKGUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTmR)-Award ...... I11 ONOW ERT-Ad ...... IV BRONZE STAR NEDAT, (O.AI<~IJCAFCLUST1CR)-Award ...... V . NEDlL OF HOKOH-Correction in general ordcrs ...... VI BRONZE STAH MEDAL--Correctim~ in general orders and supersts~iuns of nwnrds VII B.ATTI.E IIONORS-Coneftion in mnerai orders ...... VlII ILMEDAL OF HONOR.-By direction of the Preridmt, llnder the provisions of the act of C~ngrrf8approved 9 Tuly 1918 (\VD Bul. 43, 1918). a Medal of Honor for eonspicuooa gn1i;lntry n~~dintrepidity at the risk of life nbore and beyond the call of dnty was awarded qsthumpusly by the Wzlr De~artrnentin the nume of Congress to the following-named enlisled men: Prirnte WiTliam D. ZvlcQee (Army serial No. 3&73$08), a medicnl nid man with Comimny I<, 304th Infantry Regiment, Army of the United Sintcs, made n night crossing of the Jiosdle Rircr on 18 March 1046 with troops endeavoring to capture the town of Jlnlheim, German?. The enemy had retreated in tire sector n.hr1.e the nssnnlt boats lmldctl, but had left the shore hcavily strewn with nnti- wrsonncl mines. Tvo men of the first ware, allempting ta work their way forward, detonated mines 1vhic.h wonnclrd them seriously, leaving them bleerling and ill grcat pain beyond the reach of thrir comrades. Entirely on his own jnitintive, Private XeGee entered the mine ficlil, brought out one of the injured to cornuari~ti~esafely, and had r?tnrn?d ro rescue the secunrl \-ictim wlren bc stspped on a mine and \vas serercly woundzil in tile resulting explosion. Altllough suffering intensely and bleeding profuseiy, he shoot& orders that none of his coinrader mcrc lo risk their lis-es by eulcriug the dentbscwn field to rendcr the lirst aid that might hare saved his life. In rnnfiing the sugreme sacrifice, Prirate .UcGec demonstrated a eoilcern for the well-being at his fellow soldiers that transcended all eonsiderations for his awl, safcty and a gallantry in keeping with the highest traaitions of the milifory service. Private Jusepl~I?. dierrsll (Army serial KO.42170711), a scout with Company I, 16th Infantry Regiment, Army of the United States, made a gallant, one-man attack against vnsll,~sugerior encmy farces nrilr hhe, Germany, on 18 April 1945. His unit, attempting n quick conquest of hostllc hill positions ikat wonld open the route to Nurnberg before the enemy could a~gnnizehis dcltme of that city... Far ,,inned down by brutal fire from rifles, mnrhine oislols. and two hcnvv nmcbine guns. Zntirely on his own initiatire, Prirate Mewe72 begnn a single- handed aa#nuir. He mn 100 yards through concentmted fire, barely rrcnping death at each stride, and, at p?int~bl;~nkrange, engnFCd four Germnn nlnclline ljistolrnen with his rifle, killing aluof them while their bullets ripped his uniform. AS hv StnrLed forvnrd again, his rifle n-as smr.si~edbs- a ssnipcr'a bullet, leaving him armed only will, three grenades, but he did not hesitate. He xigaaggrd 200 yards tlnangh a hail of bullets to within 30 yards of the flrst madline gun, wbere he hurled two grcnn,les and then rdsilril tl~position, rendy to fight dth his bare hands if necessavp. In the emplaccrnent, hc seized a Lugcr pistol and killed nu Getmans wlia had surrired the grenade bln~t. Rearmed, he crawled townrd the second merhine gnu located 30 yards away, lcillingffour Germans in camouflaged fox holcs on the way, but receiring a critical wintnd in the abrlomen. Yet hc went on, staggering, bleeding, an4 disregarding bullets which tore through the folds -4GO 3157B Bcb. 681720'-4c! of his clothing and glanced off his helmet. He threw his last grenade into the machinegun nest and stumbled on to Wipe out the crew. He had completed this self-nppoiuted task when a machine pistol burst killed him Instantly. In his spectacular one-man atta*, Private Idelre71 killed li Germans in the first machine gun emplacement, 7 in the next, and an additional 10 infantrymen who were astride his path to the weapons which would have decimated hi unit had he not assumed the burden of the assault, and stormed the enemy positions with utter fearlessness, iutrepidity of tho highest order, and a williogness to sacrifice his own life so that his comrades could go on to victory. Private First Class Edzeard J. Xou!mla (Army serial No. 36015463), was wilh the leading element of Company C, 383d Infantry Regiment, Army of the United States, on 9 April 1045, when grenade esplosions and concentrated machine-gun and mortar fire halted the nnit's attack on Kaknzu Ridge, Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands. With utter disregard for his personal safety, he charged 40 yards through withering, grazing fire and wiped out two machine-gun nests with weil- aimed grenades and deadly accurate fire from his automatic rifle. When strong counterattacks and fierce enemy resistance from other positions forced his company to withdraw, he voluntarily remained behind with eight others to cover the maneuver. Righting from a critienlly dangerous position for 3 hours, he killed more than 25 Japanese before following his surviving eompanions thsouglr screening smoke down the face of the ridge to a gorge where It was diacovered that one of the group had been left bchind, wounded. Unhcsitalingly, Pri\-ate Moskala climbed the hullet-swept slope to assist in the rescue and, returning to lower ground, volunteered to protect other wounded while the bulk of the troops qulelrly took up more favorable positions. He had saved another casualty and killed four enemy infiltrators when he was struck and mortally wo~mded himself while aiding still another disnbled soldier. With gallant initiative, unfnl- tering courage, and heroic determination to destroy the enemy, Private Moalcala gave his life in his complete devotion to his company's mission and his comrades' well-being. His intrcpid conduct grovided a lasting inspiralion for thosewith whom he served. Private First Class l+"deriek 0. Idarp71v (Army serial No. 314'6845). an aid man with Cam~anyE, 259th Infantry Regiment, Army of the Unitcd States, was wounded in the right- shoulder soon after his comrades had imnued off in a dawn attack, 18 March 1945, against the Sicxfried Line rtt Saarlautern, Germany. IIe refused to withdraw for treatment arid continued forward, ndmimisteriuf first aid under heavy machine-gun, mortar, and artillery fire. When the company ran into a thiclils sewn antipersonnel mine field and began to suffer more and more casualties. he coutinued to dirrcaard- his own wound and unhesitatimlv-. braved the danger of exploding mines, moving about through heavy fire and helping the injured until he stepped on a mine which eevered one of his feet. Dcspitr his gricvous wounds, he struggled on with his work, rcfusing to be evacuated and crawling from man to mall administering to the,+ while in great gain and blccd- ing profusely. He was killed by the blast of another mine which he had dr:igged himself across in an effort to rcaeh still another casualty. With indomitable courage, un~uenchahlespirit of self-sacrifice, and sugreme deroliou to duty which made It possible for him to contimie performing his tasks while barely able to move, Privateizrrphy saved many of his fcllow soldiers at the cost of his arrn life. Private First Class Walter 0. Tetnel (Army serial No. 38122664), an acling squad lender with the Antitank Company, 13th Infantry Regiment, Army of the United States, was guarding his platoon's command post in n house at Rirken, Germany, during the early rnmning hours of 3 April 1945 whcn he delecled AGO aioin strong enemy forces moving in to attack. He ran into the house, alerted the owupants, and immediately began defending the post against heavy automatic weapons fire coming from the hostile troops. Under cover of darkness, the Ger- mans forced their way close to the building where they hurled grenades, two of which landed in the room where Private Wetael and others had taken up flring gositions. Shouting a warning to his fellow soldiers, Private Wet& threw llims~lfan the grenadcs and, as they exploded, absorbed their entire blast, suffering wounds from which he died. The supreme gallautry of Private Wetzel sarcd hls comrades from death or serious injury and made it possible for them to continue the defense of the command post and break the Dower of a dangerous loenl counterthrust by the enemy. Private Wetsel's unhesitating sacrifice of his life was in keepiug with the United States Army's highest traditions of bravery and heroism. II..DISTINGUISEED-SERVICE MEDAL.-By direction of the President, under the prorisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918). the Distinguislied-Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services in the performance of duties of great responsib'ility during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the followlng- named otscers: Brigadier Oeueral James W. C$r.rti.s, 0i973, United States Army. May 1912 to January 1946. .., Brigadier General Pl~ilipE. Gallogher, 011249, United Stntes Army. June to December 1945. Coion~lEarl 6.Oesler, Om76 Corps of Engineers, United States Army, October 1943 to September 1945. Brigadier General Aiuan 0. Xincald, 010194, United States Army. Aprll 1044 to April 1945. Colonel Harru A. Jlontnomerw. 012049. Corns of Engineers.- United States Army. - May 1944 to ~eitember1925. - Field Marshal Sir Henry UaitZand Wilson, Rritish Army. January to September 1945. III..DISTINGUISHED-SERVICE MEDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-By

Orders 3,1924, a second liranae Oalraf Cluster for exce&nally meritorious and distinguished services in the prforniance of duties of great responsibility during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War DCpartment under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1018 (WD B111.43,1918). The citation is as follows: General Wollcr Kvueger, 01531, United States Army. 1 June to 31 December 194ii. IV..Z&GION OF MERIT.-By direction of the President, under the provlsions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1922) and Executi7-e Order 0260. 29 Octaher 1942 (see. I, WD Bul. E4. 1942).. . the Leeion. of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the following-namcd oflicers an2 enlisted men: Major Morris B. AWam, 0384171, Air Corps (Infantry, Officers' Reserve Corps), Army of the United States, January to August 1945. Colonel Jack E. BaBcook, 021413, Chemical Warfare Service (General Stnff Corps), Uniten States Army. October 1944 to October 1945. AGO 315TB Sccond Lieutenant Robert T. Btattie, 0.887612, Air Corps, .4mly of the United States. August 1044 to Fcbrunry 1945. Colonel Temple G. Botcen, 0902887, Generol Star Corlls, Army of the United States. September 1944 to September 19-13. Technician Tliird Grade Benjwnis P. Chcl,dleut', (Army serial So. 3346Z1+?43, Ordnance Departmeut, Army of the United States. 3llareh to Allgust 10.15. Captain L'lrlnnn B. Cuplenmrr, 0336478, hl~dicnlCorpa, Army of the United States. 28 July to 28 August 1944. Colonel Weldon 11;. nor, 04S8085, Air Corns, Army of the United States. July 1!?44 to October 1!145. Lieutennnt Colonel Marcus S. Goidman, 0231570, General Staff Corps, Army of the United States. October 1943 to Jarmarg 1946. Brigadier acnemi Ralph 11. Goli7thrcnile, 02662, United States Army. Aognst lM2 to October 1945. !%lollel Cllavles G. Umd?ieh, 017166, Air Corps, United States A1.m~. March 1942 to Hebrunry 1913. Colonel Brancis J. Cfmling, 015$2G, Genepill Staff Corps, United States Army. Nay 1941 to January 1946. Colonel Harlan V.Holden, 09901, Air CO~IE,Cnir?d States Anny. Decem- ber 1942 to Segtcmber 1915. Captain DonuU W. .Jackson, OX47975 (then first lieutenant), Medical Administratire Corp~.,Army of thc United Stales. Octobcr 1944 to Jniy 1945. Colonel IIai'old TV, Ifeirt, 0118876, Geneml Sr:.ff Corps, Army of the Vnited States. ZSJ A~ril1W1 to Jumlary 19-16. Colonrl Amliihnld King, 03523, Judge Advocate General's Department, United Statw Army. SelAemher 1039 to October 194.5. Major Gcupral Jle91ru 2. Lovsen, 0340, United Stiltes Marine Corps. August 1941 to July 1046. Brigadier General Hwtort 0. Let&, 02838, United Slates Anuy. June IN2 to January 1944. Brigadier General Viircent J. me lo^, 010141, Uuilad States Army. Sovem- ber 1945 to July 1914. Major Stonlev J. Miller, 085-1904 Air Carps, Army of the United States. Seuiember 1944 to May 194L Lieutenant Colonel I'err.y Alolstud, O471153, Signal Corps, Army of the United States. May 1942 to 0c:aber 1945. Colonel Willinm 0. dloow, 0288343. Air Cor~is,Army of the Unitcd States. November 1043 to June 1045. Technicai Sergeant nu& 7'. O'Cosnor. (Al'ruy serial No. 707148C), Ord- nnrice Department, Amy of the United States. Ma? 1943 to Allril 1944. Colonel Doaglar Pavmeaticr, 0605220, Gencrcl Staff Corps, Army of the IJnited Slates. Ayril XI41 to January 1946. Colonel Scott B. Ritckic, OWYj5, Ordnance Department, United States Almy. Sepfember.1339 lo Oc-tober 1945. Culonel Edt(:wd C. Rose, 03408, Infantry, United States Anrry. June 1944 to June 1945. Rrigarli~rGeneral Giiy I. ROKC,027Z4, Uniled States Army. March 1M4 to September 1946. Colonel Cecil T,. Rutledge, Oi296, Trsusportation Corlx, United States Army. May 1942 to October 1945. Colonel Rer,iinn W.Schull, ar., 016732, Corps of Engineers, United States Army. Dccember 1941 la Segtemher 1945. Brigadier Ceueral Edzcord A. Sfo~f~to~t,Jr., 02363, United States Army. October 1914 to January 19-16, Colonel Dunnld 0. Wllite, 012609, Corps of Engineers, United Slates -4rroy. December 1043 to September 1945. V..BRONZE STAR MEDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-By

AGO 3157B 1842 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 229, General Headquarters, United Stntes Army Forces, Pacific, 5 Oclober 1945.) 5. So much of section IX, WD General Orders 53, 1945, as pertains to Corporal Eugene II. Ewers, Xedical Department, as reads "Oetober 1014 to January 1943" is amended to read "June 1942 to January 1945." (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Slar Medal to Caryoral Euws, for scrriees from 8 June 1942 to 14 Oetober 1944, as imblirhecl tin General Orders 229, General Head- quarters, United States Army Forces, Pacific, 5 Oetober 1fU5.) 6. So much of section IX, WD General Orders 53, 1945, as pertains to Technical Sergeant Milo J. Foleom, Medical Department, as reads "October 1944 to January 1045" is amended to read "June 1942 to January 194.5" (This award supersedes the award of the Rronze Star bledal to Scl.geant Folsom, for services from

8 June 1842 to 14 October 1944., as Anublished in General Orders 229. General Headquarters, United States Arm Forces, pacific, 5 October 1945.) 7. So much of section IX. WD General Orders &3,19?B, as pertams to Technical Sergeant Roy A. ~etetooid,Medical Department, as reads "October 1944 to January 1945" is amended to rend "June 1942 to January 1945." (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Tedlnical Sergeant Wtezoaod, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 October 1944, as pi~hlishedin General Orders 229. General Headquarlers, United States Army Rorccs, Pacific, 5, October 11115.) 8. So much of section VIII, WD General Ovders 65, 1045, as pertains to Cor- poral Lmorenoe C. Hall, Medical Department, as reads "Oetober 1944 to January 1945" is amended to read "June 1042 to January 1945." (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Corporal Hall, far scrviees from 8 June 1912 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 229, General Headquar- ters, United States Army Forces, Pacific, 5 October 1945.) 9. So much of section IX,WD General Orders 53,1945, as pertains to Corpornl Loud A. Jackson, Medical Department, as rends "Octobcr 1014 to January 194W is ameudcd to read "June 1942 to Jnnunry 1945." (This award supersedes the award of the Bmnze Srnr Medal to Corporal Jackson, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 Oclober 1044, as puMislled in General Orders 228, General Ueadquar- ters, Unitcd Stntes Army Forces, Pacific, 5 October 19%)

is amended to read "June 1912 to January 1946." (This award supersedes the award of the Bronzc Star Medal to Corporal Jemsen, for scl'vices from 8 June 1042 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 229. General Headquarters, United Stntes Army Forces, Pacific, 5 October 1915.) 11. So much of section IX, WD Geueral Orrlers 53, 1945, as pcrtains to Staff Sergeant William L7. Lmthert, Kedical Department, on reads "Octaber 1944 to January 1345" is amended to read "June 1M2 to January 1945." (This amarll supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Staff Sergeant LamBert, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 October 1944, as published in Geuernl Orders 229, General Headquzrters, United Stntes Army Forces, Paciflc. 5 October 1945.) 12. So much of seclion VI, WD General Orders 65,1945, as pertains to Corporni Norman J. Lev, WD Medical Department, as reads "October 1944 to January 1945" is amended to read "June 1942 to January 1045." (This award supersedes the award of the Rronze Stilr Medal to Corporal Leu, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 229. ~enernl Hendquarter8, Unitell States Army Forees, Pncilic, 5 October 1945.) 13. So much of section IX, WD General Orders 53. 1945, as pertains to Prirate John A. McCarty, Xedical Department, as reads "October 1944. to January 1945" is amended to read "June 1942 to January 1945." (Thi8 award supcr- sedea the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Private McCartu, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 Oetober 1944, as published in General Orders 230. General IIeadquarters, United States Army I.'orces. Paeac, 5 October 1945.) 14. So much of section XI, WD General Orders 60, 1945, as pertains to Teeh- nician Fourth Grade John A. Moores, Medical Department, as reads "October 1944 to January 1945" is amended to read "June 1942 to January 1945." (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Technician Fourth Grade Moores, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 Octobcr 1944, as ~ublishedin General Orders 230, General Headquarters, United States Army Forces, PnciAc, 5 October 19451. 15. The award of the BronE Star Medal to Colonel John (t. Murphy, as published in General Orders 6, Headquarters Ninth United States Army, 6 Jnuuary 1945, for services fram 25 June to 25 September 1944, is superseded by the nward of the Distingutshed-Service Medal to CQlonel Murphy as published in section I, WD General Orders 1,1946. 16. So much of section IX, WD General Orders 53, 1945, as pertains to Ser- geant Frank C. Poturai. Medical De~artmentas reads "October 1944 to Januan 1045" is amended to rend "June 1942 to January 1945." (This award supersedes tlie award of the Bronze Star Medal to Sergeant Potyraj, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 230, General Headquar- ters, United States Army Forces, Pacific, 5 October 1945.) 17. The award of the Bronze Star Urdai to Brigadier General Roy 7. Rlckard. as published in General Orders 132, IIeadqunrters Ninth United Stntes Army, 30 April 1945, for services from 1 January to S March 10&5, is superseded by the amrd of the Dlstinguished-Service Medal to Brigadier Gencral Rickard as pub lished in section 11, WD General Orders 8,1946. 18. So much of section XI, WD General Orders 60,1945, as wrtxins to Sergeant Ralph Rodriguez. Medical Department, as reads "October 1944 to January 1M5" is amended to read "Jlme 1942 to January 1945." (This award supersedes the award of the Bronze Star Medal to Sergeant Rodriguez, for services from 8 June 1942 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 230, Ccneral Headquarters, United States Arms Forces. Pacitlc. 5 October 1943.1 19. So much of section VIII, WD General Orders 55,1945, as pertains to Treh- n~caiSergeant Hawy J. Staples, Medical Department, as reads "October 1R44 to January 101V is amended to read "June 1942 to January 1945.'' (This award supersedes tlie awonf of the Bronze Star Medal to Technienl Sergeant Staples, for services from 8 June 1042 to 14 October 1044, us published in General Ordcrs 230, Gencral Heatlqoarters, United Slates Army Wrees, Pacific, 5 October 1945.) 20. So mnch of section VIII, WD General Orders 42, 1945, as pertains to Scr- gcant Carl E. Stuart, Medical Department, as reah "November 1943 to Janu- ary 1945" is amended to read "June 1942 to Jnuuary 1945." (This award suversedes the award of the Brome Star Bwdal to Searrent Slaart, for services fram 8 June 1942 Lo 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 230, Gen- eral neadquarters, United States Army Forces, Paciflc, 3 October 1915.) 21. 80 much of aection VIII, WD Gene~alO~ders 55, 19-15. as pertains to Staff Sergeant Grandison N. Vroman, Mfdical Department, as reads "October 1944 to January 1945" is amended to read "June 19% to January 1945." (This award su~ervedesthe award of the Bronze Star Medal to Staff Sergeant Vroman, AGO 3157B for services flom 8 June 1942 to 14 October 1944, as published in General Orders 230, Gcneral Headquarters, United States Army Forces, Pacific, 5 October 1945.3 22. So much of swtion 7111, WD General Orders 55, lM6, as pertains to' Staff Sergeant Gerald TV. Wnoner. Medical De~artmcnt.as reads "October 1944 to Jnrm-

from 8 Jnne 1942 to 1-1 October 1914, as published iu General Orders 230, General HeadquarLers, United Stxtrs Army Farces, I'>>cilie, 5 October 1945.) , 23. So much of scctiou IX, WD GenPral Orders 63, 1946, as peltnins to M:ister Sergeant Stanle~P. Wallace, Medical Degautment, as reads "October 1944 to January 1945" is amended to read "June 1W2 to Jxuutr~'1945." (This award sonersedes the award of the Bronze Star Xedal to Master Sergeant Wallnee, for scrviees from 8 Jnne 1942 to 14 October 1944. as publiljhecl in General Orders 230, General Hcadquartcrs Unil.ed States Army Forces, Pacific, 5 October 1946.) 24. So much of section YI, WD General Orders 66, 1945, as nel.i;rins to Major Robert K. WhiteZv, n[edical Denartment, as reads "October 1944 to Snnonvy 1945" is amended Lo rend "June 1942 to J~lnuory1045." (This nlvnrd supel's;rdes the award of the B~orrzeStar Medal to Xnjor Whitelu, for services flmm 8 Jllne 1!X2 to 11 Octoller 1P44, as published in Cenrml Orders 230, Grrrernl Hcarl- quarters, Glritcd Stntcs Army Forces, I'acific, 5 October 19G.) VIII..RATTLE HONORS.-I'an\gmi>h 2, section XIII, WD Gmei,al Ordem 44, 104.i, Sd Infnnl,z, Dicisio?~,is amended by adding thc follox~ictg-ntlnchrdunit: 802d Field Artillery Battnlion. Br oiwru ow THE SEC~TBEYOI YIIm:

Owrcr~r.: DWIGHT D. Tr.1SIIXHOWRI.H EDWARD H'. WITSELL Chief DJ Sfllff .Major General The Adjutant General GEmsat OsnEus ~VABD~ARTMERT No. 22 W.isnrmom~Zi, D. C., 28 February 1946 Soetion MEDAL OF HONOR-Po~thumoue awards...... I DISTINGUISHED-SERVICE MEl)A>Award~ ...... IT LEGION OR MERIT-Awards ...... 111,IV LEGION OP MERIT (OAK-LEAF CLUSTEK)-Awards ...... V DI8TINGUISHBD-PLYING CROSS-Posthumous award ...... VI BRONZE STAR MEDAL-Posthumous award...... VII BRONZE STAR MEDALAward4...... Till A EDAAd...... IX AIR MDDAL (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER)-Annrd ...... X UNITED STATES OF ANERICA TYPHUS COMUIISSIOX UEUALAwards..... XI DISTINCUISnED~SERYICEMEDAL--Correction in general orders ...... XI1 DISTINCUISHED-SERVICE MED.iL (OB-LEAP CLUSTER)-Correction in genera1 orders XIII BRONZE STAR MEDALCorreefion in general orders...... XIV I..MEDAL OF HONOR.-By direction of the Presidmt, under the pnwisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 191S), a Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intr~oidits. . at the risk of life above and heyond the call of duty was awarded psthumollsly by the War Department in the name of Congress to the following-naGd o5c& and enlisted man: Brigadier Gmerxl Frederick W. Costle, 0319376. Commanding Gcneral of the 4th Bombardment Ting, Eighth Air Force, Army of the United States, was air commander and leader of more than 2.000 heavv bombers in a strike xcxinst- German airfields on 24 December 1844. En route to the target, the failure of one engine forced him to relinqoish his place at the head of the formation. In order not to endanger friendly troops onthe ground bclow, he refused to jettison his bombs to gain speed and mnneurerability. Ais lagging, unescorted aircraft became the target of numerous enemy lighters which ripped the left wing with cannon shells, set the oxygen system afire, and mounded two mcmhers of the crew. Repeated attacks started fires in two engines, leaving the flying fortress in imminent danger of exploding. Realizing the haplessness of the situation, the bnil-out order was given. Without regard for his personal safety, he gnl- lantly remained alone at the controls to afford all other crew members an oppor- tunity to escape. Still another attack exploded gnsoliue tanks in the right wing and the bomber plunged earthward, carrying General Castle to his death. His intrepidity and willing sacrsce of his life to save members of the crew were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service. Private First Class Ckarles N. DeGZopner (Army scrial No. 32581337), was n member of Company C, 326th Glider Infantry Regiment, Army of the United States, on 9 June 1944, advancing with the forward platoon to secure a bridgehead across the Merderet Rirer at la Fiere, France. At dawn, the platoon had uenetrated an outer line of machine mns- and riflemen, but in doing- so had become cut off from the rest of the company. Vastly superior forcea began a systematic decimntlon of the stricken unit, and put in molion a flanking maneuver which would have completely exposed the American platoon in a shallow loadside ditch where it had taken cover. Detecting thm danger, Private UeGlopper rolunteered to 6UDDOIt-. his comrades br flre from his automatic rifle while the7 attempted a withdrawal Urrough a bLak in a hedgerow 40 yards to thc rear. Scorning n conccntrntioo of enemy automatic-wexuons and rifle fire, he wulkea from the ditch onto the road in full view of rhe Germans and sprnyed the hostile positions with aasnult 6'e. He mas wounded, but he continued firing. Struck-

AGO 3173U-Nor. 884266'48 aeain.-. he started to fall.. wt" his crim delerminniion and valiant Whtina. .. SDirit could not be broltcn. Knccling in the ruadwny, wcalrcned by his grielwns wounds, lie le~eledhis heavy weapon ngainst the enemy and fired burst after burst until killed outright. He was successful in draming the enemy action away from his fellow soldiers, who continued the fight from a more adrantageous position, and estnblished the first bridgehead ove~the Mcrderet. In the area where he made his intrepid stand, his comrades later found the ground strewn with dcad Ger- mnrm and marly machine guns i~ndnutonratic wenpons which he had knocked out of action. Prirxte Dcffionper's gallant sacrifice and unflinching heroism wllile facing. insur~nountnbleodds were in great measure responsible for a highly important tactical victory in the Xarmnndy campaign. II~~DISTl~r'GUISHED-SERVICEMEDAL.-By direction of the President, nndcr the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918).. . the Distinpuistled-Serviee- 31eclal for escentionollr meritorious and distinguished services in the pcrfarmance of duties of great responsibilit~during the periods indicated was awarded by the War Department to the following- riamid ofiicers : Brigadier General Gene W. Hal, 0443517, Army of the United States. January 1944 to May 1916. (This award supersedes the award of the Legion of Merit to Brigadier General Hall, for services from 27 January to 20 May 1936, as published in General Orders 163, Headquarters India-Burma Theater, 24 July 1945.) Mnjor General Robert W.Hasbwuc7~, 08588, United States Army. Decem- her 1M.1 to April 1946. Mnjor General Kellcr E. Rockey, 0838, Uniled Stntes Marine Corps. 30 September to I3 December 1945. IIILLEGION OF MERIT.-Dy direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Conmess avaroved 20 Jub 1912 (see. 111, WU Rul. 40, 1942) and Evecutive Order 9260, 290ctober 1942 (sec I, WU Rul 54, 1942), the Legion of Xent far exeegtionally meritorious conduct in thc performance of outstanding Services during the periods indicated mas av'ardcd by the War Uepurtment to thefollowing-named officers: Lieutenant Colouel Jack O. dllen, OX8601. General Staff Corps (Infantry), Army of the United States May to December 1945. Colonel Willinrn H. Bcers, 07788, l'l'ansportation Corps, United States Army. April 1042 through March 1944. M;tjor General Joy L. Rcnediet, 019G5, United Stntes Army. October 1942 to Jallnnry 1946. M~jorRichwd L. Rows, 0302126 (then captain), Infimtry, Army of the United Slates. January to July 1943. Brigadier General Ernest H. Bwt, 04016, United States Army, July 1% to October 1915. Colonel Edwa~dA. Chwal, 015791, General Staff Corps (Infantry), United States Army. Octokr 1913 to September 1944 and OctDber 1945 to January 1946. Lieutenant Colonel George 1'. Conuwse, 0W014, Air Corps, Army of the United States. September 1944 to December 1945. Brigadier General Rosooe C. Crewford, 03345, United States Army. De- cember 3943 to September 1M5. Mnjor John W. Dclnfield, 0241697, field Artillery, Army of the United States. Scpternber 1942 Lo September 1945 AGO 91738 Major William. W. Dillerd, 027009, General Staff Corps (Infantry).United States Army. October 1944 to June 1945. IV..LEGION OF MERIT.-1. BY direction 01 the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1842 (sec. 111, XD Bul. 40, 1912) and Executive Order 92FO. 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 19*2), the Legion by the War Dspartment to the follorring-named omcers: Air Namhai Dozcgla~CoI#er, Royal Air Force. December 1944 to Septem- ber 1945. Major General Chav-Zes Reginald Cambridge Lane, British Army. Febru- ary 1942 to August 1541. Licutcnant General Sir Gordon N. Mneready, British Army. June 1942 to September 1945. Lieutcnallt Gcueral Sir William Joseal~S;im. British Arms. October 1943 to Iday 1945. 2. By directian of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Xul. 40, 1942) and Execuliae Order 9260, 29 October 1W (scc. I, WD Bul. N, 1942), the Legion of Merit, in the Degree of OUicer, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performanee of outslanding services during the periods indiented was awarded by the War Department to the follawing-nnmcd officers: General de Brigade Fernend Pkilinpe Resenco?~,French Army. February to July 1916. Lieutenant Colonel (fui:lermo Mu,'in Carmo~ur, Chilean Army. >larch 1941 to October 1943. Lieutenant Colonel Vladimir Cinslr.. . Czeehnslovnkinn Amw. 1 October 1943 to 1 February 1943. Brigadier A. James Creighlon, Canadian Infanlry Corps. 21 May to Sep tember 1345. Colonel Angel Vagmro Dnvila, Ecoadomn Army. March to September 1945. Brigadier E. W. C. Pkoell, British Army. March ta Nay 1945. Lielltenant Colonel Iloward Keith Hogon, British Army. January to July . . 1944. Colonel a. V. Eeriz-Smith, British Amy. October 1943 ta 31 ;y 1915. Colonel Juan Jones-Parva, Vcnezueian Army. June 1940 to Jannnry l'J40. Lieutenant Colonel Maurice J. R. Labedie, French Colooial Army. June 1944 to May 194.5. Lientenant Colonel John 8. Mac~Muller,Uritislr -4rmy. Octobe~1944 to September 1945. Colonel his Senti%iago, Paraguayan Army. Febmary 1943 to Fcbruary 1946. Lieutenant Colonel L. J, A. Bclioonenbel-g, Royal Netherlands Army. 1 October 1943 to 1 February 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Emil St?-ankmsller, Czechoslovakian Army. 1 October 1943 to 1 February 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Charles 8.J. R. Van Houten, Royal Netherlands Army. 1 October Is43 to 1 Scptemlrer 1944. 3. By direction of the President, under thc prorisions of the act of Congress approred 20 Julp 1942 (sec. 111, IT'D Bul. 40, 1942) and Eaeeurivc Order 9260, AGO 31735 29 October 1942, (sec. I, WD Bul. W, 1942), the Legion of Merit, in the Degree Of Legionnaire, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of ont- standing services during the lleriorls indicated was awarded by the War Dewrt- ment to the following-named onieers: Flight OfBcer Castance Babington-Smith, Woman's Auxiliary Air Force (British). January 1Q43 to April 1945. Captain (Doctor) n. Speyer, Royal Netherlands Army. 1 October 1943 to 1 October 1944. V..LEGION OF MERIT (OAK-LEAF CLUSTER).-1. By direction of the President, in addition ta the Legion of Merit awarded to Colonel DeVere P. Armtrono, as published in General Orders I%, European Theater, 3 June 1945, a bronze Onk-Leaf Cluster for exceptionnlly meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services during- the oeriod indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (sec. 111, WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order 9260, 29 October 1'342 (see. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). l'he citation is as follows: Colonel DeVere P. Armstrong, 017533 (then lieutenant calooel) (General Staff Corps), Field Artillery, United States Amy. July 1942 to January 1944. 2. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded by the War Department to Brigxlier General Philip O. Bruton, as published in WD General Orders 33, 1943, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionnlly meritorious conduet in the performance of outstanding services during the period indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (see. 111, WD Bnl. 40, 1942) and ~xeeutir7eOrder 92G0, 29 October 1942 (sec. I, WD Bul. 54, 1942). The citation is ns follows: Brigadier General Pkilip G. Bmlon, 09876, United States Amy. April to Se~tember1945. 3. By direction of rhc President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded by the War Derrartment to Colonel WGliam E. Carventer.. as -nublished in WD General Orders 86, 1945, a Iron~eOnk-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the pcrformnnce of oulstnflding srrrices during the wriod indicated was awarded to him by the War Department under the piovisiins of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1W (sec. 111. WD Bul. 40, 1942) and Executive Order '3200,29 Oetobcr 1942 (sec. I, 7VD BUI. 54 1942). The citation is as follows: Colonel Willim E. Carpenter, 0175599, General Staff Corps, Army of the United States. July 1943 to January 1946. 4. By direction of the President, in addition to the Legion of Merit awarded by the War Department to Brigadirr General Guy B. Drm,as published in U'D Gene~alOrders 16, l0E, a bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the perfurnlanee of outstanding services during thc period indicated was awarded to him tw the War Dennrtment under the orovisions of the act of Congress approved 20 July 1942 (scc. 111, WD Bnl. 40, 3942) and Bxecu- tive Order 92G0, 29 October 1942 (see. I. WD Eul. 54, 1912). The citation is as f0ll0,TS : Brigadier General (fuu 8.Drewry, 040j0, United States Amy. July 1M2 to July 1946. 5. By di?rrtion of the Pl.esident, in addilian to the Legion of merit awarded by the mar Dcparlrnent to Colonel Snryenf P. Buff, as publisl~edin WD General