Regiment

* Interesting Notes:

Corporal Eldon R. Brown earned the Bronze Star with "V" device twice in Korea

Corporal Frederick E. Bolden also earned the Bronze Star with "V" twice in Korea

Sergeant Earl L. Burrow is a double recipient of the Bronze Star with "V" device

Corporal Benjamin Bell also earned the Silver Star in Korea

* Denotes Posthumous Award

BACON, ROBERT N.
Private, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal, with letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Private Robert N. Bacon, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 2 September 1950 at Am-Sin, Korea. On the 2nd of September 1950, the company to which he was attached as medical aid-man was withdrawing to new defensive positions. Noticing a wounded soldier who was lying exposed to the intense enemy fire, he remained behind, and with complete disregard for his own personal safety, attempted to administer first aid to the wounded man. Only when it became obvious that the task was hopeless, did he withdraw to the company’s new positions. The heroism displayed by Private Bacon on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 58, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 26 September 1950
Home of Record: Ohio

BAKER, HAROLD E.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Harold E. Baker, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. Sergeant Baker was among the medical personnel traveling in a convoy attempting to break through an enemy roadblock approximately five miles long. The roadblock was firmly established and covered by heavy hostile small arms and mortar fire from a well-entrenched enemy commanding the surrounding high ground. Elements preceding this convoy through the roadblock had left many dead and wounded along the road and in the ditches. When the convoy was forced to halt, Sergeant Baker administered drugs, applied treatment to stop bleeding, bandaged wounds, and helped place the wounded on undamaged vehicles. During this action he exposed himself to intense enemy fire. The courageous action and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Pierce reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 137, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 7 June 1951
Home of Record: Arkansas

BALCOM, HARLEY L.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 8 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Harley L. Balcom, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 8 September 1950 in the vicinity of Changnyong, Korea. On this date he was attached to a heavy weapons company as an aid man. During the early evening hours the company came under a heavy concentration of enemy mortar and artillery fire. Although painfully wounded in the face and mouth, he refused evacuation, and continued to administer first aid to the wounded members of the company, often moving across exposed and fire-swept areas while searching for the wounded. By his total disregard for his own personal safety, and his devotion to duty, he materially aided in the saving of many lives of his wounded comrades. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Balcom on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General order number 87, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 5 November 1950
Home of Record: Michigan

BALDWIN, JOHN V.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 29 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Private First Class John V. Baldwin, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 29 May 1951 in the vicinity of Inje, Korea. On that date he was a medical aid man attached to an infantry company which had the mission of attacking a vital sector of enemy held high ground overlooking the main supply route. As the unit advanced toward its objective, it was subjected to intense enemy small arms and hand grenade fire which wounded six of its members. With complete disregard for his personal safety, Private Baldwin advanced under the enemy fire and administered first aid to his fallen comrades. He remained exposed to the enemy fire until all of the wounded had been treated and safely evacuated. The heroic conduct of Private Baldwin reflects great credit upon himself and upon the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 190, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 June 1951
Home of Record: Maryland

BARRATT, GUY JR.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Guy Barratt Jr., Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 10 August 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. On that date the installations of his unit, located in the village of Yongsan, were under intense enemy artillery and mortar fire. During the attack he assisted, with complete disregard for personal safety, in evacuating casualties from the front lines and from buildings which were subjected to the enemy shelling. With tireless efforts he assisted in giving medical care, encouragement and comfort to approximately 20 casualties who were brought into the area while the regimental collecting station was in the process of moving to a new location. During the fierce enemy bombardment he and three comrades succeeded in evacuating all wounded from the area without the loss of a single life. The heroism and devotion to his wounded comrades displayed on this occasion by Corporal Barratt reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 43, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 February 1951
Home of Record: Unknown

BARTLEY, ROBERT G.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 October 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Robert G. Bartley, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 9 October 1951, in the vicinity of Saegonbae, Korea. On this date Corporal Bartley, a medical aidman, was assigned to a friendly unit which had the mission of clearing a pass through a narrow defile. As the unit entered the defile, it was suddenly subjected to intense hostile artillery and mortar fire, wounding the platoon leader and his assistant. Corporal Bartley, with complete disregard for his own safety, went to the aid of the fallen men. With amazing rapidity, he organized a litter team to evacuate the wounded men from their exposed position. Although the officer died of his wounds before he could be evacuated, prompt action on the part of Corporal Bartley enabled the other man to be evacuated to safety. The outstanding devotion to duty and comrades displayed by Corporal Bartley on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 735, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 November 1951
Home of Record: Wyoming

BEACHMAN, THOMAS L. (also spelled Beachmen)
Corporal, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division
Date of Action: 24 July 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Thomas L. Beachman, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, displayed heroism in action against the enemy at Yondong, Korea, 24 July 1950. Company H, 5th Cavalry Regiment, was assigned the mission of delaying the advancing enemy who were delivering heavy artillery fire against the company position. Corporal Beachman, attached as aid man to Company H, immediately crawled into the area receiving enemy shell fire and administered medical attention to the wounded. By his disregard for personal safety and his prompt medical attention to the wounded, Corporal Beachman aided materially in saving the lives of his comrades. Corporal Beachman’s heroic actions reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 93, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 19 September 1950
Home of Record: Ohio

BEGINSKI, ALBERT J.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division
Date of Action: 21 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Private First Class Albert J. Beginski, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action against the enemy near Shindo, Korea on 21 September 1950. Private Beginski was attached to the 81mm mortar platoon of Company M which had the mission of delivering supporting fire on the enemy while the rifle companies were advancing towards the Naktong River. Since the enemy occupied the high ground overlooking the company’s position they were able to direct severe mortar, artillery and small arms fire on the company. During the course of this action, Private Beginski exposed himself continually to the enemy fire to deliver medical aid to the wounded. Without hesitation and with complete disregard for his own safety, Private Beginski personally carried six seriously wounded men to the battalion aid station. His coolness under fire and devotion to duty in providing medical aid in the heat of battle was an inspiration to his companions and resulted in the saving of the lives of the seriously wounded. Private Beginski’s heroism reflects great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order 183, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 1950
Home of Record: New York

BELL, BENJAMIN H.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 1st Cavalry Division Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division
Date of Action: 27 July 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Benjamin H. Bell, (then Private), Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 1st Cavalry Division Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action against the enemy on 27 July 1950 near Kwanop-yong-i, Korea. When the battery to which Corporal Bell was attached as medical aid man came under heavy enemy artillery fire, causing many casualties, Corporal Bell moved from position to position through the intense enemy shelling to aid the wounded and assist in their evacuation. Due to his extreme devotion to duty and selfless courage in disregarding his own personal safety in order to render prompt and efficient medical aid, the wounded men’s chances of recovery were immeasurably increased.. Corporal Bell’s heroism and exemplary conduct reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order 155, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 15 November 1950
Home of Record: Louisiana

BELL, KENNETH
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Kenneth Bell, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 19 May 1951, in the vicinity of Hangye, Korea. Corporal Bell was serving with Company C, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, which had the mission of laying mines and barbed wire in front of prepared field fortifications. Enemy forces were observing this work from high ridges across a valley to the unit’s front. Four men working on the detail were wounded when one of them stepped on a trip wire and set off a booby trap. Immediately Corporal Bell went to the aid of the wounded men. Disregarding his own safety and heedless of any other booby traps and mines, he treated the wounded and then after a path was cleared, assisted in evacuating the men to safety. The unhesitating courage and bravery displayed by Corporal Bell reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 203, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 19 June 1951
Home of Record: Tennessee

BERRY, CLEO E.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 to 17 February 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Cleo E. Berry, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 13 to 17 February 1951 near Chipyong-ni, Korea. During that period he was attached to the 2d Battalion, 23d Infantry, when that unit was surrounded by an enemy force. The battalion aid station was under continuous enemy mortar, artillery, and automatic weapons fire and Sergeant Berry exposed himself constantly to heavy fire in administering aid to the wounded. Evacuation throughout the action was impossible, due to the entire regiment being surrounded. His tireless efforts and utter disregard for his personal safety contributed greatly to the fact that when evacuation became possible, all the wounded were evacuated in good condition. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Berry reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 67, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 26 March 1951
Home of Record: Illinois

BIGGS, HAROLD J.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 26 November 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Harold J. Biggs, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement 26 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. On that date his small medical detachment, which was attached to a field artillery battalion, became the only aid station in that area that was not overrun by the enemy. Sergeant Biggs rendered medical treatment to all wounded personnel despite the heavy enemy fire and refused to move his aid station when the battalion withdrew to new positions. He calmly remained at his post and continued to administer to the wounded until enough trucks returned to evacuate all his patients to the rear. The heroic and inspiring actions of Sergeant Biggs reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 73, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 3 April 1951
Home of Record: New York

BISACCIA, LEONARD J.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 4 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Major Leonard J. Bisaccia, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 4 September 1950 near Changnyong, Korea. On the afternoon of this date he was directing the movement of a convoy of medical vehicles down a dry river bed, when the convoy came under direct fire from enemy self-propelled artillery. He immediately dismounted from the lead vehicle and, in spite of the heavy enemy artillery fire in his vicinity, directed the treatment of wounded men, and supervised their evacuation. After he reorganized the convoy and led it to an area where he established a Regimental Collecting Station. Although all of this action was performed under heavy enemy artillery fire, he disregarded his own safety and established the collecting station with speed and efficiency. The heroism displayed by Major Bisaccia on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: General order number 90, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 November 1950
Home of Record: Connecticut

*BITTELL, GORDON R.
Private, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Private Gordon R. Bittell, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 9 August 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. On the night of 9 August 1950, the enemy made a determined attack to regain positions which had been previously lost to him. In the face of intense enemy machine gun and small arms fire, Private Bittell with complete disregard for his own personal safety moved over exposed, rugged and mountainous terrain, assisting in the recovery and evacuation of the wounded. His untiring efforts and courageous action resulted in the saving of many lives. Private Bittell’s conduct on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and is in keeping with the high traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 77, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 24 October 1950
Home of Record: Michigan

BITTLE, GLENN
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 July 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Glenn Bittle, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 18 July 1951 in the vicinity of Yangji, Korea. When a call was received at the Battalion Aid Station that a man had been seriously wounded in Battery B area, Corporal Bittle, volunteered to accompany the Medical Officer and another enlisted man into the area which was under heavy enemy fire. He assisted in rendering first aid and evacuating the wounded man to the battalion aid station. During the entire period there was intense enemy artillery fire landing in close proximity to the ambulance and in the area where the wounded man was first treated. Corporal Bittle’s heroic action on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 501, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 3 September 1951
Home of Record: Colorado

BLACKWELL, WILLIAM H.
Master Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 – 17 February 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Master Sergeant William H. Blackwell, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 13 – 17 February 1951 near Chipyong-ni, Korea. During that period he was the platoon sergeant of a medical unit attached to a battalion aid station. Although the unit was completely surrounded and subjected to heavy enemy mortar and artillery fire, Sergeant Blackwell constantly exposed himself to the hostile fire in order to give aid to the wounded. While performing this task, he was hit by mortar fragments, but disregarded his wound in order to aid and reassure the other men. His heroic performance was undoubtedly responsible for saving many lives and served as an inspiration to all who witnessed it. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Blackwell reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 92, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1 May 1951
Home of Record: California

BLOOD, GAIL H.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
First Mobile Army Surgical Hospital
Date of Action: 9 October 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Gail H. Blood, Army Medical Service, United States Army, while a member of the First Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. On 9 October 1950, the convoy, in which the 1st Mobile Army Surgical Hospital was a part, was ambushed on the Inchon-Waegwan highway in the vicinity of Mung’Yong, Korea, destroying four vehicles and causing a number of casualties. When a request for volunteers was called in order to evacuate survivors from the most forward of the vehicles, Sergeant Blood, although realizing that the only approach to the wounded was under direct observation and machine gun fire of the enemy, proceeded without hesitation to the point of attack. With complete disregard for his personal safety, Sergeant Blood penetrated the enemy territory for a distance of over 1000 yards in the face of continuous machine gun and small arms fire and successfully evacuated the wounded survivors to safety and medical care. His gallant actions, without regard for his own personal safety in the face of great danger, reflect great credit upon himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 42, Headquarters, Tenth Corps, 8 March 1951
Home of Record: Washington

BOE, ARLIE D.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 5 September 1950 to 11 September 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Arlie D. Boe, (then Corporal), Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 5 September 1950 to 11 September 1950 near Mosan-ni, Korea. During that period he was a litter bearer attached to a forward collecting station. On many occasions he exposed himself to intense enemy fire, with utter disregard for his personal safety, to administer first aid to the wounded and assist in evacuating them to the aid station. In order to relieve regularly assigned drivers, he voluntarily drove litter jeeps through intense enemy machine gun fire to evacuate wounded from front line positions. His fearless conduct under fire was responsible for saving many lives and was an inspiration to those who witnessed his actions. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Boe on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 36, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 10 February 1951
Home of Record: Minnesota

BOLDEN, FREDERICK E. (First Award)
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Frederick E. Bolden, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement. Corporal Bolden’s courageous and selfless actions were a great inspiration to all witnessing his deed. The heroism in action and disregard for his own safety displayed by Corporal Bolden upholds the highest traditions of military service.
General Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, unknown
Home of Record: California

BOLDEN, FREDERICK E. (Second Award)
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 March 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal (First Oak-Leaf Cluster) with letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Frederick E. Bolden, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 30th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 7 March 1952 in the vicinity of Sanggasan, Korea. On that date, Corporal Bolden, was a member of a patrol sent out to destroy enemy bunkers. The enemy observed the patrol and caught them in a heavy cross fire wounding one man. Corporal Bolden volunteered to go to the wounded man’s aid despite the deadly blaze of enemy small arms and grenade fire. Completely disregarding the perils to his own life he ran to the wounded man and carried him through the fire swept area to a place of safety. Corporal Bolden’s courageous and selfless action saved the life of a man who might otherwise have died on the battlefield, and was a great inspiration to all witnessing his deed. The heroism in action and disregard for his own safety displayed by Corporal Bolden will live forever in the hearts of his comrades.
General Orders: General Order number 265, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 6 July 1952
Home of Record: California

*BOLINGER, ROSS L. JR.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 20 July 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded posthumously to Corporal Ross L. Bolinger Jr., Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 20 July 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On that date, Corporal Bolinger was serving as a medical aid man at a forward aid station during the bitter struggle for Hill 266, commonly known as “OLD BALDY”. When the enemy unleashed a heavy volume of artillery and mortar fire inflicting many casualties upon the friendly unit, a call was received at the forward aid station for a personnel carrier to pick up two wounded men. With communications cut, Corporal Bolinger, with complete disregard for personal safety, volunteered to cross the fire swept area to notify the driver. Without hesitation, Corporal Bolinger moved out across the area, and successfully delivered the message. Upon returning to his position at the aid station, he was hit and instantly killed from fragments of an enemy round. Through his courageous selfless act, two lives were saved. The heroic actions of Corporal Bolinger reflect the highest credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 359, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 7 October 1952
Home of Record: California

BRADLEY, JOHN J.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 16 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Private First Class John J. Bradley, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 16 May 1951, in the vicinity of Saorano-chi, Korea. Private Bradley was a member of a forward aid station with a battalion outpost which was under heavy enemy attacks. The entire area was under intense mortar, automatic weapons and small arms fire. Private Bradley repeatedly left his place of comparative safety to administer first aid to wounded comrades, courageously remaining at his post until the battalion outpost was ordered to withdraw, thus contributing to the safe removal of a large number of wounded. The heroism displayed by Private Bradley reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 216, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 24 June 1951
Home of Record: California

BRAILSFORD, LAWRENCE E.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery
Date of Action: 30 November 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Lawrence E. Brailsford, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. Corporal Brailsford was a member of a motorized column which was attempting to penetrate an enemy roadblock. The column was subjected to intense hostile mortar, automatic weapons and small arms fire and, as a result of this enemy fire, was forced to halt several times. On these occasions Corporal Brailsford left his vehicle and, disregarding the enemy fire raking the road rendered first aid to his wounded comrades and assisted in their evacuation to safety by placing them on the first available vehicle of the column. Although he was slightly wounded during the action, he continued his efforts to render medical treatment to the wounded and undoubtedly saved the lives of several soldiers. The heroism and devotion to his wounded comrades displayed by Corporal Brailsford reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 62, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 March 1951
Home of Record: Utah

BROCKMAN, WILLIAM I.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 and 14 August 1952
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Private First Class William I. Brockman, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 13 and 14 August 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, Korea. At that time, Private Brockman was attached to Company “C”, which was on a combat patrol. Numerous friendly casualties were sustained when the first line was halted by a heavy volume of artillery and mortar fire. Without hesitation, Private Brockman took charge of the wounded. He ably administered first aid and was instrumental in their successful evacuation to safety and proper medical attention. With utter disregard for personal safety, he returned to the hill several times to aid his comrades. Although under continuous enemy fire, he remained on the hill until every casualty was evacuated to safety. Private Brockman’s heroism in action reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 331, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 23 September 1952
Home of Record: California

BROOKS, JOHN R.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 23 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal John R. Brooks, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 23 May 1951, in the vicinity of Jabae-jae, Korea. Corporal Brooks, an aidman attached to Company G, was with the forward elements of a rifle platoon. During the advance, the platoon came under intense small arms and automatic weapons fire from well entrenched enemy positions. Courageously participating in the firefight, corporal Brooks held his position and silenced an enemy machine gun. Although ordered to withdraw, he again moved forward with the leading elements, constantly exposing himself to the enemy fire. His accurate and rapid fire enabled his comrades to maneuver to a better firing position from where they could then advance to the objective. The heroism displayed by Corporal Brooks reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 292, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 13 July 1951
Home of Record: Washington

BROWN, ELDON R. (First Award)
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1950
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Eldon R. Brown, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement 1950 in Korea. The heroism and devotion to his wounded comrades displayed on this occasion by Corporal Brown reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1951
Home of Record: Virginia

BROWN, ELDON R. (Second Award)
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the First Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster to the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Corporal Eldon R. Brown, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 10 August 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. On that date the installations of his unit, located in the village of Yongsan, were under intense enemy artillery and mortar fire. During the attack he assisted, with complete disregard for personal safety, in evacuating casualties from the front lines and from buildings which were subjected to the enemy shelling. With tireless efforts he assisted in giving medical care, encouragement and comfort to approximately 20 casualties who were brought into the area while the regimental collecting station was in the process of moving to a new location. During the fierce enemy bombardment he and three comrades succeeded in evacuating all wounded from the area without the loss of a single life. The heroism and devotion to his wounded comrades displayed on this occasion by Corporal Brown reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 43, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 February 1951
Home of Record: Virginia

BROWN, NORVAL L.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division
Date of Action: 12 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Sergeant Norval L. Brown, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action against the enemy on 12 August 1950 near Chin-Ju, Korea. During the course of a heavy enemy attack on the Naktong River near Chin-Ju, the 7th Cavalry Regiment suffered numerous casualties from intense hostile artillery fire. Many of the wounded needed immediate evacuation for medical attention. Sergeant Brown, disregarding his own safety, drove a litter bearing one quarter ton vehicle back from the front lines over a road, half a mile of which was open terrain subjected to constant heavy enemy shell fire, to the rear area. Although two vehicles were disabled by direct hits, he continued driving through the shellfire until the evacuation of 60 casualties was completed. Sergeant Brown’s heroic actions saved the lives of many wounded and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 106, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 25 September 1950
Home of Record: Missouri

BUNDERMAN, CLARENCE C.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
2d Medical Battalion, (attached to Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment), 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 and 3 October 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Private First Class Clarence C. Bunderman, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of 2d Medical Battalion (attached to Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment), 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 2 and 3 October 1951 in the vicinity of Yanggu, Korea. On these dates a carrying party, bringing supplies and ammunition to forward troops, was ambushed and forced to abandon the equipment. Private Bunderman, engaged in the evacuation of wounded under enemy fire, volunteered to assist in recovering the equipment and the body of a fallen comrade. Advancing several hundred yards in front of friendly lines, the party reached its destination, only to be ambushed and forced to return empty handed. The following day, Private Bunderman made another attempt to reach the body and succeeded in returning it to friendly lines. The courage and devotion to duty displayed by Private Bunderman reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 699, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 10 November 1951
Home of Record: Georgia

BURKE, ROBERT G.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Robert G. Burke, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. While the battery, to which he was attached as aidman, was under intense small arms fire, Corporal Burke left his position of cover to direct stretcher bearers to the wounded. He personally carried out a wounded soldier. Still subjecting himself to intense enemy fire, Corporal Burke went to the nearby batteries and collected all available stretchers. Returning to the wounded, he continued to administer first aid and was one of the last men to leave the battery position. The heroic action and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Corporal Burke reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 128, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1 June 1951
Home of Record: Massachusetts

BURRELL, ARTHUR P.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 May 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Arthur P. Burrell, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 18 May 1951 in the vicinity of Kunmul-gol, Korea. On that date Sergeant Burrell was attached to a heavy weapons company engaged in a stubborn defense against hostile attacks. Though ordered to withdraw from his position in the course of this action, he courageously remained to give medical aid to a seriously wounded comrade. Sergeant Burrell stayed by the wounded man’s side until the man died, attempting to the last to give aid to him. In so doing, Sergeant Burrell exposed himself to enemy fire and after the man died had to pass through a friendly artillery barrage in order to join his unit. In refusing to leave the wounded man as long as he was alive, Sergeant Burrell exhibited selfless devotion to duty and utter disregard for his personal safety. The heroism and devotion to his fallen comrade displayed by Sergeant Burrell reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 174, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 16 June 1951
Home of Record: Arizona

BURROW, EARL L. (First Award)
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal, with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Earl L. Burrow, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement in Korea. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Burrow reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, unknown
Home of Record: Arizona

BURROW, EARL L. (Second Award)
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 12 August 1950
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal (First Oak Leaf Cluster) with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Earl L. Burrow, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 12 August 1950 in the vicinity of Kang-Ni, Korea. On this date, a Battalion Aid Station was subjected to heavy enemy artillery fire. Sergeant Burrow aided in evacuating the wounded patients to a place of safety, moving through continuous artillery fire in order to accomplish this mission. He then returned to the building which housed the aid station to remove critically needed equipment and medical supplies. Discovering three men, who had been wounded by the artillery barrage, still in the building, he immediately carried out two of the patients and commenced to administer plasma to the third. Although enemy artillery continued to fall on and around the building during the treatment of his last patient, causing glass and debris to fall about, Sergeant Burrow refused to leave the wounded man. Only when the treatment was concluded and the patient could be moved without subjecting him to shock did he leave the building with his patient. His courageous and outstanding devotion to duty saved the lives of several patients, and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 76, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 22 October 1950
Home of Record: Arizona

BURTON, JAMES E.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 August 1951
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal James E. Burton, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, (then assigned to Company D), 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 27 August 1951 in the vicinity of Yanggu, Korea. On this date, the 75mm recoilless rifle platoon of Company D was attacked by a numerically superior enemy force, inflicting numerous friendly casualties. Corporal Burton, a medical aid man, unhesitatingly administered aid to the wounded men, constantly exposing himself to heavy concentration of enemy machine gun and sniper fire. Under the expert guidance of Corporal Burton, each man was quickly and safely evacuated to a position of safety, where adequate medical attention was rendered. His courageous act undoubtedly saved the lives of many of his comrades. The outstanding devotion to duty and comrades displayed by Corporal Burton reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 603, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 14 October 1951
Home of Record: Delaware