Bronze Star with "V" Device > Korea
* Interesting Notes:
Corporal Eugene Hermanski also earned the Silver Star in addition to his Bronze Star with "V" device
First Lieutenant Frederick W. Harkins, Medical Service Corps, earned the Bronze Star with "V" device twice in Korea.
Private First Class James C. Hays was awarded the Bronze Star with "V" device twice while in Korea.
Sergeant George M. Holbrooks is a double recipient of the Bronze Star with "V" device.
First Lieuteant Gabriel E. Hargroder Jr., Medical Service Corps, unhesitatingly plunged into the raging current of a rapidly rising river while under enemy fire, to treat a wounded Soldier in dire need of blood plasma and other medical attention.
* Denotes Posthumous Award
HALES, CHARLES W.
Sergeant, 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 Sergeant Charles W. Hales, 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, Sergeant Hales, volunteered to accompany the Medical Officer and another enlisted man into the area though it was under heavy enemy fire. He assisted in administering first aid to the wounded man and drove the ambulance out of the area. During the entire period there was intense enemy artillery fire landing near the ambulance, and in the area where the wounded man was being treated. Sergeant Hales’ heroism 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: North Carolina
HALL, KENNETH E.
Master Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 16 - 17 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 Master Sergeant Kenneth E. Hall, 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 and 17 May 1951, in the vicinity of Pungchon-ni, Korea. Sergeant Hall was a member of an aid station supporting his battalion then under heavy enemy attack. During the period enemy artillery fire forced the withdrawal of the aid station to the rear. Sergeant Hall, with complete disregard for his personal safety, voluntarily remained in position, treating wounded, operating an ambulance relay point, servicing the forward aid station and evacuating wounded to the rear. He remained until joined by his own forward elements during the withdrawal on the following morning. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Hall reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 217, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 24 June 1951
Home of Record: South Carolina
HANEY, CRAWFORD
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 23 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 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 Crawford Haney, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 23 August 1950 in the vicinity of Soi-Ri, Korea. On the morning of 23 August 1950, corporal Haney was attached to the third platoon of Company F, 23d Infantry, as a medical aid man. Company F was assigned the mission of attacking and taking the high ground at Soi-Ri, about ten miles north of Taegu. By 1300 hours, the third platoon was in line covering the advance of the second platoon against intense small arms and automatic weapons fire. As the action continued, Corporal Haney observed that a squad leader of the second platoon was wounded and lying in an exposed position. Seeing that the wounded man was unattended, he went forward despite the intense enemy fire, and administered first aid to the wounded man, stopped the flow of blood, and thereby saved his life. The action was performed by Corporal Haney voluntarily and with complete disregard for his own personal safety. The heroic action and devotion to a fallen comrade displayed by Corporal Haney on this occasion are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 66, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 16 October 1950
Home of Record: Washington
HANSEN, HERMAN R.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1 September 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 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 Captain Herman R. Hansen, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 1 September to 11 September 1950 in the vicinity of Mosan-Ni, Korea. During this period Captain Hansen was in charge of a medical unit which had the mission of treating and evacuating the wounded of an infantry regiment. In performing that mission, Captain Hansen was under repeated heavy enemy artillery, mortar, and small arms fire. With a complete indifference for his own personal safety he treated and supervised the treatment of the wounded long hours without sleep and rest and the dangerous enemy fire. The courage and selfless devotion to duty manifested by Captain Hanson during this period were inspiring to his comrades and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 73, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 19 October 1950
Home of Record: North Dakota
HANSON, WILLIAM A.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 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 Corporal William A. Hanson, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 7 September 1950 to 11 September 1950 near Mosan-ni, Korea. During that period he was an assistant litter jeep driver attached to a battalion aid station. On many occasions he relieved other drivers and drove through intense enemy machine gun fire in order to evacuate wounded men from front line positions. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he exposed himself to intense enemy fire to administer first aid to the wounded and assist in evacuating them to the aid station. His fearless conduct under fire was responsible for saving several lives and was an inspiration to those who witnessed his acts. The heroism displayed by Corporal Hanson 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: Texas
HARDIN, DEAN G.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 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 Dean G. Hardin, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 27 September 1950 near Anui, Korea. On that date he was a medical aid man attached to a heavy mortar company. Several men in the company were wounded in the course of an intense enemy mortar and artillery barrage. Sergeant Hardin immediately, and without regard for his personal safety, ran out into the enemy fire to treat and evacuate the wounded men. Later in the day he again exposed himself to heavy hostile fire in order to act as ammunition bearer and gunner for the depleted mortar squads. His courage was instrumental in saving several lives and was an inspiratin to those who witnessed his acts. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Hardin on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 37, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 11 February 1951
Home of Record: North Carolina
HARDIN, KERMIT M.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 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 the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Kermit M. Hardin, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 7 September 1950 to 11 September 1950 in the vicinity of Mosan-ni, Korea. During this period Corporal Hardin had the assignment of evacuating casualties from the battalion front line to the battalion aid station. The area in which his duties were performed was under extremely heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire during this entire period, and evacuation of casualties was carried on under most difficult conditions. In spite of the great risk involved to his own life, he was at all times ready and willing to go forward to the aid of the wounded, with no thought of his own safety. His courageous and untiring efforts under heavy enemy fire were a source of inspiration to all members of his unit and were instrumental in saving many lives. The heroic actions of Corporal Hardin reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 8, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 9 January 1951
Home of Record: Oklahoma
HARGRODER, GABRIEL E. JR.
First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 31 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 to First Lieutenant, (then Second Lieutenant), Gabriel E. Hargroder Jr., Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, ( then attached to the 9th Infantry Regiment), 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 31 July 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On that date a critically wounded soldier in dire need of blood plasma and other medical attention was situated across a rapidly rising river. Lieutenant Hargroder, Platoon Leader of the 1st Battalion Medical Platoon, with disregard for his own safety, unhesitatingly plunged into the raging current with medical supplies and swam more than 100 yards through floating debris to reach the wounded man. In the midst of a murderous artillery and heavy mortar barrage, Lieutenant Hargroder accomplished his deeds of mercy and then arranged the evacuation of the wounded man. The bravery and courage shown by Lieutenant Hargroder unquestionably saved the life of the wounded soldier. The exceptional courage and daring displayed by Lieutenant Hargroder reflect great credit upon himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 476, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 5 December 1952
Home of Record: Louisiana
HARKINS, CHARLES T.
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 Charles T. Harkins, (then Corporal), 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 Harkins 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 Harkins 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 Harkins 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: Pennsylvania
HARKINS, FREDERICK W. (First Award)
First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d 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 First Lieutenant Frederick W. Harkins, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement in Korea. The heroic actions of Lieutenant Harkins on this occasion reflect great credit up0on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, date unknown
Home of Record: Alabama
HARKINS, FREDERICK W. (Second Award)
First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d 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, First Bronze 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 First Lieutenant Frederick W. Harkins, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 5 September 1950 to 11 September 1950 near Mosanni, Korea. During this six day period he was a platoon leader of an ambulance platoon and supervised the evacuation of the wounded from two infantry battalions. The area for which he was responsible was under concentrated artillery and mortar fire which made the operations of the ambulance platoon extremely hazardous. With the treatment and evacuation of the wounded necessarily being carried on under this heavy fire, Lieutenant Harkins maintained a confident attitude and calm cheerfulness which were an inspiration to all of the men working with him. By his efficient leadership under fire, he was instrumental in evacuating all of his patients without any of the suffering further injury, even though it was regularly necessary to use cargo vehicles instead of ambulances for this purpose. By his coordinating activities and unfailing coolness under difficult conditions, he was unquestionably responsible for saving many lives and carried his mission through to a successful conclusion. The heroic actions of Lieutenant Harkins on this occasion reflect great credit up0on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General order number 90, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 November 1950
Home of Record: Alabama
HARRAH, JAMES T.
Sergeant First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 14 – 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 Sergeant First Class (then Sergeant) James T. Harrah, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 14 – 17 February 1951 in the vicinity of Chipyong-ni, Korea. During that period he was attached as an aid man to a rifle battalion which was completely surrounded by a large enemy force. Although the aid station was exposed to enemy mortar and artillery fire, he continued to provide first aid to the wounded. When one of the platoon sergeants was wounded and evacuated, he immediately assumed the duties of platoon sergeant and performed them in a most exemplary manner. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Harrah during this period reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 83, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 17 April 1951
Home of Record: Texas
HARRIS, ROY L.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 June 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 Roy L. Harris, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 2 June 1951, in the vicinity of Inje, Korea. On that day he was attached as Chief Litter Bearer to a friendly unit attacking enemy positions on Hill 568. The intense enemy fire resulted in several casualties. Corporal Harris, with complete disregard for personal danger and thinking only of the wounded men, fearlessly exposed himself to the hostile fire to evacuate the wounded. During this action Corporal Harris noticed that the aidman of the friendly unit greatly needed assistance. Again he exposed himself to the intense enemy fire and gave assistance to the aidman in treating and evacuating the wounded. Corporal Harris’ heroism reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 241, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 29 June 1951
Home of Record: North Carolina
HARRY, GEORGE M.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 24 June 1953
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 Sergeant George M. Harry, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 24 June 1953 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On that date, Sergeant Harry was serving as Medical Aidman in the 3d Battalion Aid Station. At approximately 1620 hours, the enemy forces laid down a devastating artillery barrage on friendly tank positions, which destroyed a tank bunker and disabled a tank. Sergeant Harry, together with another aid man, realizing that there were wounded men in the area, completely disregarded his personal safety and crossed the impact area to evacuate the friendly casualties. Although enemy shelling of the area was intensified, Sergeant Harry unhesitatingly continued to aid his wounded comrades. By exposing himself to the deadly concentration of fire, and by carrying the friendly casualties to the aid station, he undoubtedly saved many lives and greatly facilitated immediate medical attention for them. The heroism in action displayed by Sergeant Harry reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 307, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 8 August 1953
Home of Record: West Virginia
HAWLEY, CLIFFORD E.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 September1950
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 Clifford E. Hawley, (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 on 19 September 1950 near Changnyong, Korea. The rifle company to which he was attached as a medical aid man was advancing across open terrain when the enemy suddenly subjected its exposed elements to intense automatic weapons fire. Several members of the lead platoon fell seriously wounded and were lying exposed to the continuing hostile fire. Sergeant Hawley, displaying complete indifference for his personal safety, dashed fearlessly forward into the fire-swept terrain. Arriving at the side of his wounded comrades he moved them to a position from which they could be treated and evacuated. His brave and selfless action resulted in saving the lives of several of the seriously wounded soldiers. His heroism under fire reflects great credit upon himself, the Medical Service Corps, and the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 44, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 19 February 1951
Home of Record: West Virginia
HAY, VICTOR
Corporal, 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 Corporal Victor Hay, 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. Our forces were engaged in fighting with the enemy and casualties were heavy from intense enemy artillery fire. Many of the wounded needed immediate evacuation for medical attention which was an extremely dangerous task due to the heavy enemy fire. Corporal Hay, with total disregard for personal safety, voluntarily assisted in moving the wounded men on litters to one quarter ton vehicles waiting to carry them to medical stations. Although moving under intense enemy fire, Corporal Ingle continued evacuating the wounded for approximately four hours. His courageous actions reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order 112, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 29 September 1950
Home of Record: Pennsylvania
HAYS, JAMES C. (First Award)
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 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 James C. Hays, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 11 May 1951 in the vicinity of P’yongch-on-ni, Korea. On that date he was a medical aid man attached to a rifle company which was attacking enemy positions on Hill 663, a key enemy stronghold. As the company neared the crest of the hill, the enemy delivered such a devastating volume of mortar and automatic weapons fire that the company was forced to withdraw, leaving several wounded men behind. The enemy immediately concentrated their fire upon the wounded men. Private Hays, without hesitation, dashed forward in the face of the intense enemy fire, rendered first aid to the wounded and assisted in carrying them to a defilade position. The courageous actions and selfless devotion to his comrades displayed by Private Hays reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 158, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 15 June 1951
Home of Record: Alabama
HAYS, JAMES C. (Second Award)
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 June 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 (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 Private First Class James C. Hays, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 2 June 1951 in the vicinity of Inje, Korea. On that date he was attached as a medical aidman to a rifle company attacking enemy positions on Hill 568. Several casualties resulted from the intense enemy fire. Private Hays, with complete disregard for personal safety, completely exposed himself to the enemy artillery, mortar and small arms fire to treat and evacuated the wounded. One wounded comrade lay far ahead of friendly lines. Without hesitation, Private Hays made his way forward. While doing so he was wounded, but maintained a high devotion to his duty by calling words of encouragement to the other wounded and giving directions for their evacuation. Private Hays’ complete devotion to duty and undaunted courage reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 354, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 24 July 1951
Home of Record: Alabama
HENNESSEY, CLARENCE F.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d 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 Private First Class Clarence F. Hennessey, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 8 September 1950 in the vicinity of Mosan-Ni, Korea. On that date enemy artillery, mortar and machine gun fire was inflicting numerous casualties on a rifle company. Private Hennessey was called upon to assist the wounded and though under intense enemy fire he remained calm and completed his mission without consideration for his own safety. His valorous behavior in this action made possible the successful evacuation of several wounded men. Such performance was an inspiration to the other members of his unit and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 82, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 29 October 1950
Home of Record: Texas
HERMANSKI, EUGENE
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 June 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 Eugene Hermanski, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 3 June 1951, in the vicinity of Wantong, Korea. The rifle company to which he was attached as aidman was attacking a numerically superior enemy force. Many casualties were inflicted on friendly forces, and with complete disregard for his own safety he immediately began to give first aid to the wounded and supervised their evacuation. While giving aid to the wounded, he was exposed to the intense enemy fire. His devotion to duty and sustained courage to remain in exposed positions were responsible for saving many lives. The heroism of Corporal Hermanski reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 211, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 22 June 1951
Home of Record: New York
HIBBITTS, HUGH M.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 17 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 Hugh M. Hibbitts, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 17 May 1951 in the vicinity of Saorang-chi, Korea. On that date Sergeant Hibbitts was an aidman attached to a rifle platoon which had been overrun by a numerically superior enemy force. During the withdrawal a radio operator was seriously wounded and unable to walk. Sergeant Hibbitts, disregarding his own safety, exposed himself to the intense enemy fire to go to the aid of the wounded man. After administering first aid, he again exposed himself and carried his wounded comrade across and open field under heavy mortar and artillery fire. His courage and outstanding devotion to duty were responsible for saving the life of his wounded comrade. The heroism in action displayed by Sergeant Hibbitts reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 362, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 25 July 1951
Home of Record: Texas
HICKS, DOUGLAS M.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd 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 “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 Douglas M. Hicks, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 8 September 1950 near Changnyong, Korea. On the afternoon of that date the company to which he was attached as a medical aid man was in defensive positions on a hill. The company was subjected to fire from an enemy self-propelled gun, which wounded several of the men. With complete disregard for his personal safety, he advanced into the area, while the enemy weapon was still firing, administered first aid to the wounded and assisted them to a safe position. His heroic action was responsible for saving the lives of several wounded soldiers. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Corporal Hicks on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 41, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 16 February 1951
Home of Record: Tennessee
HIGHAM, DAVID M.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1 September 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 David M Higham, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 1 September 1951 in the vicinity of Yanggu, Korea. On this date elements of the unit were engaged in combat against a numerically superior enemy force, resulting in numerous friendly casualties. Corporal Higham, a medical aid man, with complete disregard for his personal safety, advanced to the foremost area to evacuate his wounded comrades. Despite the intense enemy mortar, artillery, and small arms fire, which was directed at his vehicle, Corporal Higham made repeated trips evacuating the wounded to positions of safety. His outstanding courage and unselfish devotion to duty were an inspiration to those who witnessed his action and were directly responsible for saving the lives of many of his comrades. The heroism in action demonstrated by Corporal Higham on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 661, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1 November 1951
Home of Record: West Virginia
HILD, MERLE C.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
2nd Medical Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 - 15 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 Sergeant Merle C. Hild, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of 2nd Medical Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 13 – 15 February 1951 in the vicinity of Chipyong-ni, Korea. During that period he was an ambulance driver attached to a regimental collecting station. The unit was completely surrounded and subjected to heavy enemy mortar and artillery fire, making evacuation of the wounded impossible. Sergeant Hild volunteered his services in the exposed collecting station, and his courageous efforts were instrumental in insuring that all casualties in the collecting station were treated each day. 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 Hild reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 123, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 29 May 1951
Home of Record: Illinois
HILE, CHARLES E.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 to 15 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 Sergeant Charles E. Hile, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 13 to 15 February 1951 near Chipyong-ne, Korea. During that period he was a medical technician attached to a regimental collecting station. Although the unit was completely surrounded and subjected to heavy enemy mortar and artillery fire, Sergeant Hile constantly exposed himself to the hostile fire in order to give aid to the wounded. Throughout this period the evacuation of wounded was impossible, and Sergeant Hile’s courageous efforts were instrumental in insuring that all casualties in the collecting station were treated each day. 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 Hile reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 104, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 11 May 1951
Home of Record: California
HILLYARD, ROGER L.
Master Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 22 – 27 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 Master Sergeant (then Sergeant First Class) Roger L. Hillyard, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, (then a member of Company E) 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 22 to 27 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. During this period, Sergeant Hillyyard was at the forward command post of his company, delivering ammunition and rations to hard pressed members of his company. Although subjected to intense enemy mortar and small arms fire he distributed the vital supplies, cheerfully encouraging the men in the process. His unfailing good humor and complete disregard for his own safety earned the admiration of his comrades. The devotion to duty and outstanding service rendered by Sergeant Hillyard reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 162, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 16 June 1951
Home of Record: Washington
HOCKNEY, VICTOR H.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 14 - 24 March 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 Victor H. Hockney, (then Corporal), Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 14 - 24 March 1951 in the vicinity of Yusil-li, Korea. During that period he was attached as a medical aid man to a rifle company which was constantly attacking a numerically superior enemy. On many instances, he voluntarily advanced with the leading elements and added to the platoon’s fire power with his individual weapon. Throughout the entire action, he fearlessly exposed himself to the intense hostile fire to administer first aid to the wounded. His calm manner and complete disregard for personal safety were a source of great inspiration to all members of his unit. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Hockney reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 121, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 27 May 1951
Home of Record: California
HOLBROOKS, GEORGE M. (First Award)
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 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 George M. Holbrooks, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 9 September 1950 near Mosan-Ni, Korea. That night after returning from a rear collecting station, he learned that aid men were urgently needed in a unit area receiving severe enemy fire. Without hesitation, Sergeant Holbrooks proceeded to the unit, administered first aid to our wounded and assisted in their removal to safety. Sergeant Holbrooks’ heroic action, under enemy fire, reflects great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 75, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 21 October 1950
Home of Record: Virginia
HOLBROOKS, GEORGE M. (Second Award)
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 – 15 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 (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 George M. Holbrooks, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 13 – 15 February 1951 near Chipyong-ni, Korea. During that period he was a litter section sergeant in a medical company of an infantry regiment which was under continuous attack by a large enemy force. The collecting station was established in tents within the regimental perimeter and was under constant hostile small arms, mortar and artillery fire. Since it was impossible to evacuate the large number of casualties, Sergeant Holbrooks remained in the unsheltered collecting station during the entire period, treating and encouraging the wounded who were brought into the station. His courageous actions were a source of great inspiration to all with whom he came in contact, and were instrumental in insuring that the wounded were in condition to be evacuated when the means of transportation became available. The heroism displayed by Sergeant Holbrooks reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 94, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 3 May 1951
Home of Record: Virginia
HOLLY, A. B. JR.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 17 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 A. B. Holly Jr., Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 17 May 1951 in the vicinity of Hangye, Korea. On that date he was a medical technician attached to the 3d Battalion aid station. Both the aid station and battalion headquarters were under heavy enemy attack. With complete disregard for his personal safety, Sergeant Holly repeatedly exposed himself to the intense enemy fire in order to administer first aid to the wounded. In an exposed position, he continued to treat the wounded until all were evacuated to safe position. The heroic conduct of Sergeant Holly reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 187, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 June 1951
Home of Record: Tennessee
HUBER, RAYMOND J. JR.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1 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 Sergeant Raymond J. Huber Jr., Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 1 September 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. Sergeant Huber was, on the 1st of September 1950, serving as medical aid man to the 2d Platoon of the 2d Reconnaissance Company, which was counter-attacking the enemy in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. During the initial stages of the attack, Sergeant Huber was painfully wounded in the left foot. With complete disregard for his personal safety, and his wounded condition, Sergeant Huber, exposing himself to the heavy enemy machine gun and small arms fire, ran to a wounded comrade, and dragged him to the safety of a ditch, where he administered first aid. A few minutes later, another fellow soldier was wounded on top of the hill, which was under intense enemy fire. Sergeant Huber, without a moment’s hesitation, scrambled up the hill and administered first aid to the wounded man, even though he was under heavy enemy fire and still painfully wounded. Later, Sergeant Huber collected four more wounded men together and constructed a shelter for them. It was not until all of the wounded had been treated and evacuated, that Sergeant Huber sought any treatment for his own wounds. Sergeant Huber’s courageous and heroic action on this occasion is in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 52, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 22 September 1950
Home of Record: Pennsylvania
HUDSON, GILBERT
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 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 Sergeant Gilbert Hudson, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, (attached to Company E), 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 August 1951 in the vicinity of Yanggu, Korea. On this date Company E was engaged in a fierce fight with a well-fortified enemy force. A crossfire from enemy automatic weapons suddenly trapped and wounded several men of the unit. Realizing the men were in desperate need of medical attention, Sergeant Hudson, a medical aid man, disregarding the intense enemy fire, advanced to his fallen comrades. Rendering the necessary aid, he assisted in evacuating the wounded men to positions of safety. The courage and outstanding devotion to duty and comrades displayed by Sergeant Hudson on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 671, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 3 November 1951
Home of Record: Maryland
HUPP, DONALD J.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Clearing Company, 2d Medical Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 January 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 Donald J. Hupp, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Clearing Company, 2d Medical Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 7 January 1951, in the vicinity of Wonju, Korea. During this period the town of Wonju was under attack by a large group of enemy soldiers who had infiltrated our lines. The attack occurred during the hours of darkness and enemy positions and strength were not known. The enemy advanced upon a convoy of 2d Medical Battalion trucks returning from the mission of transporting 9th Infantry Regiment personnel to a front line position, fired upon them and dispersed the men. They passed through the convoy into the town of Wonju, engaged in a firefight, and several hours later fought a withdrawing action, again through the convoy. During the interval of several hours, enemy troops were always in the immediate vicinity of the convoy. Private Hupp, a driver in the convoy, with complete disregard for his personal safety, remained with the vehicles after they had been abandoned and assisted in loading the wounded into his vehicle and then drove them to safety. Though he was subjected to enemy fire throughout the operation, his courage under fire was an inspiration to all, and he undoubtedly was instrumental in saving many lives and preventing his vehicle from falling into enemy hands. His action reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 320, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 20 July 1951
Home of Record: Ohio
