Regiment

* Interesting Notes:

First Lieutenant Edward F. Lemay, Medical Service Corps, is a double recipient of the Bronze Star with "V" device. He also earned the Silver Star in Korea

Corporal Antone Lema earned the Silver Star in addition to his Bronze Star with "V" device

* Denotes Posthumous Award

LAM, GENE E.
Captain, Medical Corps, 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 with the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Captain Gene E. Lam, Medical Corps, 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. Captain Lam aided in the evacuation of wounded patients to safety, 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 started emergency treatment, removing two patients from the building and administering 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, Captain Lam refused to leave the wounded man. Only when the treatment was completed 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: Pennsylvania

LANGE, PHILIP F.
First Lieutenant, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 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 First Lieutenant Philip F. Lange, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 6 October 1951, in the vicinity of Satae-ri, Korea. On that date Lieutenant Lange accompanied a unit which was attacking a heavily fortified enemy held hill. During this action he set up an aid station in the area held by the most forward friendly elements. By doing this the wounded men were given immediate expert medical care and then evacuated to safety. His position was under continuous mortar fire and at times it became almost untenable but with complete indifference to this situation he continued to supervise the treatment and evacuation of the wounded. The courageous action of Lieutenant Lange undoubtedly saved many lives and also was of great morale benefit to the men of the unit. The heroic action of Lieutenant Lange on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 763, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 25 November 1951
Home of Record: Michigan

LAPAGE, ROBERT A.
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 Robert A. LaPage, 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 LaPage 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 LaPage’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 LaPage 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: New York

LARSON, LOUIS JR.
Master Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 October 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 Master Sergeant Louis Larson 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 11 October 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On that date, Sergeant Larson was serving as Platoon Sergeant of a Battalion Aid Station supplying medical support to the Battalion as it pressed forward in an attack on Hill 200.Leaving the comparative safety of the Aid Station, Sergeant Larson, with complete disregard for personal safety, advanced to a draw between Hills Arsenal and (illegible), and in the midst of incoming artillery and mortar rounds, organized the evacuation of the wounded. He received the injured from the hill and applied skillful medical treatment which saved many lives. In one specific case, the placing of a tourniquet over the brachial artery prevented a death on the field and enabled the man to be evacuated. Sergeant Larson was the last man to return from the area, remaining unprotected on the field at great personal risk until accounting for every casualty and loading the last man on a Personnel Carrier. The heroism in action displayed by Sergeant Larson reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 465, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 2 December 1952
Home of Record: Tennessee

LEASURE, LEO
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 24 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 Leo Leasure, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 24 September 1950 in the vicinity of Hyopchon, Korea. On that date Private Leasure was a medical aid man attached to a rifle company which was engaged in an assault against a bitterly defended enemy positon. When his unit was forced to seek cover due to intense enemy mortar fire Private Leasure, with complete disregard for his personal safety, continued administering to the wounded, despite the proximity of enemy mortar bursts. His courage contributed to the saving of the lives of many wounded. The heroism displayed on this occasion by Private Leasure reflects great credit upon himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 81, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 28 October 1950
Home of Record: Maryland

LEMA, ANTONE
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 17 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 the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Corporal Antone Lema, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 17 January 1951 in the vicinity of Wonju, Korea. On that date the rifle company to which he was attached was passing through a draw near the town of Wonju. During the movement through the draw, an anti-personnel mine was activated and injured five men. Although eleven additional mines were discovered, Corporal Lema, disregarding his personal safety, stepped into the midst of the mines in order to administer first aid to those who were wounded. His prompt action and fearlessness were instrumental in saving the life of one of the more seriously wounded soldiers. The heroism displayed by Corporal Lema reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 102, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 10 May 1951
Home of Record: Rhode Island

LEMAY, EDWARD F. (First Award)
First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 31 August 1950 to 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 “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 Edward F. LeMay, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement 31 August 1950 to 2 September 1950 in the vicinity of Changnyong, Korea. During that period the battalion, of which he was Assistant Battalion Surgeon, was completely surrounded and under continuous attack by a numerically superior enemy force. Under these conditions the evacuation of the wounded was impossible. With complete disregard for his own safety, Lieutenant LeMay carried out his work of giving first aid and caring for the wounded. His courageous action and resourcefulness under the heavy enemy fire aided materially in saving the life of every one of the wounded men. His heroism was an inspiration to all who witnessed it and reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 30, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 4 February 1951
Home of Record: New York

LEMAY, EDWARD F. (Second Award)
First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 14 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 “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 Edward F. LeMay, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 14 February 1951 in the vicinity of Chipyong-ni, Korea. On that date he had the mission of supervising the operation of the regimental aid station, while the regiment was surrounded by a large enemy force. Under extremely heavy artillery, mortar and small arms fire, he remained in an exposed position throughout the day, administering aid and comfort to the wounded. His calm and confident attitude under the intense enemy fire was a source of reassurance to all of the wounded and contributed greatly to the efficient operation of the aid station in a critical situation. The heroism displayed by Lieutenant LeMay reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 80, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 12 April 1951
Home of Record: New York

LEONARD, EDWARD L.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 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 Edward L. Leonard, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 27 July 1951 in the vicinity of Taeusan, Korea. On that date, Corporal Leonard was attached to a heavy weapons company which was in an attack against a numerically superior enemy force. During the entire action, Corporal Leonard constantly exposed himself to small arms, automatic weapons, mortar and artillery fire, in order to render medical assistance to the wounded men. In several instances he placed himself in full view of the enemy while rendering first aid and evacuating the wounded men. His courage and concern for his fellow men were an inspiration to the entire unit. The heroism in action demonstrated by Corporal Leonard reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 587, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 9 October 1951
Home of Record: New York

LITTLE, STEVE M.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 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 the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Steve M. Little, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 26 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. Sergeant Little was an aid man attached to Company G which was being attacked by a numerically superior enemy force. As the enemy launched assault after assault at the company, Sergeant Little continuously exposed himself to the devastating volume of fire while administering aid to the wounded. When the company was forced to withdraw because of heavy casualties and overwhelming odds, he personally supervised and aided the evacuation of more than 50 casualties. The dauntless courage and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Little 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: North Carolina

LOGAN, GERALD R.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 28 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 Gerald R. Logan, (then Private First Class), United States Army, a member of Medical Company, (attached to Company K), 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 28 August 1951 in the vicinity of Tumil-Lyong, Korea. On this date, Company K was engaged in a fierce fire fight with an enemy force of overwhelming strength. During the encounter, an enemy concentration of mortar, grenade and small arms fire inflicted numerous casualties upon friendly troops. Corporal Logan, a medical aid man, disregarding the intense fire administered medical aid to his wounded comrades and assisted in their evacuation to positions of safety. He worked continuously and unfalteringly, repeatedly exposing himself in dangerous positions, and was instrumental in saving the lives of many of his comrades. The outstanding courage and devotion to duty displayed by Corporal Logan on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 659, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1 November 1951
Home of Record: Florida

*LONG, WARREN G.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division
Date of Action: 2 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 posthumously to Corporal Warren G. Long, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action against the enemy on 2 August 1950 near Kumshon, Korea. When the enemy attacked in overwhelming numbers and inflicted heavy casualties on the front line units, the forward medical aid station accompanied the general withdrawal. Corporal Long realized that many of the wounded would fall into enemy hands unless a quick evacuation could be made. Serving as a litter jeep driver, he voluntarily and repeatedly went forward under intense enemy automatic weapons and small arms fire to assist in removing the wounded to safety. Only through his courageous efforts could those casualties have reached safety. Corporal Long’s heroism and selfless conduct reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 159, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, November 1950
Home of Record: Virginia

LONGBRAKE, JOHN M.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 28 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 M. Longbrake, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 28 May 1951 in the vicinity of Kosok-tul, Korea. Attached to a rifle company as an aid man during an attack on a bitterly contested hill, Private Longbrake displayed complete disregard for his own safety and ignored the intense enemy small arms, automatic weapons and mortar fire sweeping the battleground as he calmly moved about, treating his wounded comrades and preparing them for evacuation. Often under point blank fire directed at him by the enemy, he not once faltered in the performance of his hazardous duties. The heroism in action displayed by Private Longbrake on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 396, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 4 August 1951
Home of Record: Michigan

LONGCROW, ELMER R.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division
Date of Action: 2 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 Elmer R. Longcrow, (then Private First Class), Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action against the enemy on 2 August 1950 near Kumchon, Korea. When the enemy attacked in overwhelming numbers and inflicted heavy casualties, the forward medical aid station accompanied the general withdrawal. Corporal Longcrow realized that many of the wounded would fall into enemy hands unless a quick evacuation could be made. Serving as a member of a litter team, he voluntarily and repeatedly went forward under intense enemy automatic weapons and small arms fire to assist in removing the wounded to safety. Only through his courageous efforts could these casualties have reached safety. Corporal Longcrow’s heroism and selfless conduct reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order 156, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, November 1950
Home of Record: South Dakota

LOWER, ROBERT W.
First Lieutenant, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9h Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 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 is awarded to First Lieutenant Robert W. Lower, Medical Service Corps, Army of the United States, a member of Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 11 August 1950, near Pohang-Dong, Korea. Company I of the 9th Infantry Regiment had been ambushed on the 11th of August 1950, near Pohang-Dong, Korea, and had suffered casualties who were in a precarious condition because of the difficulty of evacuation. Lieutenant Lower, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, personally led his litter jeeps from the Battalion Aid Station, through intense enemy small arms fire in the enemy held Pohang-Dong, making three return trips until all of the wounded had been evacuated. Lieutenant Lower’s action resulted in the saving of many lives of the wounded, and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 46, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 15 September 1950