Regiment

* Interesting Notes:

Private First Class Jack D. Noble earned the Bronze Star with "V" device twice in Korea

Sergeant Felix Padilla is a double recipient of the Bronze Star with "V" device.

* Denotes Posthumous Award

NEFF, RICHARD H.
Corporal, 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 Corporal Richard H. Nerr, 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. Corporal Neff 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, Corporal Neff 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: Indiana

NESTOR, DAVID L.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 16 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 David L. Nestor, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 16 September 1950 near Changnyong, Korea. On this date he was a medical aid man attached to a rifle company that was making an attack on a hill which was strongly defended by the enemy. Enemy small arms and machine gun fire was inflicting numerous casualties on the company. Private Nestor voluntarily exposed himself to the intense enemy fire as he dashed from one position to another, treating the wounded and carrying them to safety. When the unit seized its objective and was subjected to heavy enemy artillery fire, he continued his hazardous task and, by his immediate application of first aid, saved the lives of many of the wounded. His 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 88, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 9 November 1950
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

NEWMAN, WILLIAM W.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 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 Sergeant William W. Newman, (then Corporal), Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 19 July 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On that date, Sergeant Newman was serving as assistant driver of a litter jeep that was operating from the forward aid station. As a result of the numerous casualties inflicted upon the friendly forces on Hill 266, “Old Baldy”, the litter teams were unable to keep up with the flow of wounded from front line positions to a point where they could receive medical attention. Upon receiving word that two men lay wounded at the foot of Hill 266, Sergeant Newman volunteered to go forward in his jeep and evacuate them. As he neared the position where the two men lay, his vehicle was suddenly subjected to heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire. With sheer determination and thinking only of the two stricken men, he continued toward his objective. Upon reaching the point where the two men lay, Sergeant Neman, dismounted from the jeep and with complete disregard for personal safety, crossed the fire swept terrain twice, removing both wounded me to the jeep and successfully evacuated them to the forward aid station. This selfless and courageous act undoubtedly saved the lives of the two wounded comrades. The heroic actions and consummate devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Neman reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 430, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 11 November 1952
Home of Record: Virginia

NOBLE, JACK D. (First Award)
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, Headquarters Battery, 37th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 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 Jack D. Noble, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, Headquarters Battery, 37th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 3 September 1950 in the vicinity of Changnyong, Korea. On this date, an infantry regiment and its supporting field artillery battalion were under heavy enemy attack and suffered many casualties. Private Noble displayed valor in action by moving back and forth throughout the area while under artillery and small arms fire administering first aid and evacuation wounded personnel of his organization. After completing his duties with his own organization, he voluntarily moved forward to our infantry area and assisted in removing their wounded, thereby speeding the evacuation of wounded and saving many lives. Private Noble’s valorous act while under enemy fire reflects great credit upon himself and upholds the fine traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 76, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 22 October 1950
Home of Record: California

NOBLE, JACK D. (Second Award)
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery
Date of Action: 28 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 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 Private First Class Jack D. Noble, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 28 November 1950 in the vicinity of Kujong-dong, Korea. On the night of that date he was a medical aid man attached to an artillery battery while that unit was displacing to the rear to avoid being overrun by a numerically superior enemy force. Several men were wounded by automatic weapons fire when the enemy attacked the rear of the column. With no thought for his own safety, Private Noble exposed himself to the enemy fire as he checked the occupants of each vehicle in the column. He administered first aid to the men who had been wounded, and his calm and courageous conduct was an inspiration to all members of the convoy. The heroism displayed by Private Noble on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 41, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 16 February 1951
Home of Record: California

NOPWASKEY, JOHN F.
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 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 John F. Nopwaskey, 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 while attached to Company H, 9th Infantry. The positions of the rifle companies were being overrun by the enemy, and a section of machine guns from Company H was covering the withdrawal of the rifle companies and the 81mm Mortar Platoon. He attached himself to the machine gun section and was manning a light machine gun when one of the gunners was severely wounded. Under heavy machine gun and sniper fire, and with complete disregard for his own personal safety, he administered first aid to the wounded soldier. When the withdrawal of the infantry was completed he went to the rear, returned with a litter, and evacuated the wounded man. The heroic and exemplary action of Corporal Nopwaskey in risking his own life to save that of a fallen comrade reflects great credit upon himself and the Armed forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 64, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 13 October 1950
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

NORRIS, LYNN W.
Captain, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d 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 the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Captain Lynn W. Norris, Medical Service Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 2 September 1950 in the vicinity of Mosan-ni, Korea. On that date the collecting station of his regiment was under heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire, and had received orders to withdraw to a safer location. During the entire operation Captain Norris exposed himself constantly with complete disregard for his personal safety as he supervised the displacement of the collecting station with its casualties and vehicles. The calm efficiency demonstrated by Captain Norris while under fire was a great inspiration to his men and his courageous and confident manner throughout the withdrawal was instrumental in the successful evacuation of his unit. The heroism and leadership displayed on this occasion by Captain Norris reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 109, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 18 December 1950
Home of Record: Texas

O’BRYANT BILLY EUGENE
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 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 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 Billy Eugene O’Bryant, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, Division Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division (Infantry) displayed heroism in action against the enemy near Kwanop-Yongni, Korea, on 27 July 1950. The artillery unit to which Corporal O’Bryant’s unit was attached was undergoing an intense enemy counter-battery fire. During the enemy shelling several men were wounded. Corporal O’Bryant, with complete disregard for personal safety went from position to position administering aid to the wounded and assisting in their evacuation. Due to Corporal O’Bryant’s bravery and prompt treatment of the wounded their chances of recovery were immeasurably increased. Corporal O’Bryant’s actions on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 70, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division (Infantry), 25 August 1950s
Home of Record: Arkansas

OCAMPO, JOSE J.
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 Jose J. Ocampo, 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 Ocampo 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 Ocampo 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 Ocampo 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

OHME, OTTO
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 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 Otto Ohme, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 3 September 1950 in the vicinity of Ch’ogongni-Sin’gi, Korea. On this date he was medical aid man attached to a rifle company that was defending Hill 130. At approximately 1500 hours on this date the company came under attack by a fanatic and numerically superior enemy and suffered numerous casualties. Corporal Ohme, with complete indifference to the intense hail of fire covering the area, moved from one wounded man to another rendering first aid. Due to the low grazing fire, he often had to crawl along the ground to reach the wounded. On one occasion he practically carried one seriously wounded man across the open ground and through the devastating fire to a place of safety. His courageous actions were a great inspiration to those who witnessed it and were instrumental in repulsing the enemy attack. The heroism displayed by Corporal Ohme on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 115, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 23 December 1950
Home of Record: Wisconsin

OVERBY, RICHARD E.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 31 August 1950 to 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 Private First Class Richard E. Overby, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 31 August 1950 to 4 September 1950 in the vicinity of Changnyong, Korea. During this time he was attached to a battery of an artillery battalion, with the mission of evacuating wounded men with his litter jeep. The enemy was launching an all-out offensive in this sector and was subjecting the battalion to extremely heavy mortar fire. As a result, Private Overby was called upon numerous times to make hazardous trips with his litter jeep. On several occasions, with total disregard for his own safety, he volunteered to take his jeep into areas which were under heavy mortar fire and evacuate seriously wounded personnel. By his prompt and courageous actions he made it possible for these men to receive medical aid, which was instrumental in saving many lives. Private Overby’s actions under fire, and his unceasing efforts, reflect great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 84, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 1 November 1950
Home of Record: Michigan

PACHECO, SAMUEL C.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry 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 Samuel C. Pacheco, 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 27 September 1950 near Hambung-ni, Korea. As a task force, on a night move deep into enemy territory, was approaching a small village, it was suddenly intercepted by 10 enemy tanks and forced to disperse. From his position near the rear of the column, Sergeant Pacheco, a medical aid man, noted several wounded up ahead. Although the road was under the direct cannon and machine gun fire of the enemy tanks, Sergeant Pacheco, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, mounted his litter vehicle and driving through the enemy fire, placed the wounded on the litters and evacuated them. It was necessary to make four such trips during the ensuring battle and on one of them an enemy tank passed within 5 feet of his position, but refusing to leave his wounded comrades, he led them to safety. By his extreme courage and devotion to duty, Sergeant Pacheco was undoubtedly responsible for the lives of several of the wounded. Sergeant Pacheco’s heroic actions reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order 176, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 1950
Home of Record: New Mexico

PADILLA, FELIX (First Award)
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd 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 Felix Padilla, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement unknown date 1950 in Korea. His courageous action undoubtedly was instrumental in saving the lives of many men. His heroic action was an inspiration to all who witnessed it and reflects greatly upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, unknown date
Home of Record: Philippine Islands

PADILLA, FELIX (Second Award)
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 22 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 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 Sergeant Felix Padilla, (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 22 September 1950 in the vicinity of Sinban-ni, Korea. On that date his company was fighting a delaying action and was forced to withdraw from its position. During the withdrawal many men were wounded and he was the only medical aid man attached to the company who had not been wounded. He returned under heavy enemy small arms fire, into an area that was completely controlled by the enemy. With complete disregard for his own safety, Corporal Padilla went to the aid of the wounded men and thereby undoubtedly saved many lives. His heroic action was an inspiration to all who witnessed it and reflects greatly upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 24, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 28 January 1951
Home of Record: Philippine Islands

PAGE, CARL L.
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 Carl L. Page, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the 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 medical evacuation for medical attention. Corporal Page, 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 shell fire, to the rear area. Although two vehicles were disabled by direct hits, he continued driving through the shell fire until the evacuation of 60 casualties was completed. Corporal Page’s heroic actions saved the lives of many wounded and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 110, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, 27 September 1950
Home of Record: Illinois

PARKER, ARLIE
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 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 “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 Arlie Parker, 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 Mosen-ni, Korea. During this period he was an assistant driver of a litter jeep and attached to a battalion aid station. His battalion was defending a part of the Nektong River sector and the entire area was under constant heavy shelling, which made the evacuation of wounded from the front lines extremely difficult. On many occasions Corporal Parker exposed himself to direct enemy machine gun fire in order to reach and evacuate the wounded. At all times he maintained a calm and cheerful attitude and was an inspiration to all members of his unit. The heroic and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Corporal Parker during this period reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 14, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 19 January 1951
Home of Record: Georgia

PARKER, CLIFFORD A.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 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 the letter “V” device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States is awarded to Sergeant Clifford A. Parker, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, 2d Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 2 September 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. On this date the company to which he was attached as an aid man was defending the town of Yongsan against an attack by the enemy. During the attack he administered first aid to the wounded of his own platoon and when the aid man of another platoon was wounded, he assumed his duties also. As he went from one position to another he spotted enemy targets and relayed this information to the crew served weapons. Due to his courage, aggressiveness and complete disregard for his own safety, the wounded received quick attention and evacuation, and many casualties were inflicted on the enemy. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Parker on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 110, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 19 December 1950
Home of Record: Texas

PASSERO, ANTHONY
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 Anthony Passero, 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 attacking enemy positions when two men fell seriously wounded and lay exposed to hostile fire. Displaying complete indifference for his personal safety, he dashed fearlessly forward into the fire-swept terrain. Arriving at the side of his wounded comrades he administered medical aid to them, in spite of the unrelenting severity of the enemy fire. His brave and selfless action resulted in saving the lives of the two wounded men. The heroism under fire displayed by Sergeant Passero on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself, and the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 46, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 21 February 1951
Home of Record: New Jersey

PATTERSON, JOHN G.
Sergeant, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 31 July and 1 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 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 John G. Patterson, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 31 July and 1 August 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon, North Korea. On those dates, Sergeant Patterson was serving as a Medical Aidman with an Infantry unit engaged in bitter combat for the possession of Hill 266, “Old Baldy”. The friendly unit was being subjected to a devastating barrage of enemy artillery, mortar and small arms fire, which had inflicted heavy casualties upon them. Sergeant Patterson, with complete disregard for personal safety, moved out across the intensely shelled area, fully exposing himself to the enemy fire and observation, to render aid to his wounded comrades. Noticing one man severely wounded and unable to move, he weathered the murderous fire about him, and went to the man’s side. Without hesitating, he pulled the wounded man to a nearby shell crater, and while administering aid, used his own body to shield the wounded man from the hostile fire. Upon administering all aid possible, he then dragged his wounded comrade approximately fifteen yards across the open terrain to a fox hole where the man remained under cover until he was evacuated. Leaving his place of comparative cover once again, Sergeant Patterson then dashed about the fire swept area, shouting words of encouragement, aiding the wounded, assisting other aid men and when litter teams were available, led and directed them to hasten the evacuation of the more seriously wounded. The heroism in action and consummate devotion to duty of Sergeant Patterson reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 74, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 9 March 1953
Home of Record: Georgia

PAXTON, ALVIN A.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 21 September 1950 to 22 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 Alvin A. Paxton, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Detachment, Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 21 September 1950 to 22 September 1950 in the vicinity of Taegu, Korea. During this time the artillery battalion to which he was attached as an aid man was under almost constant small arms, mortar and artillery fire and numerous casualties were inflicted upon the battalion. Private Paxton, with complete disregard for his own safety, crawled from one foxhole to another through the heavy enemy fire, administering first aid and assisting in the evacuation of the more seriously wounded. His courageous actions and devotion to duty saved the lives of many of the wounded who might otherwise of perished. The heroism displayed by Private Paxton on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 110, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 19 December 1950
Home of Record: Missouri

PELLETIER, ROBERT L. J.
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 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 L. J. Pelletier, 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 Pelletier aided in the evacuation of 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 patients from the building and commenced to 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, Sergeant Pelletier 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: Massachusetts

PERRY, SAMUEL G.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November and 1 December 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 Samuel G. Perry, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 30 November 1950 and 1 December 1950 in the vicinity of Kunu-ri, Korea. On 30 November 1950 Major Perry was a member of a convoy which was attempting to break through an enemy roadblock that was approximately five miles in depth. The enemy, well entrenched on commanding ground on both sides of the road, subjected the column to intense mortar, machine gun, and small arms fire. Several times during its movement the convoy was forced to halt to clear the road of burning and wrecked vehicles. On these occasions Major Perry, with complete unconcern for his personal safety, moved about under direct observation of the enemy, giving medical attention to the wounded. His coolness and efficiency under hostile fire were a source of great inspiration to all members of the convoy. Upon arrival at its destination, he directed the erection and operation of a medical aid station and for 26 continuous hours worked tirelessly giving medial attention to all of the wounded. The heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Major Perry reflect great credit upon himself and the medical and military service.
General Orders: General Order number 8, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 9 January 1951
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

*PETERS, RAYMOND D.
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 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 (Letter “V” device authorized) 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 Raymond D. Peters, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, for heroic achievement on 13 August 1950, near the Naktong River, Korea. Corporal Peters was attached to Company B as Company aid man. When the Company was ordered to withdraw to new positions in the face of an overwhelming enemy attack, Corporal Peters volunteered to remain behind as aid man for the covering force. He did this with full knowledge of the intensity of the enemy attack and volume of the fire that he was delivering. During the withdrawal, Corporal Peters was killed. By his heroic act in volunteering to remain with the rear guard, Corporal Peters brought great credit to himself and the military service. These acts of heroic achievement reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 119, Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, 4 September 1950
Home of Record: McLeansboro, Illinois

PHILO, WALTER G.
Private First Class, 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 Private First Class Walter G. Philo, 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 Private Philo was attached to 2d Platoon of Company “G”, whose mission was to attack enemy positions on Hill 200. As the attack was launched, they were suddenly subjected to heavy enemy mortar and small arms fire. It was during this action that a rifleman of the attacking force was severely wounded. Private Philo applied emergency treatment and then, with complete disregard for personal safety, carried the wounded man across the fire swept terrain and through an enemy mine field to the forward aid station. He returned over this hazardous route numerous times, evacuating many wounded men with great efficiency and speed. The heroism in action displayed by Private Philo reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 425, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 10 November 1952
Home of Record: Michigan

PHIPPS, ARTHUR A.
Private, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 14 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 Arthur A. Phipps, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 14 May 1951, in the vicinity of Sarong-chi, Korea. Private Phipps was an aidman attached to a rifle company which had the mission of securing a high hill. As a friendly patrol advanced up the hill, it came under intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire, suffering several casualties. Private Phipps, who had observed this action, rushed through the enemy fire to the location of the patrol and with utter disregard for his own safety administered first aid to the wounded. Again under heavy fire he assisted in their removal to safety. Later Private Phipps voluntarily led a patrol through enemy fire to recover other casualties. His determined actions were responsible for saving the lives of several soldiers. The heroism displayed by Private Phipps reflects great credit upon himself hand the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 211, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 22 June 1951
Home of Record: California

PICKRAL, HARRY E. JR.
Corporal, 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 Corporal Harry E. Pickral 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, Corporal Pickral was the Medical Aidman attached to the 3d Platoon of Company “G” as it departed on a special mission. While advancing toward their objective, the company was halted by a numerically superior hostile force that inflicted heavy casualties upon the friendly unit through intense mortar and small arms fire. Corporal Pickral, with complete disregard for personal safety, proceeded to evacuate these casualties under extreme difficulties and in the face of the devastating enemy fire. He continually moved over the fire swept terrain in order to accomplish the expeditious and successful evacuation of all casualties to the safety of friendly lines. This inspiring action contributed greatly to the moral and esprit of the unit, and saved the lives of several men. The heroic achievement displayed by Corporal Pickral reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 407, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 30 October 1952
Home of Record: Virginia

PIERCE, JACKSON, A.
First Lieutenant, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 23d 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 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 Jackson A. Pierce, Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of Medical Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 27 September 1950 in the vicinity of Anui, Korea. On this date he was in charge of the battalion aid station which was located in the battalion command post area. In the early morning hours of this date the command post was subjected to a heavy barrage of enemy artillery which inflicted twenty-eight casualties among the command post personnel. During this barrage, Lieutenant Pierce remained in an exposed position in order to direct the operations of the aid men and litter bearers. His actions during the entire attack were of such heroic nature as to be a source of inspiration to the men and officers working with him. In addition to his other duties, he assisted the Battalion Surgeon in dressing the wounds of the men brought to the aid station. The complete devotion to duty and the utter disregard for personal safety displayed by Lieutenant Pierce on this occasion fully upholds the finest traditions of the Medical Corps and the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 93, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 28 November 1950
Home of Record: Wisconsin

PIERCE, ROBERT L.
Master 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 Master Sergeant Robert L. Pierce, 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 Pierce 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 Pierce 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: Michigan

PIERCE, WILLIAM A.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2d Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 14 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 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 First Class William A. Pierce, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Detachment, 2d Division Artillery, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 14 October 1951, in the vicinity of Kongsol-li, Korea. On that date Private Pierce, an aidman, observed a wounded comrade lying in a mine field. Undaunted by the knowledge that the mine field was unmarked, Private Pierce, without hesitation and with utter disregard for his personal safety, proceeded toward the wounded man. While administering first aid, another comrade, who had followed him, stepped on a mine and was seriously wounded. Private Pierce remained and rendered first aid and evacuated both comrades to positions of safety. His assistance to the wounded men undoubtedly saved their lives. The selfless devotion to duty displayed by Private Pierce on this occasion reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 810, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 4 December 1951
Home of Record: Tennessee

PIKE, TOMMIE
Corporal, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Medical Company, 9th 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 Corporal Tommie Pike, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Medical Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 24 June 1953 in the vicinity of Kumhwa, North Korea. On the morning of that date, the enemy launched an attack which was accompanied by intense mortar and artillery fire against friendly position. Upon receiving word of numerous friendly casualties, Corporal Pike voluntarily left the safety of his company area and proceeded with his vehicle to the scene of action. Although the entire area was being swept by enemy shell fire, he completely disregarded the grave personal dangers and began traversing the treacherous terrain, evacuating the wounded. Even when he received painful wounds, he continued to give aid to his comrades. Only when he had evacuated all casualties from the impact area, did he seek attention for his own wounds. His heroic and unselfish actions brought immediate medical attention to needy men and undoubtedly saved the lives of many comrades. The heroism in action displayed by Corporal Pike reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 281, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 27 July 1953
Home of Record: Ohio

POFAHL, PAUL R.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
Ambulance Company, 2d Medical Battalion, 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 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 First Class Paul R. Pofahl, Army Medical Service, United States Army, a member of the Ambulance Company, 2d Medical Battalion, 2d Infantry Division distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 12 August 1950 in the vicinity of Yongsan, Korea. On the 12th of August 1950, the enemy had set up a road block between the collecting point and the ambulance loading point on the main evacuation route. Realizing the importance of evacuating seriously wounded soldiers immediately, he volunteered to assist an ambulance driver in an attempt to get through the road block. As they neared the road block, they were met by heavy enemy machine gun and small arms fire. The driver was wounded, lost control of the ambulance and it rolled over in a ditch. After three days behind the enemy lines he made his way back to his unit. The heroism displayed on this occasion by Private Pofahl reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 59, Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division, 28 September 1950
Home of Record: Oklahoma

POSEY, THOMAS A.
Private First Class, 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 Private First Class Thomas A. Posey, 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. Private Posey 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 went forward under intense enemy automatic weapons and small arms fire time and again to assist in removing the wounded to safety. Only through his courageous efforts could these casualties have reached safety. Private Posey’s heroism and selfless conduct reflected great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order 153, Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, November 1950
Home of Record: Louisiana