Regiment

Interesting Notes:

Private First Class George F. Redwood is a double recipient of the Bronze Star with "V" device.

Private First Class James E. Robertson earned the Bronze Star with "V" device twice in WW II

Private First Class Wayne R. Slagle, who earned his Bronze Star with “V” device during WW II, is one of only 2 documented recipients of the Combat Medical Badge three times for his service in WW II, Korea and Vietnam.

Second Lieutenant Anna M. Smith was an Army Nurse

Lieutenant Colonel Stephen C. Sitter, Medical Corps, having just been rescued from the Cabanatuan Prisoner of War Camp No. 1, volunteered to stay behind to care for wounded even though it could have meant his recapture

Private Richard P. Shapiro advanced alone into an area between his unit and the enemy to evacuate wounded. While doing so he was taken prisoner of war.

Private First Class Sidney H. Silverman found himself the only man left to treat one company and a platoon of another. During the battle he treated approximately 75 casualties.

* Denotes Posthumous Award

REDWOOD, GEORGE F. (First Award)
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 July 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class George F. Redwood, Medical Department, United States Army. When his organization was struck by a heavy counterattack on 6 July 1944 forcing elements of his battalion back, many wounded were left within the enemy lines. PFC Redwood volunteered to accompany a group into this area, which was still under heavy machine gun fire, and evacuated a number of the wounded to a place of safety. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 42, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 20 August 1944
Home of Record: New York

REDWOOD, GEORGE F. (Second Award)
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 August 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6, Third U.S. Army, in addition to the Bronze Star previously awarded, an Oak-Leaf Cluster is awarded to Private First Class George F. Redwood, Medical Department, United States Army. On 6 August 1944 in the vicinity of *** France, when his company was hit by enemy machine gun and rifle fire and pinned to the ground leaving several wounded men in the advance of the lines, Private First Class Redwood together with one other man directed the troops to put down heavy fire and under protection of the fire went into “No Man’s Land” and gave assistance to the wounded men. Such devotion to duty upholds the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 60, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 12 September 1944
Home of Record: New York

*RIEGEL, JACOB
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 14 June 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6 Third U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded posthumously to Technician Fifth Grade Jacob Riegel, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 14 June 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 74, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 24 September 1944
Home of Record: North Dakota

REIGHARD, RALPH J.
Private, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 29 October 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class Ralph J. Reighard, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 29 October 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 174, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 5 December 1944
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

RICHEY, AUSTIN W.
Second Lieutenant, Medical Administrative Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 – 11 November 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Second Lieutenant Austin W. Richey, Medical Administrative Corps, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 9 - 11 November 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 199, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 13 December 1944
Home of Record: Texas

RITCHIE, JAMES L.
Technician Fifth Grade, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 November 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade James L. Ritchie, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 18 November 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 212, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 15 December 1944
Home of Record: North Carolina

RIVERA, CANUTO L.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 12 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fourth Grade Canuto L. Rivera, Medical Department, United States Army. On 12 June 1944 Tech 4 Rivera was assisting in an aid station when the area came under intense enemy fire and the Infantry in front withdrew. Tech 4 Rivera with four other companions voluntarily remained in position in the area although it remained under constant enemy mortar and artillery fire. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 45, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 23 August 1944
Home of Record: New Mexico

ROBERTSON, JAMES E. (First Award)
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 July 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class James E. Robertson, Medical Department, United States Army. When his organization was struck by a heavy counterattack on 6 July 1944 forcing elements of his battalion back, many wounded were left within the enemy lines. PFC Robertson volunteered to accompany a group into this area, which was still under heavy machine gun fire, and evacuated a number of the wounded to a place of safety. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 42, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 20 August 1944
Home of Record: New York

ROBERTSON, JAMES E. (Second Award)
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 September 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, current series, in addition to the Bronze Star previously awarded, a Bronze Oak-Leaf Cluster is awarded to Private Frist Class James E. Robertson, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 7 September 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 118, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 5 November 1944
Home of Record: New York

ROBINSON, JOHN E.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 20 August 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6 Third U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class John E. Robinson, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 20 August 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 78, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 1 October 1944
Home of Record: Oklahoma

ROGERS, GEORGE S. JR.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 - 9 July 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade George S. Rogers Jr., Medical Department, United States Army. During the period 3 to 9 July 1944 when the companies to which he was attached suffered numerous casualties, Tech 5 Rogers disregarded enemy small arms and mortar fire repeatedly to assist the wounded men and also assisted wounded men of adjacent units. In one instance particularly, when one man was hit by enemy machine gun fire 200 yards away, Tech 5 Rogers ran through the machine gun fire to the wounded man and succeeded in taking him to the aid station although in returning, he himself was wounded. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 45, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 23 August 1944
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

ROUSE, GEORGE R.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 8 September 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, current series, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade George R. Rouse, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 8 September 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 163, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 3 December 1944
Home of Record: Nebraska

ROVEZZI, FRANK MICHAEL
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 12 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Staff Sergeant Frank Michael Rovezzi, Medical Department, United States Army. On 12 June 1944 SGT Rovezzi and three other Medical Department soldiers were selected as litter bearers to bring in a wounded officer who was lying in a field about 400 yards away. They made their way along a ditch where the advance of Infantry units was held up by enemy fire and found it necessary to move over a cross road about 60 yards past the cross roads, a badly wounded soldier was found and evacuated. They then returned and evacuated the officer over the same route notwithstanding the enemy fire which was unceasing. Staff Sergeant Rovezzi’s extraordinary devotion to duty brings great credit to himself and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 20, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 29 June 1944
Home of Record: Massachusetts

ROVITO, SAVERIO
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 12 November 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Captain Saverio Rovito, Medical Corps, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 12 November 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 212, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 15 December 1944
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

SAN MIGUEL, RODOLFO
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 July 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6, Third U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade Rodolfo San Miguel, Medical Department, United States Army. On 13 July 1944, after attending wounded soldiers and finding that because of heavy shelling it was impossible to get litter bearers to evacuate the wounded soldiers, he and another comrade improvised a litter and carried a wounded man through shell fire into the safety area. Such devotion to duty upholds the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 35, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 7 August 1944
Home of Record: Texas

SCARBROUGH, TED A.
Technician Fourth Grade, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 August 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fourth Grade Ted A. Scarbrough, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 3 August 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 203, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 14 December 1944
Home of Record: Texas

SCHWENKE, WILLIAM F.
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 12 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Staff Sergeant William F. Schwenke, Medical Department, United States Army. On 12 June 1944 Staff Sergeant Schwenke was assisting in an aid station when the area came under intense enemy fire and the Infantry in front withdrew. Staff Sergeant Schwenke with four other companions voluntarily remained in position in the area although it remained under constant enemy mortar and artillery fire. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 45, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 23 August 1944
Home of Record: Texas

SCOTT, HARRY N.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 20 August 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6 Third U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class Harry N. Scott, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 20 August 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 78, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 1 October 1944
Home of Record: North Carolina

SEYMOUR, KEITH G.
Technician Third Grade, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 April 1945
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Technician Third Grade Keith G. Seymour, Medical Department, Army of the United States, a member of the Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, on 9 April 1945, distinguished himself by heroic action in Germany. During the attack an extremely heavy artillery barrage was laid down by the enemy and Technician Third Grade Seymour heard cries for help coming from the basement of a house a short distance away. Disregarding the great danger instantly he ran to the aid of five wounded colored soldiers. He gave first aid and successfully evacuated the men to an aid station before the shelling ceased. The bravery and devotion to duty displayed by Technician Third Grade Seymour reflect credit upon himself and the Medical Corps.
General Orders: General Order number 77, Headquarters, 99th Infantry Division, 2 July 1945
Home of Record: Missouri

SHANNON, REGINALD H.
Private, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 – 13 November 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private Reginald H. Shannon, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 10 – 13 November 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 203, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 14 December 1944
Home of Record: Texas

SHAPIRO, RICHARD P. (POW)
Private, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 359th Infantry Regiment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 16 August 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private Richard P. Shapiro, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic achievement on 16 August 1944 in the vicinity of Le Merlerault, France. During the attack on the town, twelve men became casualties between the position of a company of the 359th Infantry and the enemy. Private Shapiro, Company Aid man, without regard for his personal safety and despite intense enemy small arms fire, voluntarily advanced alone to effect their evacuation. While engaged in this bravo attempt, he was taken prisoner by the enemy. His selfless act was a feat of courage inspirational to all his comrades. His heroic achievement was in accordance with military tradition.
General Orders: General Order number 226, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 23 December 1944
Home of Record: Delaware

SHEDLOCK, STANLEY E.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 August 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6, Third U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade Stanley E. Shedlock, Medical Department, United States Army. On 6 August 1944 near *** France, Technician Shedlock as a medical aid man attached to an Infantry company, hearing the call for aid men, volunteered to leave his position with his mortar platoon and went forward to the rifle units. Technician Fifth Grade Shedlock went into an area covered by small arms fire to give aid to two men who had been hit by 20mm fire and to other men of another Infantry company. Such devotion to duty upholds the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 53, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 2 September 1944
Home of Record: Massachusetts

SHOCKLEY, RICHARD R.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 September 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, current series, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class Richard R. Shockley, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 18 September 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 118, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 5 November 1944
Home of Record: Indiana

SHORT, JOHN W.
Private First Class, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 315th Medical Battalion, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I Circular 6, Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class John W. Short, Medical Department, United States Army. For heroic service in support of operations against the enemy on 9 November 1944 in the vicinity of Hunting, France. While giving first aid to casualties in an area subjected to heavy enemy artillery, mortar and small arms fire, Private First Class Short was wounded. He continued to administer first aid until he was wounded a second time. Although unable to move, he directed others in the treatment of casualties until his evacuation was effected. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 14, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 7 January 1945
Home of Record: Illinois

SILVERMAN, SIDNEY H.
Private First Class, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 315th Medical Battalion, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I Circular 6, Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class Sidney H. Silverman, Medical Department, United States Army. For heroic service in support of operations against the enemy on 9 November 1944 in the vicinity of Petite Hettange, France. During an attack in which heavy casualties were sustained, Private First Class Silverman became the only aid man left to treat the wounded of Company ** and one platoon of Company **. Exposing himself constantly to the intense enemy artillery and small arms fire, he worked untiringly in treating approximately 75 casualties during the battle. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 14, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 7 January 1945
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

SINCLAIR, WILLIAM A.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 6, Third U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class William A. Sinclair, Medical Department, United States Army. On 19 June 1944 in the vicinity of ***, France, when friendly troops after a severe engagement had been ordered to withdraw to new defensive positions, many wounded men were left on the field of battle. Private First Class Sinclair, disregarding his own personal safety and still under fire, remained on the battle field attending to the wounded men and removing them to the rear. By his clam action and cool thinking several men were evacuated who might otherwise have died of wounds. Such devotion to duty upholds the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 35, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 7 August 1944
Home of Record: Missouri

SITTER, STEPHEN C. (POW)
Lieutenant Colonel, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Cabanatuan Prison Camp No. 1, Cabu, Nueva Ecija Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands
Date of Action: 30 January 1945
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9410, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Stephen C. Sitter, (then Major), Medical Corps, United States Army, a member of the hospital staff at Cabanatuan Prison Camp No. 1, Cabu, Nueva Ecija Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands, upon arrival at the assembly area for released prisoners on 30 January 1945, voluntarily remained overnight behind the enemy lines to assist in giving care to a wounded medical officer and several sick military personnel, despite the danger of possible recapture by the enemy. Colonel Sitter’s disregard for personal safety and his devotion to the sick were an inspiration to all who witnessed his brave acts.
General Orders: General Order number 80, War Department, 19 September 1945

SLAGLE, WAYNE R. (also spelled SLAGEL)
Private First Class, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1 May 1945
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement is awarded by the Commanding General, 31st Infantry Division to Private First Class Wayne R. Slagle, Medical Department, United States Army. For heroic achievement in connection with military operations near Kioawe, Mindanao, Philippine Islands, on 1 May 1945. When the rifle platoon to which he was attached as aid man suffered several casualties, Private First Class Slagle voluntarily and with complete disregard for his own safety moved forward under heavy enemy machine gun and mortar fire to administer aid to the wounded and remove them to safety. Moving about exposed to the heavy concentration of fire, he undoubtedly saved many lives. This act reflects great credit upon Private First Class Slagle and the Service.
General Orders: General Order number 84, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 11 July 1945
Home of Record: Taylorville, Illinois

SMITH, ANNA M.
Second Lieutenant, Army Nurse Corps, U.S. Army
Army Hospital, Italy
Date of Action: 10 February 1944
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the periods indicated was awarded to Second Lieutenant Anna M. Smith, Army Nurse Corps, Army of the United States, while serving with the Army Hospital, displayed heroism in action on 10 February 1944 near Anzio, Italy. While Second Lieutenant Smith was on duty in the shock tent of a hospital, an enemy artillery concentration fell on the area. A shell landed in an adjacent tent approximately five yards from her, but no damage to personnel was inflicted as the shell exploded in the earth. She assisted in placing the patients on the ground to lessen the danger from shell fragmentation. A few minutes later a second shell exploded about ten yards from the tent. Second Lieutenant Smith was thrown to the ground by the concussion and the tent was riddled with fragments. Throughout the shelling she refused to take cover and remained with her patients to control and comfort them. Her heroism reflects the finest traditions of the Army Nurse Corps.
General Orders: General Order number 91, Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, 29 May 1944
Home of Record: Fort Knox, Kentucky

SMITH, GROVER C.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 21 August 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, current series, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class Grover C. Smith, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 21 August 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 93, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 19 October 1944
Home of Record: Mississippi

SMITH, HOWARD J.
Private First Class, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 9 – 11 November 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I, Circular 6 Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private First Class Howard J. Smith, Medical Department, United States Army for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in France on 9 - 11 November 1944. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 199, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 13 December 1944
Home of Record: Ohio

STEWART, DONALD B. (POW)
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Prisoner of War
Date of Action: WW II
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9410, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Captain Donald B. Stewart, Medical Corps, Army of the United States. While held prisoner of Germany, at great personal risk performed duties which resulted in valuable information reaching the War Department. His services were also of vital importance to his fellow prisoners of war. Captain Stewart demonstrated outstanding initiative and personal courage that reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 65, War Department, 9 August 1945

STOGNER, JAMES H.
Private, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 315th Medical Battalion, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 12 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and Section I Circular 6, Third U.S. Army, 26 April 1944, the Bronze Star is awarded to Private James H. Stogner, Medical Department, United States Army. For heroic achievement on 12 November 1944 in the vicinity of Hunting, France. During an attack on the town, Private Stogner, Litter Bearer, without regard for his personal safety and despite intense enemy observed mortar fire, advanced to the position of two casualties, administered first aid and assisted in their evacuation to the Aid Station. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 235, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 24 December 1944
Home of Record: Louisiana

STOOPS, LAWRENCE E.
Private First Class, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 31 January 1945
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Private First Class Lawrence E. Stoops, Medical Department, Army of the United States, a member of the Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, on 31 January 1945, distinguished himself by heroic action in Belgium. Private First Class Stoops was aid man attached to the 1st Platoon, Company “F”, 394th Infantry. In the course of its attack on 31 January 45, the Company was pinned down with heavy casualties. Three aid men who attempted to treat the casualties were deliberately shot down by the enemy. Private First Class Stoops, without regard for his personal safety, administered aid to the wounded medical soldiers and on five separate occasions, disregarded the heavy fire of automatic weapons to treat wounded soldiers. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 14, Headquarters, 99th Infantry Division, 26 February 1945

STOVER, FRED R.
Corporal, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 and 3 January 1945
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States, is awarded to Corporal Fred R. Stover, Medical Department, Army of the United States, a member of the Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, who distinguished himself by heroic action in Belgium on 2 and 3 January 1945. On those dates he evacuated casualties under fire in snow and cold near Elsenborn, Belgium. His heroism and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 28, Headquarters, 99th Infantry Division, 15 April 1945

SUSTAK, JOSEPH A.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 9419 and under the provisions of AR 600-45 and circular 66 First U.S. Army, the Bronze Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade Joseph A. Sustak, Medical Department, United States Army. On 13 June 1944 Tech 5 Sustak on his own initiative left his station with the battalion reserve company and went forward to give first aid to the wounded of another company. He succeeded in evacuating at least five wounded men through a 300 yard area which was swept by intense enemy machine gun, mortar and artillery fire before he himself was wounded. Tech 5 Sustank’s courage and devotion to duty were a fine example of meritorious conduct..
General Orders: General Order number 28, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 24 July 1944
Home of Record: Illinois

SWAN, JAMES R.
Captain, Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 8 February 1945
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February 1944 (sec. II, WD Bul. 3, 1944), a Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States during the period indicated is awarded to Captain James R. Swan, Medical Department, Army of the United States, a member of the Medical Detachment, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, on 8 February 1945, distinguished himself by heroic action in Germany. His devotion to his duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Department.
General Orders: General Order number 21, Headquarters, 99th Infantry Division, 28 March 1945