ELDER, LEONARD P.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 17 June 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Leonard P. Elder, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 June 1944. Private First Class Elder's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 61 (1944)
ERBES, JOHN
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Division
Date of Action: 17 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John Erbes (0-380930), Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Officer with the 67th Armored Regiment, 2d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 November 1944, in Germany. On 17 November 1944 Captain Erbes voluntarily and with complete disregard to his own personal safety, braved enemy artillery, mortar and machine-gun fire to aid friendly casualties 600 yards behind enemy lines. Even though his Geneva Cross Flag was shot from his hand on the first trip, Captain Erbes courageously made a total of four trips into enemy lines evacuating twelve seriously wounded men, six of whom would have died if they had not been given immediate medical attention. Captain Erbes' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Armored Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 95 (March 31, 1945)
Home Town: Nebraska FARRELL, JOHN L.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 Nov 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John L. Farrell, Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 November 1944. Technician Fourth Grade Farrell's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 26th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 278 (1945) *FEDERMANN, EDWARD C. (KIA)
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment
Date of Action: March 1943
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward C. Federmann (35458790), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with a Medical Detachment, in action against enemy forces in March 1943. Private Federmann's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 16 (1943)
Home Town: Cincinnati, Ohio FOLLIS, CLARENCE E.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 32nd Armor
Date of Action: 17-18 August 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Clarence E. Follis, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 32d Armor, in action against enemy forces on 17 and 18 August 1944. Corporal Follis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 86 (1944) *FONTES, EUGENE A. (KIA)
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Department, 60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 Dec 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Eugene A. Fontes (31445998), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 December 1944, in Germany. When a sergeant was severely wounded by shell fragments during a hostile artillery concentration, Private Fontes voluntarily crossed a fire-swept field to reach the wounded soldier. He was administering medical treatment when the sounds of an approaching shell were heard. Disdaining cover, he shielded the wounded man with his body. The shell landed nearby, killing Private Fontes instantly. The heroic and selfless actions of Private Fontes prevented further injuries to his wounded patient. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 26 (February 14, 1945)
Home Town: Rhode Island *FORD, WILLIS B. (KIA)
Private, U.S. Army
36th Armored Infantry Regiment, 3rd Armored Division
Date of Action: 30 October and 18 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Willis B. Ford (34845358), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 36th Armored Infantry Regiment, 3d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 October 1944 and on 18 November 1944, in Germany. On 30 October 1944, when heavy enemy artillery fire demolished a building housing his platoon Command Post, pinning three wounded soldiers beneath the debris, Private Ford, ignoring shells landing dangerously nearby, extricated the men and administered first aid. As additional casualties were sustained, Private Ford continued rendering medical treatment and supervising the evacuation of the wounded. On another occasion, while subjected to devastating machine gun and small arms fire on 18 November 1944, he advanced far forward of friendly lines and evacuated a wounded crew member from a disabled tank. While endeavoring to obtain a litter, he was struck by rifle fire and mortally wounded. Private Ford's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 3d Armored Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 45 (1945)
Home Town: Kershaw County, South Carolina FRIEDMAN, NORMAN
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
112th Medical Battalion
Date of Action: 2 August 1942
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Norman Friedman, Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 112th Medical Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 2 August 1942. Captain Friedman's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 448 (1943) GEHRMAN, FRANK R.
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
162nd Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 5 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frank R. Gehrman, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 162d Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 June 1944, at Biak Island, Dutch New guinea. After a battalion had dug in for the night, the enemy launched an attack, subjecting our perimeter to intense knee mortar, machine gun and sniper fire causing many casualties. Staff Sergeant Gehrman left his foxhole and exposed to enemy fire began caring for the wounded. Although the area around the perimeter was infested with enemy patrols, he volunteered to accompany litter cases to a place of safety. On seven different occasions, without regard for his personal safety he removed wounded men from areas of heavy enemy mortar, artillery and machine gun fire. By his exceptional courage on this occasion, Staff Sergeant Gehrman contributed to saving many lives. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 41st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 88 (1944)
Home Town: Scotts Mills, Oregon
GERAN, RAYMOND E.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
114th Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 4 December 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Raymond E. Geran, Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 114th Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 4 December 1944, at Voksberg, France. When the company to which he was attached was subjected to heavy mortar and point blank 20 millimeter cannon fire, which inflicted numerous casualties, Technician Fifth Grade Geran, a medical aid man, observing a soldier whose leg had been blown off, lying helpless in plain view of the enemy, left his protected position and rushed to his aid. While administering first aid to the wounded man Technician Fifth Grade Geran was hit by a 20 millimeter shell which blew off his arm. His spirit of self sacrifice and courageous solicitude for the welfare of a fellow soldier exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 44th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 93 (1945) *GOERLITZ, ADAM (KIA)
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 August 1943
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Adam Goerlitz (37203516), Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 August 1943. Technician Fourth Grade Goerlitz's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 19 (1943)
Home Town: Rush County, Kansas GORDON, GERALD S.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Company L, 143rd Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13-14 December 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Gerald S. Gordon (16146591), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with Company L, 143d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 and 14 December 1944 in the vicinity of Mittelwihr, France. When his company command post was attacked, Private First Class Gordon saw his comrades were dangerously outnumbered. Removing the protective insignia of an aid man from his uniform, he joined the fight as a combatant and took up a position at the telephone to coordinate artillery fire with the rifle fire of infantrymen in the building. As the enemy closed in, he personally directed mortar fire upon self-propelled guns, machine-gun positions, and hostile infantrymen. Seven times he emerged from the command post to treat the wounded and remove them to safety, on one occasion successfully bringing a comrade back under heavy machine-gun and rifle fire from a position only 25 yards from the enemy. After reconnoitering a route of withdrawal across an adjacent field under enemy mortar and machine-gun fire, Private First Class Gordon returned and helped repulse an assault by killing an enemy bazooka man and two Germans who were about to set up a machine gun. In an effort to reestablish communications, he volunteered to carry a telephone line across a field swept by enemy fire. He was reported missing in action from this mission. The heroic conduct of Private Gordon inspired the defenders of an important position at a critical time, inflicted heavy casualties on the enemy, and permitted the safe withdrawal of eight of his comrades. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 43 (May 30, 1945) GORNIAK, JOSEPH, JR.
Second Lieutenant, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
1st Medical Battalion
Date of Action: 7 August 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph Gorniak, Jr., Second Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Officer with the 1st Medical Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 7 August 1944. Second Lieutenant Gorniak's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 94 (1944) *GOUKAS, EDWARD J. (KIA)
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts
Date of Action: 24 January 1942
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward J. Goukas (36016838), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 24 January 1942. Private Goukas' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Allied Force Headquarterss in the Philippines, General Orders No. 18 (1942)
Home Town: Cook County, Illinois *GREENE, THOMAS A. (MIA-KIA)
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
15th Armored Infantry Battalion, 5th Armored Division
Date of Action: 18 Sep 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Thomas A. Greene (38103835), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 15th Armored Infantry Battalion, 5th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 September 1944, in Germany. A squad of armored infantrymen accompanied by a tank was assigned the mission of pushing through enemy positions to regain contact with the battalion Command Post. Staff Sergeant Greene, though wounded the previous day, voluntarily accompanied his comrades on the dangerous assignment. Near the enemy lines, the tank received a direct hit. While its crew members were attempting to dismount, two men were seriously wounded. Disregarding heavy artillery, mortar and small arms fire placed by the enemy upon the disabled tank, Staff Sergeant Greene advanced unhesitatingly to aid the wounded men. He ignored the pleas of his comrades to return to the rear when the squad was ordered to withdraw and chose to remain with the men. When intense enemy mortar fire began to fall in the area, Staff Sergeant Greene with calm efficiency and at the risk of his own life, continued to render medical treatment. He was last seen attempting to drag his wounded comrades to the safety of a nearby ditch. By his display of fearless courage, tenacity of purpose and unflinching devotion to duty, Staff Sergeant Greene exemplified the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflected great credit upon himself, the 5th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 82 (1944)
Home Town: Luna County, New Mexico *HACKETT, EDWARD J. (KIA)
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
87th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 7th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 September 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward J. Hackett (0-1692285), Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Medical Officer with the 87th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 7th Infantry Division, on 13 September 1944, in France. On many occasions Captain Hackett went forward under enemy fire to aid wounded and evacuate. On 13 September, in the woods near Malmaison, France, he went to within 10 yards of where the enemy was dug in to aid a wounded man. In doing so he was mortally wounded. Captain Hackett's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 22 (1945)
Home Town: Union County, New Jersey
HADLEY, GREEN D.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 February 1945
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Green D. Hadley, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 February 1945. Private First Class Hadley's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 68 (1945) HALEY, WILLIAM T.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
102nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized)
Date of Action: 25 August 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Captain William T. Haley, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 1012nd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized), in action against enemy forces on August 25, 1944, in France. When numerous casualties were inflicted upon two platoons of a reconnaissance unit ambushed by a large force of enemy infantry, Captain Haley, without hesitation and with complete disregard for his own safety, drove his vehicle to within 100 yards of the enemy’s position. Amid bursting shells and heavy machine gun and rifle fire, he administered medical treatment to the wounded and dying men. To avoid further jeopardy to their lives, he walked brazenly toward enemy lines and sued for a temporary truce so that he might evacuate the wounded. Upon learning that four American casualties were held as prisoners, Captain Haley persuaded the enemy to turn them over to him for medical treatment and evacuation. Captain Haley worked unceasingly for a five hour period, completely exposed to both friendly and enemy fire, in treating, splinting, and evacuating wounded soldiers. The personal bravery, unflinching devotion to duty and prowess displayed by Captain Haley exemplifies the highest traditions of the Armed forces
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 87 (1944); “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Newton, Massachusetts *HALL, HENRY H. (KIA)
Private First Class, U.S. Army
397th Anti-Aircraft Artillery (AW) Battalion (Provisional)
Date of Action: 6 June 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Henry H. Hall, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 397th Anti-Aircraft Artillery (AW) Battalion (Provisional), in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. Private First Class Hall's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 55 (1944) HALL, LAWRENCE C.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
3rd Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts
Date of Action: 24 January 1942
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lawrence C. Hall, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 3d Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 24 January 1942, in the vicinity of Abucay Hacienda, Philippine Islands. Private First Class Hall's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Allied Force Headquarterss in the Philippines, General Orders No. 18 (1942)
Home Town: Jellico, Tennessee
HALL, MARLYN
Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army
442nd Infantry Regiment, 106th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 December 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Marlyn Hall, Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 422d Infantry Regiment, 106th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 December 1944. Technician Third Grade Hall's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 106th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 24 (1946) *HALL, WILLIS B. (KIA)
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
335th Infantry Regiment, 84th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 29-30 November and 1 December 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Willis B. Hall (34575366), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 335th Infantry Regiment, 84th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 29 - 30 November 1944 and 1 December 1944, in Germany. Technician Fifth Grade Hall courageously braved fierce enemy fire and repeatedly crawled several hundred yards to render first aid to soldiers wounded in action. With complete disregard for his own personal safety, he performed missions of mercy for men of not only his own unit but other units as well. Through his intrepid actions, Technician Fifth Grade Hall saved the lives of at least eight wounded fellow soldiers. The extraordinary heroism and courageous actions of Technician Fifth Grade Hall exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 84th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 66 (1945)
Home Town: Baxley, Georgia
*HARBALA, WALTER (KIA)
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
411th Infantry Regiment
Date of Action: 21 April 1945
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Walter Harbala (36549261), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 411th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 21 April 1945. Technician Fifth Grade Harbala's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 352 (1945)
Home Town: Wayne County, Michigan
HARBAUGH, FRANCIS L. "BUD"
Private, U.S. Army
Company A, 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Francis L. "Bud" Harbaugh (37298441), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman attached to Company A, 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, at Chef-du-Pont, France. Due to heavy enemy machine gun, mortar and artillery fire, numerous casualties were suffered by the men in Private Harbaugh's company. With complete disregard for his own safety, Private Harbaugh on numerous occasions fearlessly crawled forward over open terrain to administer first aid and carry wounded personnel to safety. The outstanding courage and fortitude of Private Harbaugh reflects the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 31 (July 1, 1944) *HARRINGTON, EARL W. (KIA)
Private First Class, U.S. Army
109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 August 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Earl W. Harrington (36371008), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 109th Infantry Regiment, 28th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 August 1944, in France. While crawling toward a wounded soldier, Private First Class Harrington was struck by enemy machine gun fire. With great effort, he reached the wounded man and, as he completed dressing his wound, a second rifleman was hit approximately ten feet away. Ignoring his own wounds, Private First Class Harrington went to his aid. Private First Class Harrington was fatally wounded when he covered the rifleman with his body to protect him from flying fragments of a mortar shell which landed nearby. By his selfless personal courage, Private First Class Harrington exemplified the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and his actions reflect great credit upon himself, the 28th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 24 (February 10, 1945)
Home Town: Winnebago County, Illinois
HEIDGER, LUTHER C. (POW)
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
19th Bombardment Group (H), Far East Air Forces, U.S. Army Air Forces
Date of Action: 8 December 1941
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Luther C. Heidger (0-205275), Major (Medical Corps), U.S. Army Air Forces, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Officer with the 19th Bombardment Group (H), Far East Air Forces, in action against enemy forces on 8 December 1941, in the Philippine Islands. Major Heidger, Flight Surgeon 19th Bombardment Group, with complete disregard for his own safety, provided medical aid to the wounded and dying during an intense Japanese attack on Clark Field, Luzon. Major Heidger moved from casualty to casualty in spite of the continued strafing by Japanese aircraft. Major Heidger's outstanding accomplishments, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the Far East Air Forces, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Office of the Department Commander, South West Pacific Command, General Orders No. 2 (1942)
Home Town: Fairfield, Connecticut *HICKS, GLYNN W. (MIA-KIA)
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
3rd Battalion, 6th Armored Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division
Date of Action: 8 November 1942
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Glynn W. Hicks (15057520), Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 3d Battalion, 6th Armored Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 November 1942, in North Africa. Technician Fourth Grade Hicks' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Armored Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 13 (1943)
Home Town: Knox County, Kentucky *HILL, EDGAR W.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 8 Sep 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Private Edgar W. Hill (ASN: 31269360), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 September 1944. On that date, the 11th Infantry Regiment, with which Private Hill was serving as a Medical Aid Man, was engaged in a fierce attack against the enemy near Dornot, France. Many soldiers fell wounded and Private Hill volunteered to go forward under the withering enemy fire to administer first aid. He courageously remained at his forward position under fire throughout the night, aiding the wounded. During a furious enemy counter-attack, he courageously made his way forward beyond the front lines to answer to a wounded soldier's call, ignoring the intense enemy fire. While Private Hill was administering aid to the wounded soldier both of them were killed by a burst of enemy automatic fire. The supreme sacrifice Private Hill made above and beyond the call of duty; his intrepid courage and heroic devotion to duty, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 6 (January 7, 1945) HINER, CLARENCE L.
Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army
38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 18 December 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Clarence L. Hiner, Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 December, 1944. Technician Third Grade Hiner's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 101 (1945)
HOJNOWSKI, FRANK J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
114th Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 November 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frank J. Hojnowski, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 114th Infantry Regiment, 44th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1944. Private First Class Hojnowski's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 44th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 85 (1945) HOLLAND, ROBERT H.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
1st Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 23 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert H. Holland, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the Medical Detachment, 1st Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 November 1944, in Germany. Private Holland, a litter bearer, and three other soldiers volunteered to cross open terrain in the face of enemy artillery, mortar and small-arms fire, to deliver blood plasma to a forward aid station. After successfully passing through enemy fire and delivering the plasma to its destination, Private Holland assisted in the treatment of casualties. When it was learned that one of the casualties was in immediate need of surgical care, Private Holland volunteered to evacuate him over the same route he had previously traveled. Again facing the known dangers of the trip, Private Holland, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, successfully completed his task. It was then learned that Private Holland was suffering from a severe case of pleurisy, with a temperature of 102 degrees. Private First Class Holland's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 36 (1945)
Home Town: Watertown, New York
HORTON, NOAH
Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army
12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10-13 November 1944
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Noah Horton, Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 10 to 13 November 1944. Technician Third Grade Horton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 191 (1945)
HUBBARD, RALPH W.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Corps
Date of Action: 7 April 1942
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Ralph W. Hubbard, Major (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 7 April 1942. Major Hubbard's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 96 (1945) |
