Interesting Notes:
Major Roy Day Jr’s action occurred the day after Pearl Harbor as a member of the Army Air Forces at Clark Field, Philippine Islands. He was later taken as a POW. Read about Major Day's heroic actions in the AMEDD Historian.
Major William B. Dinneen, Dental Corps, is a double recipient of the Silver Star.
* Denotes Posthumous Award
DAHL, WILLARD A.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 39th Infantry Division, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: World War II
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Willard A. Dahl, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 39th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division during World War II.The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Dahl’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 7, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1945
DAMAZO, DAVID
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 255th Infantry Regiment, 63rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 February 1945
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class David Damazo (ASN: 31371875), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 255th Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 6 February 1945, in the vicinity of Wiesviller, France. While Private First Class Damazo's company was attacking a heavily mined sector, he continually gave first aid to his men, although constantly exposed to enemy mortar and small arms fire. In addition, he rescued one wounded man from enemy machine gun fire. His outstanding gallantry and determination to complete his mission as aid man reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: Headquarters, 63d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 17 (February 25, 1945)
Home of Record: Bediora, Massachusetts
DAVIDSON, DOUGLAS T. Jr.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 101st Airborne Division
Date of Action: 11 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, under the provision of AR 600-45, 22 September 1943 and pursuant to authority contained in paragraph 5, Section I, Circular 66, Headquarters First United States Army, 18 May 1944, the Silver Star is awarded to Major Douglas T. Davidson Jr., Medical Corps, United States Army, distinguished himself by gallantry in action. On 11 June 1944, Major Davidson voluntarily came forward from the Regimental Aid Station and led a group of litter bearers across the causeway leading into Carentan, France, to evacuate a large group of wounded men. With utter disregard for his own safety, and being continuously subjected to fire of all types, Major Davidson walked down the middle of the road about 100 yards in advance of the litter bearers armed with nothing but a Red Cross Flag. Since the Red Cross Flag was not visible to the enemy along a major portion of this road, the enemy fire did not lift until Major Davidson had crossed the last of four bridges. He continued alone to the enemy lines and stayed there until all of the casualties had been evacuated. This action undoubtedly saved the lives of about twenty seriously wounded men and served as an inspiration to the entire command. His conduct was in accordance with the highest standards of military service.
General Orders: Headquarters, 101st Airborne Division, General Orders No. 13, 4 July 1944
Home of Record: Delaware
DAVIES, WINFRED
Technician Fifth Grade, U. S. Army
Medical Detachment, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division
Date of Action: *** 1943
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Winfred Davies , United States Army, for gallantry in action on **** 1943, about three miles northeast of ****, Italy. Technician Fifth Grade Davies, Medical Detachment, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, observing a wounded soldier lying in an exposed position in front of our troops, crept forward in the face of heavy small arms fire and administered first aid. He then proceeded to move the wounded soldier to a position of cover. Technician Fifth Grade Davies' actions, accomplished with coolness and deliberation in the face of almost certain death, are a tribute to the tradition of the Medical Corps.
General Orders: General Order number 37, Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division, 31 October 1943
Home of Record: Elmira, New York
DAVIS, CECIL H.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
577th Motor Ambulance Company
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Cecil H. Davis, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 577th Motor Ambulance Company. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Davis’ extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 95, Headquarters, First Army, 1944
DAVIS, CLAUDE M.
Technician Fifth Grade, U. S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Technician Fifth Grade Claude M. Davis, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Davis’ extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 38, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division 1945
DAVIS, HOMER L.
Private, U.S. Army
307th Airborne Medical Company, 82d Airborne Division
Date of Action: 6 October 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Homer L. Davis (ASN: 34737905), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 307th Airborne Medical Company, 82d Airborne Division, in action on 6 October 1944, about two miles from ****, Holland. Private Davis, medical jeep driver, when a call for medical aid came from a forward company command post, voluntarily and with utter disregard of his own safety, drove his vehicle for 1,500 yards over a small road under constant enemy observation and heavy mortar fire. Although he understood the instructions that vehicular evacuation was not expected and could not be safely effected until the barrage had lifted, Private Davis unhesitatingly proceeded through the danger area to reach three seriously wounded men. He loaded them on his medical jeep and was returning over the heavily shelled route when a mortar shell landed ten feet in front of his vehicle, killing one of the medical aid men accompanying him, again wounding the two casualties, and seriously wounding himself. Despite the acute pain suffered, Private Davis insured prompt medical treatment for his wounded comrades. Private Davis' gallant and courageous actions reflect great credit upon himself and the Army Medical Corps.
General Orders: General Order number 60, Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division, 30 November 1944
Home of Record: Jefferson City, TN
DAVIS, JOHN S.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 10th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis, Citation Needed:
Private First Class John S. Davis, United States Army was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with the 1st Battalion, 10th Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division in Europe during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Davis’ extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 42, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945
Home of Record: Phillipsburg, NJ
DAVIS, LESTER
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: World War II
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Lester Davis, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry Division during World War II.The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Lester’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 38, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1943
DAVIS, OGILVIE H.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 121st Infantry Regiment
Date of Action: 27 November 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant [then Technician Third Grade] Ogilvie H. Davis , United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 121st Infantry Regiment, in action against the enemy on 27 November 1944, in the Hurtgen Forest, Germany. When a medical aid station was completely demolished by a direct hit from an enemy shell, Sergeant Davis organized a volunteer medical supply group and proceeded through a heavy mined area and under enemy fire some two or three miles forward to the edge of Hurtgen, Germany, where he set up an emergency station. Though wounded in this gallant venture, he remained at his post treating the wounded. The courage, initiative, and heroic action displayed by Sergeant Davis were instrumental in saving many lives that might otherwise have been lost and reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: Department of the Army, General Orders No. 85 (September 25, 1951)
DAVIS, ROBERT R.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 & 8 February 1945
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Robert R. Davis (ASN: 18013724), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with a Medical Detachment of the 80th Infantry Division in Luxembourg, on 7 & 8 February 1945, in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States. On 7 and 8 February 1945, while an infantry combat team was establishing a bridgehead across the Sauer River, the problem of evacuating the wounded was complicated by the swift current of the river and artillery and mortar fire. Private First Class Davis, driving a litter-equipped vehicle, volunteered to try to evacuate the wounded. During the forty-eight hour period he made many trips over muddy roads and through machine gun and small arms fire. He was the first driver to get a vehicle to the site of the river crossing and his actions resulted in saving many lives. His courage, initiative, and devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the armed forces of the United States.
General Orders: Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 83 (March 24, 1945)
Home of Record: Texas
*DAY, LEMUEL F.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
2d Field Hospital
Date of Action: 7 December 1942
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Major (Medical Corps) Lemuel F. Day , United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Officer assigned to the 2d Field Hospital at Sememi, New Guinea, on 7 December 1942. Major Day cared for the sick and wounded, working courageously and fearlessly, entirely oblivious of his personal safety, while continually being bombed and strafed by enemy planes. Major Day's gallant actions and dedicated devotion to his fellow man, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: The Military Surgeon, March 1943
Home of Record: Chicago, Illinois
DAY JR., ROY W.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
7th Material Squadron, 19th Bombardment Group (Heavy), V Bomber Command
Date of Action: 8 December 1941
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major, Medical Corps, [then First Lieutenant] Roy W. Day, Jr., United States Army Air Forces, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Officer with the 7th Material Squadron, 19th Bombardment Group (Heavy), V Bomber Command, in action at Clark Field, Philippine Islands, on 8 December 1941. Seeing wounded men on the field, without hesitation or regard for his own safety, Major Day ran to their assistance, administering immediate and timely first aid, and assisted in evacuating the wounded. Major Day's prompt and gallant actions contributed a great deal toward saving a number of lives and were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service, reflecting great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 69, War Department, July 1946
Home of Record: California
DEAL, DOUGLAS
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Private First Class Douglas Deal, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Deal’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 38, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945
DEAN, GARLAND
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 692d Tank Destroyer Battalion, 42d Infantry Division
Date of Action: 4 April 1945
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Garland Dean (ASN: 38212373), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 692d Tank Destroyer Battalion, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 4 April 1945 near Fishbach, Germany. As Medical Aid Man, Private Dean was riding in the leading tank destroyer of his platoon in an assault on the Seigfried Line when he observed a friendly tank hit and set afire by enemy artillery. Leaving his destroyer, Private Dean crawled 500 yards under artillery, mortar and small arms fire to reach the burning tank. Completely exposed to enemy fire, he climbed onto the vehicle and removed the wounded crew members. He then carried each man to cover and administered first aid. By his courage and devotion to duty he undoubtedly saved the lives of the tank crew.
General Orders: Headquarters, 42d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 117 (July 16, 1945)
Home of record: Russellville, Arkansas
DEAN, JAMES M.
Private First Class, Army Medical Department, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 83rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to Private First Class James M. Dean, Army Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action in 1944. Private Dean displayed gallantry in action under extremely dangerous conditions. His tireless devotion to duty and total disregard for his own safety and great courage in the face of the enemy reflect great credit upon himself, the Army Medical Department and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 26, Headquarters, 83rd Infantry Division, 1944; The 83rd Spearhead newspaper, August 27, 1944
Home of Record: Ohio
DEAS, THOMAS M.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
124th Infantry Regiment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 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 Silver Star to Major Thomas M. Deas, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Regimental Surgeon with the 124th Infantry Regiment, 31st Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Major Deas’ extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 63, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 1944
Home of Record: New Orleans, LA
DEBENEDETTO, RUSSELL, J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Action Date: 14 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Russell J. DeBenedetto, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division, in action in northern France. On 14 June 1944 the infantry company to which Private First Class DeBenedetto was attached, moving forward in the attack, had outdistanced the units on its right and left. When the left flank platoon received heavy surprise machine-gun fire, three men fell wounded and although the enemy continued to spray the unit with withering fire, Private First Class DeBenedetto, without regard for his own safety, advanced over the field, administered first aid and remained with the wounded until relieved.
General Orders: General Order number 22, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 3 July 1944
Home of Record: Louisiana
DECARLO, EDMUND J.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 7th Armored Division
Date of Action: August 23, 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Edmund J. DeCarlo, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 7th Armored Division, in action in France, on 23 August 1944. Technician Fifth Grade DeCarlo's gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 48, Headquarters 7th Armored Division, 14 September 1944
Home of Record: New York
DELLEN, FRANCIS A.
Technician Fourth Grade, Medical Department U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 29 December 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, dated 22 September 1943, as amended, and Memorandum 34, Headquarters Ninth United States Army, 8 September 1944, a Silver Star Medal is awarded to Technician Fourth Grade Francis A. Dellen, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division in action near ***, Luxembourg, on 29 December 1944. On 29 December, six wounded men were lying in an exposed position under direct observation by enemy forces less than a hundred yards distant, subject to heavy enemy mortar, machine gun and small arms fire. Seeing the plight of his wounded comrades, Technician Dellen immediately went to their rescue. Crawling from one soldier to another, he administered first aid and evacuated the men to safety. Even though he was wounded by enemy fire during his efforts, Technician Dellen continued on his mission until all the men had been treated. He then allowed his own wounds to be dressed at the aid station, but voluntarily returned to the front when he learned that there was a shortage of aid men. Technician Dellen's intrepid loyalty to wounded comrades-in-arms was an inspiration to all the men about him and reflects the highest credit upon the Medical Department of the Army.
General Orders: General Order number 11, Headquarters, 35th Infantry Division, 12 February 1945
Home of Record: Pennsylvania
DEMEO, PAUL M.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Technician Fifth Grade Paul M. DeMeo, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Demeo’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 70, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945
*DENNISON, JOHN B.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 May 1945
Citation:
By direction of the President of the United States of America, under provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bulletin 43, War Department, 1918), a Silver Star is awarded posthumously by the Commanding General, 31st Infantry Division to Private First Class John B. Dennison, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action at Maramag, Mindanao, Philippine Islands, on 7 May 1945. When the infantry battalion to which he was attached as aid man and litter bearer sustained several casualties as the result of a heavy fire fight, Private First Class Dennison voluntarily and with complete disregard for his own safety remained in an open field under withering machine gun and small arms fire to administer aid to the wounded until he was killed. Private First Class Dennison’s unselfish act above and beyond the call of duty was instrumental in saving the lives of his comrades at the sacrifice of his own life and exemplifies the highest traditions of the Service.
General Orders: General Order number 60, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 1 June 1945
Home of Record: Virginia
DEORNELLAS, EARL H.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 10th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Unconfirmed, Citation Needed:
Private First Class Earl H. DeOrnellas, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Deornellas’ extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 32, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1944
DERRICK, RAYMOND E.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 41st Infantry Division
Date of Action: January 5, 1943
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Raymond E. Derrick, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II near Soputa, New Guinea. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Derrick’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Order: General Order number 21, Headquarters, 41st Infantry Division, 1943. The Bulletin of the US Army Medical Department
DEVEREAUX, JOSEPH F.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Joseph F. Devereaux, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Devereaux’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Order: General Order number 94, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1945
DILORETO, PANFILO C.
Captain, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Unconfirmed, Citation Needed:
Captain Panfilo C. DiLoreto, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Captain Diloreto’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 30, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1944
DIEPENHORST, HOWARD J.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 253rd Infantry Regiment, 63rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 3 January 1945
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Howard J. Diepenhorst (ASN: 36876308), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 253d Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 3 January 1945 in the vicinity of Gros Rederching, France. Although subjected to heavy artillery, mortar and small arms fire, Technician Fifth Grade Diepenhorst, with utter disregard for his personal safety, moved among the men of Company L, administering first aid. During the most severe phase of the enemy artillery fire, it was necessary for Technician Fifth Grade Diepenhorst to creep and crawl to fox holes and trenches for extended periods in order to treat the wounded. Technician Fifth Grade Diepenhorst's outstanding bravery, courage, and sincere devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, 63d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 14 (February 22, 1945)
Home of Record: Holland, Michigan
DIETZMAN, ALFRED L.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
24th Infantry Division
Action Date: 26-Oct-44
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Alfred L. Dietzman (ASN: 38100446), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 24th Infantry Division near Pastrana, Leyte, Philippine Islands, on 26 October 1944. The company to which Private Dietzman was attached was pinned down by fire from an enemy pillbox and the two lead scouts were wounded and were partially exposed to fire from the pillbox. Private Dietzman, with utter disregard for his own safety, crawled approximately twenty yards in the face of enemy machine gun and sniper fire to administer medical treatment to the wounded men. Upon arrival he found one man dead, so he began administering aid to the other. During this time he was wounded in the leg, but he continued to administer aid to the wounded man and withdrew only when his work was complete. Private Dietzman's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 29 (December 5, 1944)
Home of record: Phoenix, Arizona
DI LORETO, PANFILO C.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, has awarded the Silver Star Medal to Captain Panfilo C. Di Loreto, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in 1944. Captain Di Loreto’s fortitude, 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 5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 38, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Detroit, Michigan
DINES, JAMES J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 358th Infantry Regiment, 90th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 June 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Corporal (then Private First Class] James J. Dines, United States Army, for gallantry in action in northern France while serving with the Medical Detachment, 358th Infantry Regiment, 90th Infantry Division. On 11 June 1944 in the vicinity of ****, France, when his battalion was attacking, Corporal Dines volunteered to go into an area then under heavy mortar and small arms fire. He assisted in carrying out a man who was wounded and bleeding badly. Making his way under fire to the wounded man he was able to stop the bleeding and improvised a litter from impregnated clothing and boards and completed the evacuation thereby saving a life at the great risk of his own. This gallant action on the part of Corporal Dines is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 38, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 16 August 1944
Home of Record: Pennsylvania
DINNEEN, WILLIAM B. (First Award) (POW)
Major, Dental Corps, U.S. Army
Philippine Islands
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major William B. Dinneen, Dental Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Dental Corps officer in the Philippine Islands during WW II. Major Dinneen’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: Bulletin of US Army Medical Department, October 1946. General Order 28, Philippine Coast Artillery Command, Fort Mills, Philippine Islands, 22 April 1942 (as reported in General Order 71, War Department, 17 July 1946)
Home of Record: Missoula, MT
DINNEEN, WILLIAM B. (Second Award) (POW)
Major, Dental Corps, U.S. Army
Philippine Islands
Date of Action: 5 – 6 May 1942
Citation:
By direction of the President, in addition to the Silver Star awarded to Major William B Dinneen, Dental Corps, as published in General Orders 28, Philippine Coast Artillery Command, Fort Mills, Philippine Islands, 22 April 1942, a bronze Oak Leaf Cluster for gallantry in action was awarded to him by General J. M. Wainwright, United States Army, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918). The citation is as follows: Major William B. Dinneen, Dental Corps, Army of the United States displayed gallantry in action on Corregidor, Philippine Islands, on 5 – 6 May 1942. Although a dental officer, he established a first aid station at Battery Way during an intense artillery and air bombardment and administered first aid to about 60 wounded men. Whenever casualties occurred in the heavily shelled gun pit, he, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, assisted in removing the wounded. Major Dinneen’s gallant action and timely first aid saved the lives of a number of men who would have bled to death.
General Orders: General Order number 71, War Department 1946, Bulletin of US Army Medical Department, October 1946
Home of Record: Missoula, MT
DIOSDADO, CESARIO
Sergeant, Medical Department U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 20 July 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, dated 22 September 1943, as amended, and Memorandum 34, Headquarters Ninth United States Army, 8 September 1944, a Silver Star Medal is awarded to Sergeant Cesario Diosdado, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division in action near ***, France on 20 July 1944. Sergeant Diosdado skillfully administered first aid to a wounded soldier, despite heavy enemy shelling in the immediate vicinity, thereafter evacuating his patient and two other casualties. Later that day, he led a litter team, by vehicle, over areas known to be mined, then by foot, under enemy observation and fire of all types. Sergeant Diosdado received a hand wound, but tenaciously made several such trips over dangerous terrain before permitting treatment of his own wound, at which time he had assured himself that all casualties had been evacuated and thus spared further injury and possible death. His gallant actions are in accord with military tradition and reflect credit upon the Medical Department of the Army.
General Orders: General Order number 15, Headquarters, 35th Infantry Division, 26 February 1945
Home of Record: Texas
DIRUBBO, SALVATORE L.
Technician Third Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 253rd Infantry Regiment, 63rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 13 February 1945
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Third Grade Salvatore L. DiRubbo (ASN: 32538044), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 253d Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 13 February 1945, in the vicinity of Hanveiler, Germany. Technician Third Grade DiRubbo voluntarily went forward with an attacking platoon and, noticing a casualty in a schu-mine area, rushed to his aid. Technician Third Grade DiRubbo, despite the bursting of mortar shells about him, one of which instantly killed two persons several feet from him, continued to furnish aid to the wounded man. His action was directly responsible for saving the life of this man and after evacuating him, he administered aid under constant fire to fifteen casualties. Technician Fifth Grade Dirubbos outstanding bravery, courage, and sincere devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, 63d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 63 (March 29, 1945)
Home of Record: Peakskill, New York
DISLER, SAUL J.
Private, U. S. Army
Medical Detachment, 63rd Armored Infantry Battalion, 11th Armored Division
Date of Action: 30 December 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Saul J. Disler, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the Medical Detachment, 63rd Armored Infantry Battalion, 11th Armored Division in action near Remagne, Belgium, in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States. On 30 December 1944, while Company B, to which he was attached, was advancing toward Remagne, Belgium, Private Disler observed that two tanks to his right front had been hit by enemy shell fire and were burning. With utter disregard of personal safety and with unflinching courage, he immediately moved through intense artillery fire toward the blazing tanks. Upon reaching them, he evacuated two members of the tank crews, rendered first aid and assisted the wounded men to the aid station. The disregard of personal safety and loyal devotion to duty displayed by Private Disler was in accordance with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 9, Headquarters, 11th Armored Infantry Division, 1945
*DIXON, MARVIN
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division
Date of Action: 2 February 1945
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Technician Fifth Grade Marvin Dixon (ASN: 35265795), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action on 2 February 1945, near ****, Germany. Technician Fifth Grade Dixon, a Company Aid Man, unhesitatingly crossed two hundred yards of wooded terrain under extremely heavy enemy fire to administer first aid to a wounded soldier in an exposed position. While administering first aid to a wounded man, Technician Fifth Grade Dixon was instantly killed. His sacrificial devotion to duty and utter disregard for extreme danger upholds the traditions of the Medical Corps in which he served.
General Orders: General Order number 32, Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division, 12 March 1945
Home of Record: Wago, KY
DODSON, CLIFTON
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 May 1945
Synopsis: Citation Needed
By direction of the President of the United States of America, under provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bulletin 43, War Department, 1918), a Silver Star is awarded by the Commanding General, 31st Infantry Division to Staff Sergeant Clifton Dodson, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action at Maramag, Mindanao, Philippine Islands, on 7 May 1945. When the infantry battalion to which he was attached as leader of a litter squad sustained several casualties as the result of a heavy fire fight, Staff Sergeant Dodson voluntarily and with complete disregard for his own safety remained in an open field under withering machine gun and small arms fire to administer vital aid to the wounded. Although he himself was wounded and the litter bearer assisting him was killed, he continued on his mission and helped carry a wounded comrade back to safety. By his courage, stamina and devotion to duty he undoubtedly was instrumental in saving the lives of his comrades. This act reflects great credit upon Staff Sergeant Dodson and upholds the highest traditions of the Service.
General Orders: General Order number 60, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 1 June 1945
Home of Record: Plain Dealing, LA
DOMINSKI, ANTHONY V.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division
Action Date: 10 June 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 Silver Star to Captain Anthony V. Dominski, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the Medical Detachment, 90th Infantry Division in Northern France on 10 June 1944. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Captain Dominski’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 73, Headquarters, 90th Infantry Division, 23 September 1944
Home of Record: Illinois
DONNELLY, ROY V.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
23rd Armored Infantry Battalion, 7th Armored Division
Date of Action: 24 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 Silver Star to Private First Class Roy V. Donnelly, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 23d Armored Infantry Battalion, 7th Armored Division, in action in France, on 24 August 1944. Private First Class Donnelly's gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No. 46, Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, 12 September 1944
Home of Record: New York
DORFINDER, STANLEY D.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry Division
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star to Private Stanley D. Dorfinder, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private Dorfinder’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Order: General Order number 39, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1943
DOROW, HOWARD A.
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 10th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Staff Sergeant Howard A. Dorow, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. Staff Sergeant Dorow's gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 12, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945
DOVE, DAVID
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 87th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 February – 2 March 1945
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to Captain David Dove, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action from 27 February to 2 March 1945 near Ormont, Germany. He worked long hours without relief in directing the evacuation of many casualties. His leadership, coolness under fire and untiring devotion to duty were an inspiration to his men and reflect highest credit upon his character and training as an officer. Captain Dove’s actions reflect great credit upon himself, the Medical Department of the Army, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 68, Headquarters, 87th Infantry Division, 1945; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Beverly, Massachusetts
DUFF, WILLIAM
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Department, 24th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 26 October 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade William Duff (ASN: 39113505), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 24th Infantry Division at Pastrana, Leyte, Philippine Islands, on 26 October 1944. While attacking four enemy pillboxes a soldier was seriously wounded about 20 yards to the front of the pillboxes. With complete disregard for his own safety, Technician Duff advanced under enemy fire and administered medical treatment to the wounded man. He then brought the wounded soldier back to safety in order that he might be evacuated. Technician Duff's outstanding display of courage and devotion to duty at the risk of his life reflects great credit on himself and the military service.
General Orders: Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 29 (December 5, 1944)
Home of record: Crockett, California
DUKAS, HARRY G.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Corporal Harry G. Dukas, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division during World War II. Corporal Dukas' gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order No 8, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945
DUGAN, JOSEPH A.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, XI Corps
Date of Action: 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, has awarded the Silver Star Medal to Captain Joseph A. Dugan, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in 1944. Captain Dugan’s fortitude, 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 XI Corps, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 30, Headquarters, XI Corps, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Washington, DC
DUKE, WILLIE N.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 7th Armored Division
Date of Action: 27 to 29 October 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Willie N. Duke, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the Medical Detachment, 7th Armored Division, in action in Holland, from 27 to 29 October 1944. Private Duke's gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Orders No 110, Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, December 4, 1944
Home of Record: Ohio
DUKOVICH, DONALD
Private First Class, U.S. Army
504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division
Date of Action: 26 December 1944
Citation:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class [then Private] Donald Dukovich (ASN: 33300729), United States Army, for heroic conduct while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action on 26 December 1944, about one and one half mile from Bra, Belgium. During a tremendous barrage of artillery and mortar fire from the advancing enemy, Private First Class Dukovich, Company Medic, set out to give aid to a squad of men, of which many had been wounded by the heavy combat action. On his way forward, he was wounded by he kept going and efficiently administered necessary first aid to the men. He then made many trips to evacuate the men safely to the rear slope of a nearby hill. When all the men had been cared for, Private First Class Dukovich had his own wounds dressed. His swift actions and steadfast devotion to duty were directly responsible for saving the lives of the more seriously wounded and bringing immediate relief to all of the wounded. Private First Class Dukovich's gallant actions and selfless devotion to duty, without regard for his own safety, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division, General Orders No. 122 (October 5, 1945)
Home of record: Aliquippa, Pennsylvania
DUNN, RILEY B. JR.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 6th Infantry Division
Date of Action: Unknown
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Riley B. Dunn Jr., United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Dunn’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
General Order: General Order number 57, Headquarters, 6th Infantry Division, 1945. The Bulletin of the US Army Medical Department
DUPUY, ELBERT NEWTON
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 1st Armored Division
Date of Action: 1943
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to Captain Elbert Newton DuPuy, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in the vicinity of Tunisia, North Africa. During heavy enemy shelling of the command post an officer was wounded an unable to reach shelter. Captain DuPuy unhesitatingly ran through heavy and accurate artillery fire to reach the wounded officer. Although the position continued to receive heavy artillery fire, he disregarded his own welfare by remaining with the officer calmly and efficiently completing his first aid treatment. The courage, perseverance, and devotion to duty displayed by Captain DuPuy reflect great credit upon himself and the command and are highly commendable.
General Orders: General Order 47, Headquarters, 1st Armored Division, 1943; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Beckley, West Virginia
DUSTIN, MELVIN W.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: August 19, 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Melvin W. Dustin , United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 19 August 1944 in France. Private Dustin's gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 41 (September 22, 1944)
Home of record: Maryland
DYER, EDWARD C.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 10th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, and pursuant to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to Major Edward C. Dyer, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in the vicinity of the Apennine Mountains and the Po Valley. Major Dyer braved heavy enemy fire and artillery shelling to set up aid stations and to evacuate wounded from immediately behind the fighting lines. His devotion to duty in the face of brutal enemy resistance, and his perseverance in evacuating wounded reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
General Orders: General Order number 80, Headquarters, 10th Infantry Division, 1945; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Boston, Massachusetts
DYE, RAYMOND L.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 814th Tank Destroyer Battalion (Self Propelled), 7th Armored Division
Date of Action: 27 – 29 October 1944
Synopsis, Citation Needed:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private Raymond L. Dye, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a medical aidman with the 814th Tank Destroyer Battalion (Self Propelled), 7th Armored Division in action in Holland from 27 to 29 October 1944. Private Dye’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 26, Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, 30 January 1945
Home of Record: Kansas
