AMEDD Silver Star > WWII

Interesting Notes:

Colonel Jarrett M. Huddleston also earned the Citation Star as a First Lieutenant in WW I

Major Wilfred F. Heinbach Jr. also earned the Bronze Star with "V" device

Private First Class Welbey Hatton performed a battlefield amputation in order to evacuate one of two casualties. Ultimately, he saved both of their lives.

Captain William N. Heffner, Medical Corps, is a double recipient of the Silver Star.

Private First Class Harry Heiberger was successfully evacuating a wounded enemy soldier when a fanatical civilian scored a direct hit on his vehicle with a rocket launcher, mortally wounding him.

* Denotes Posthumous Award

HACKER, CARL P.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
634th Medical Clearing 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 Technician Fifth Grade Carl P. Hacker, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 634th Medical Clearing Company. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Hacker’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 43, Headquarters, First Army, 1944

HAFT, ALBERT J.
First Lieutenant, 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 First Lieutenant Albert J. Haft, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry Division during World War II. First Lieutenant Haft'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: General Order number 67, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1943

HALFORD, ALLAN E.
First Sergeant, 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 First Sergeant Allan E. Halford, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 9th Infantry Division during World War II.First Sergeant Halford'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: General Order number 111, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1944

*HALL, JOSEPH H.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: September 5, 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 (Posthumously) to Private Joseph H. Hall, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 5 September 1944 in France. Private Hall'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: Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 63 (October 22, 1944)
Home of record: Henrico County, Virginia

*HAMMEN, CHARLES
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: 10-Nov-44
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 Charles Hammen (ASN: 27660429), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in action in France, on 10 November 1944. During fierce action near Delme Ridge, France, Technician Fifth Grade Hammen courageously exposed himself to intense hostile machine gun fire in order to administer aid to his wounded comrades and direct their evacuation. Exhibiting tireless, unflinching devotion to his cause, and with utter disregard for his own safety he worked all night and successfully accomplished the evacuation of all the wounded. Technician Fifth Grade Hammen's heroic actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: Headquarters, 3d Army, General Orders No. 150 (June 23, 1945)
Home of record: Harper, Iowa

HAMMER, CARL W.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 1st 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 Captain Carl W. Hammer, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in 1944. Captain Hammer 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 33, Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Oxford, Michigan

HANCHAR, JOHN JR.
Private First Class, Army Medical Service, U.S. Army
324th Medical Battalion, 99th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 April 1945
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 John Hanchar Jr., Army Medical Service, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company C, 324th Medical Battalion, 99th Infantry Division on 27 April 1945. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Hanchar’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 76, Headquarters, 99th Infantry Division, 30 June 1945

HANIKA, JACK F.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
253rd Infantry Regiment, 63rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 24 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 Fifth Grade Jack F. Hanika (ASN: 36874692), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 253d Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 24 February 1945. in the vicinity of Bubingen, Germany. Technician Fifth Grade Hanika, Aidman of an Infantry platoon, disregarding the hazards of a Schu-mine field, intense artillery and mortar fire, crossed this area on two occasions to administer first aid to the wounded soldiers. His courageous actions were responsible for saving the lives of these men, and his outstanding gallantry is in accord with the highest traditions of the Medical Corps.
General Orders: Headquarters, 63d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 46 (March 18, 1945)
Home of Record: Grosse Point, Michigan

HANLEY, SAMUEL D.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Technician Fourth Grade Samuel D. Hanley, 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. Technician Fourth Grade Hanley’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: General Order No 23, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1944

HANLON, PAUL A.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 30th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 August 1944
Citation:
Under the provisions of AR 600-45, 22 September 1943, and pursuant to authority contained in Memorandum 34, Headquarters Ninth United States Army, 8 September 1944, the Silver Star is awarded to Captain Paul A. Hanlon, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 10 August 1944, in France. Captain Hanlon was serving as surgeon for an infantry battalion engaged in a vigorous fire fight with the enemy. During a critical phase of the action, when enemy artillery fire was particularly heavy in the sector and when hostile small arms fire was increasingly intense, many casualties were inflicted on our ranks. With utter disregard for the personal risks involved, Captain Hanlon maintained his old station within full view of the enemy and personally moved forward under fire to render aid to the many wounded. The courage, devotion to duty and unselfish determination to fulfill his mission resulted not only in the saving of a number of lives, but also served as in inspiration to the men of the battalion.
General Orders: General Order number 89, Headquarters, 30th Infantry Division, 28 October 1944
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

HANSEN, CHRIS O.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division
Action Date: 3-Apr-45
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 Chris O. Hansen (ASN: 6577630), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 3 April 1945, near Wurzburg, Germany. When the 2nd Battalion, led by the Rainbow Rangers, forced a crossing of the Main River and engaged the enemy in a bitter fire fight, Private Hansen established an aid station on the enemy side of the river due to the fact that he was unable to evacuate the wounded because of the heavy artillery and mortar fire. He improvised litters and made the wounded as comfortable as possible amid the rubble of ruined buildings, administering plasma and morphine, and applying splints when needed. He continued to operate his forward aid station for six hours treating approximately 30 wounded while continuing to support the Ranger platoon in which he was aid man. Through his outstanding courage, resourcefulness and devotion to duty, Private Hansen saved the lives of many men, and through his gallant action was an example to the fighting men.
General Orders: Headquarters, 42d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 182 (1945)
Home of record: Dillon, Montana

HANSON, CLIFFORD L.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 41st 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 Fourth Grade Clifford L. Hanson, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fourth Grade Hanson’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 29, Headquarters, 41st Infantry Division, 1944. The Bulletin of the US Army Medical Department
Home of Record: Saint Anthony, ID

HARDEN, JAMES E.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division
Action Date: 15-Mar-45
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 Fourth Grade James E. Harden (ASN: 20465177), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 15 March 1945, in the Hardt Mountains, France. When seven men were wounded during the attack on Hill 384, Sergeant Harden, a medical aid man, went to their assistance although all were lying in exposed positions under enemy machine gun, mortar and sniper fire. Crawling forward through this fire, Sergeant Harden went from man to man, treating each and supervising their evacuation to a position of safety. While treating one man he was fired upon repeatedly. His courage and devotion to duty undoubtedly saved the lives of several of the injured men.
General Orders: Headquarters, 42d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 117 (1945)
Home of record: Atlanta, Georgia

HARDIN, PARLER C.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
2d Field Hospital
Action Date: 7-Dec-42
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) Parler C. Hardin, 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 Hardin 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 Hardin'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: Charleston, Illinois

HARMON, JAMES P.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 4th Infantry Division
Date of Action: June 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 James P. Harmon, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in France in June 1944. Major Harmon, wounded by shrapnel and suffering a dislocated shoulder sustained while seeking cover on a beached of France in June, 1944, assembled his medical section and led it to an inland location where necessary first aid could be administered to the wounded. With utter disregard for his personal injuries and with outstanding devotion to duty, he refused medical treatment until such time as the wounded who had been brought to his aid station had all been treated and made as comfortable as possible. Major Harmon conducted himself with such gallantry and with such skill, expediency and efficiency as to reflect the highest credit on the Medical Department of the Army.
General Orders: General Order number 30, Headquarters, 4th Infantry Division 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Clearwater, Florida

HARRIS, ROBERT D.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 232d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division
Action Date: 6-Jan-45
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 Robert D. Harris (ASN: 15303873), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 232d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division. On 6 January 1945, at Gambsheim, France, when the platoon to which he was attached as a medical aid man was forced to withdraw from its position, Technician Harris rendered first aid to the wounded under intense enemy machine gun and mortar fire and evacuated them to the safety of cover.
General Orders: Headquarters, 42d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 13 (1945)
Home of record: Hammond, Indiana

HART, FORREST S.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: September 7 - 11, 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 First Class Forrest S. Hart, 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 from 7 to 11 September 1944 in France. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Hart’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: Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 60 (October 19, 1944)
Home of record: Wisconsin

HATFIELD, NICHOLAS W.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 41st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 June 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 Nicholas W. Hatfield, (then Captain), Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action at Biak Island, 7 June 1944. Although himself painfully and seriously wounded during the barrage of enemy artillery and mortar fire, Captain Hatfield, a medical officer in command of a collecting platoon, refused to be evacuated until he had personally treated the casualties brought to him by personnel of his platoon. This required four hours, during which time he was continually exposed to intermittent enemy fire. When the last casualty had been treated and evacuated, Captain Hatfield was carried to the beach evacuation point. Owing to limited facilities for evacuating wounded to hospitals in the rear, Captain Hatfield again refused to be evacuated until the evacuation of the other wounded had been completed. This necessitated another delay of thirty-six hours. His outstanding devotion to duty probably saved the lives of many wounded. His steadfast devotion to duty in the face of a determined enemy and his devotion to his wounded patients reflect the highest traditions of the Army Medical Department and the US Army.
General Orders: General Order number 71, Headquarters, 41st Infantry Division 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Indianapolis, Indiana

HATTON, WELBEY L.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: January 10, 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 Corporal [then Private First Class] Welbey L. Hatton (ASN: 33191626), 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 10 January 1945 in Luxembourg. Near Tattler, Luxembourg, on 10 January 1945, while occupying a forward defensive position, Private First Class Hatton, an Aid Man, worked his way to a double foxhole that had just received a direct hit by an enemy mortar shell. In order to remove the two casualties it was necessary to amputate one of the soldier's legs. After stopping the flow of blood after the amputation, splinting the other leg as well as both legs of the second casualty, and in spite of continued heavy enemy fire, Private First Class Hatton obtained the help of a group of riflemen and successfully evacuated the wounded to the aid station. Both wounded soldiers lived as a result of Private First Class Hatton's courage, initiative, and devotion to duty, which 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, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 116 (May 1, 1945)
Home of record: Washington, D.C.

HAUKENBERRY, EVERETT F.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd 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 Major Everett F. Haukenberry, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in Sicily, 1943. Major Haukenberry 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 40, Headquarters, 2nd Armored Division, 1943; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Portland, Oregon

*HAVERTY, EUGENE FRANCIS
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 5th Army
Date of Action: 29 February 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 Captain Eugene Francis Haverty, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action near the Gustav line, Italy on 29 February 1944. Captain Haverty displayed gallantry in action under extremely heavy enemy artillery and mortar fire. The initiative and courage displayed by this officer at the cost of his life reflects the highest credit on himself, the Army Medical Department, and the armed forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 45, Headquarters, 5h Army, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

HAWK, WILSON S.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area
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 Wilson S. Hawk, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Hawk’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 529, Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, 1944. The Bulletin of the US Army Medical Department
Home of Record: Effingham, KS

HAWKINS, CHARLES E.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: July 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 Charles E. Hawkins, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 30thth Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division on Sicily in Jul 1943. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Hawkins’ 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: History of the 3d Infantry Division in World War II (Donald G. Taggart - Editor), General Order number 51, Headquarters, 3rd Infantry Division, 1943

*HAWKINS, LEONARD L.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 6 May 1945
Citation:
By direction of the President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (War Department Bulletin 43, 1918), a Silver Star is awarded posthumously by the Commanding General, 31st Infantry Division to Corporal Leonard L. Hawkins, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action near Maramag, Minanao, Philippine Islands on 6 May 1945. When the enemy suddenly launched a bonsai attack against the infantry battalion to which he was assigned as medical technician, resulting in casualties in the battalion, Corporal Hawkins, with complete disregard for his own safety, moved among the wounded in an exposed position administering vital first aid under heavy enemy machine gun, rifle, and mortar fire. During the fire fight he was cut off with a small detachment of men who were protecting the wounded who were not able to move. Upon hearing the groans of another wounded man who was in front of the forward elements, Corporal Hawkins once again went forward to go to the aid of the wounded and in so doing was mortally wounded by enemy sniper fire. This unselfish act above and beyond the call of duty and at the sacrifice of his own life reflect great credit upon Corporal Hawkins and upholds the highest traditions of the Service.
General Orders: General Order number 125, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 28 August 1945
Home of Record: Cleveland, Mississippi

HAWORTH, KENNETH W.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 95th 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 Kenneth W. Haworth, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action in 1944. Major Haworth 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 29, Headquarters, 95th Infantry Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Pratt, Kansas

*HAYES, HUGH P.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 104th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 April 1945
Synopsis: Citation Needed
Private First Class Hugh P. Hayes, 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 104th Infantry Division during World War II. The citation is said to include the following: PFC Hugh P. Hayes, Medical Detachment, while following closely behind assault elements attacking a town, crossed a canal and an adjoining flooded area to administer aid to many wounded men. In the face of enemy fire, he swam back across the canal to help another man, then again set out to recross the canal through a hail of intense fire and was mortally wounded. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Hayes’ 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 no 103, 1945, Headquarters, 104th Infantry Division

HAYES, PHILLIP J.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Technician Fourth Grade Phillip J. Hayes, 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 Hayes’ 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 81, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945

HAZELWOOD, ERNEST
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: November 26, 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 Ernest Hazelwood (ASN: 35693074), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 26 November 1944 in France. During an attack near Trittaling, France, on 26 November 1944, heavy enemy resistance caused numerous casualties in the assaulting rifle company. Technician Fifth Grade Hazelwood, the only Aid Man attached to the company at the time, gallantly performed his duties caring for over twenty wounded men on the battlefield despite the severe enemy fire falling in the area. An advance rifleman had received a fractured leg and lay but thirty yards from the enemy. Disregarding his own personal safety, Technician Fifth Grade Hazelwood crawled to the wounded man and, after pulling him to safety, administered first aid and prepared him for evacuation. Technician Fifth Grade Hazelwood's 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, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 136 (May 25, 1945)
Home of record: Kentucky

HAZHER, JOE W.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 34th 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 Joe W. Hazher, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private Hazher’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 48, Headquarters, 34th Infantry Division, 1944. The Bulletin of the US Army Medical Department
Home of Record: Des Moines, Iowa

HEATH, WILLIAM RANDOLPH
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Department
Action Date: 22-May-45
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 William Randolph Heath (ASN: 34002472), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with a Medical Detachment on the Bago River near Carolina, Negros Occidental, Philippine Islands, on 22 May 1945. At 1700 hours on 22 May 1945, the platoon to which Corporal Heath was attached as Aid Man was subjected to intense small arms fire by the enemy from commanding ground to the front and right front, seriously wounding a machine gunner on the forward edge of the perimeter. Corporal Heath rapidly moved forward through an area exposed to this fire and moved the wounded man to a covered position, there administering first aid. The enemy fire continued to be heavy and Corporal Heath repeatedly and without regard for his own personal safety moved forward alone to evacuate other casualties as they occurred. Without assistance he returned five wounded men to safety and administered first aid to them. Two of these men had fallen forward of the platoon perimeter and in order to reach them Corporal Heath was forced to move into the very face of the enemy fire.
General Orders: Headquarters, Southern Islands Area Command, General Orders No. 3 (September 16, 1945)
Home of record: Marietta, Georgia

HEFFNER, WILLIAM N. (First Award)
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 29th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 19 July 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 Captain William N. Heffner, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy in Normandy, France. On July 19, 1944 during the attack in the vicinity of Saint-Lo Captain Heffner established his aid station well forward in order that more effective evacuation might result and from there coolly administered medical aid to the seriously wounded while under decimating enemy fire. In addition, Captain Heffner, from a point well beyond his aid station, in an area which was constantly under enemy fire, personally supervised the evacuation of the wounded. At one time Captain Heffner, with complete disregard for his own safety, conducted searching parties looking for casualties in areas which were under intense enemy fire. During the course of the action Captain Heffner courageously led a medical party into a sector where part of a unit had been surrounded by enemy fire and removed the wounded to a point of evacuation. As a result of his heroic actions the casualties received the most prompt medical attention, undoubtedly saving the lives of the seriously wounded. Such actions reflect great credit on himself and on the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 12, Headquarters, 29th Infantry Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Northport, New York

HEFFNER, WILLIAM N. (Second Award)
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 29th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 27 November 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, First Oak Leaf Cluster, is awarded to Captain William N. Heffner, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy in Germany on November 27, 1944. Together with five medical aid men, Captain Heffner accompanied the attacking elements of the 1st Battalion, 116th Infantry Regiment. Amid heavy concentration of enemy fire, Captain Heffner fearlessly reconnoitered in search of the units in desperate need of medical attention and, after reaching his destination, worked continuously for twenty-four hours in close proximity of the enemy treating and evacuating the wounded. His exceptional courage and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service.
General Orders: General Order number unknown, Headquarters, 29th Infantry Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Northport, New York

HEGER, PETER
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Private First Class Peter Heger, 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 Heger’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 42, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1944

*HEIBERGER, HARRY W.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: April 15, 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 Private First Class Harry W. Heiberger (ASN: 33273113), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 319th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 15 April 1945 in Germany. At Glauchau, Germany, when Private First Class Heiberger learned of an enemy soldier lying wounded in un-cleared territory, he immediately went to his aid. After braving enemy fire by relying on his red cross for protection, he was successfully evacuating the wounded man when a fanatical civilian scored a direct hit on his vehicle with a rocket launcher and mortally wounded him. His courage 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: Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 201 (August 7, 1945)
Home of record: Elk County, Pennsylvania

*HEIMPOLD, HEINZ O.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 254th Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division
Action Date: 3-Mar-45
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 Fourth Grade Heinz O. Heimpold (ASN: 15115584), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 254th Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 3 March 1945, at Hartungshof, Germany. Unmindful of the grave danger and ignoring the warnings called to him, Technician Fourth Grade Heimpold advanced into a mine field and administered first aid to three casualties. While making his way to a fourth casualty, he was killed when he stepped on a schu-mine. His outstanding gallantry and regards for his comrades are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 63d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, 63d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 90 (April 11, 1945)
Home of record: Cincinnati, Ohio

HEINBACH, WILFRED F. JR.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Philippine Islands
Date of Action: 21 March 1942
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved 9 July 1918 (WD Bul. 43, 1918), a Silver Star for gallantry in action during the period indicated was awarded by General J. M. Wainwright, United States Army, to Major Wilfred F. Heinbach Jr., (then captain), Medical Corps, Army of the United States, distinguished himself in the Philippine Islands on 21 March 1942. When an enemy artillery bombardment had resulted in the penetration by hostile shell fire of a tunnel lateral at Fort Frank, causing serious casualties, Major Heinbach volunteered to proceed by boat from his regular station at Fort Mills to the scene of the catastrophe to administer first aid treatment and to superintend the evacuation of the seriously wounded to the Malinta Tunnel Hospital at fort Mills. Despite the hazard of intermittent and frequent artillery concentrations from concealed enemy positions in Cavite Province, from which over 400 rounds of 240mm shells had been fired on Fort Frank the preceding day, this intrepid officer exhibited unselfish heroism and leadership of a high order in undertaking this humane and dangerous mission. The initiative, leadership, heroism, devotion to duty, and disregard for personal safety displayed by Major Heinbach in this exploit resulted in the saving of many lives through permitting the medical and surgical facilities of Malinta Tunnel Hospital to become promptly available for the care of the wounded.
General Orders: General Order No 139, War Department, 18 November 1946

HEINEMEIER, ALLEN L.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 10th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Technician Fourth Grade Allen L. Heinemeier, 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 Fourth Grade Heinemeier’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 59, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945

HELLER, DAVID H.
Technician Fourth 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 Fourth Grade David H. Heller, 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 Fourth Grade Heller’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 97, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1944

*HELLER, LELAND C.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 505th 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 pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private Leland C. Heller (ASN: 16076777), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action on 26 December 1944, near ****, Belgium. Private Heller, Medical Aid Man, received word that two men had been seriously wounded near the German occupied town of ****. Under full enemy observation, within 200 yards of enemy positions, Private Heller went forward at the risk of his own personal safety. En route forward, the group was observed upon open terrain and a mortar barrage was laid down upon it. Private Heller was seriously wounded but still asked that others be treated and evacuated before him. His conduct in deliberately trying to cross observed terrain to help the wounded was a credit to the Medical Services and to the regiment. Private Heller died of the wounds he received in the above action.
General Orders: General Order number 17, Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division, 15 February 1945
Home of Record: Rockford, Illinois

HELLERSTEIN, HERMAN K.
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, Company C, 40th Tank Battalion, 7th Armored Division
Date of Action: 9 September 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 Captain Herman K. Hellerstein, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy on September 9, 1944 in the area of Armanvilliers, France. On that date Company C, 40th Tank Battalion was endeavoring to launch an attack east from St. Privat when they encountered overwhelming resistance. Five of the tanks were destroyed and the unit was forced to withdraw. With complete disregard for his own safety, Captain Hellerstein ran through the withering fire and ignoring the hazards, moved directly in front of the enemy positions to reach two of the wounded men who were unable to reach the shelter of their tanks. Later in the day he repeated his earlier heroic act and went forward to evacuate two more wounded men. His exceptional courage and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service.
General Orders: General Order number 61, Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Cleveland, Ohio

HELLMAN, LEONARD G.
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 Leonard G. Hellman, 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. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private Hellman’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: Headquarters, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 41 (September 22, 1944)
Home of record: Michigan

HELMS, HOWARD H.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Technician Fifth Grade Howard H. Helms, 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 Helm’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 54, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945

HENSON, HOMER A.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 20 and 21 June 1945
Citation:
By direction of the President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (Bulletin 43, War Department 1918), a Silver Star is awarded by the Commanding General, 31st Infantry Division to Technician Fifth Grade Homer A. Henson, United States Army, for gallantry in action on the Kibawe-Talomo trail on 20 and 21 June 1945. When the infantry company to which he was attached as aid man was attacked at night by a determined enemy force, Technician Fifth Grade Henson voluntarily and with complete disregard for his own safety, three times left the safety of his foxhole, and under the heavy enemy fire and fully aware of the danger of fire from friendly troops, administered first aid to wounded comrades. Again on the night of 21 June 1945 he left the protection of his foxhole and moving to the front of friendly positions, and exposed to the enemy firing from dug in positions less than one hundred yards away, administered vital first aid to three wounded men of the Philippine Guerilla Forces. These acts reflect great credit upon Technician fifth Grade Henson and uphold the highest traditions of the Service.
General Orders: General Order number 112, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 23 August 1945
Home of Record: Brasstown, North Carolina

HERFORT, ROBERT
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 3rd Armored 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 Captain Robert Herfort, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy in the area of Normandy, France in 1944. His exceptional courage and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service. His steadfast devotion to duty in the face of a determined enemy and his devotion to his wounded patients reflect the highest traditions of the Army Medical Department and the US Army.
General Orders: General Order number 39, Headquarters, 3rd Armored Division, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: New York City, New York

HERMAN, HAROLD J.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 255th Infantry Regiment, 63rd Infantry Division
Date of Action: 17 March 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 Corporal Harold J. Herman (ASN: 32998865), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 255th Infantry Regiment, 63d Infantry Division, in action on 17 March 1945, in the vicinity of Ommersheim, Germany. While Company E was assaulting a pillbox in the Siegfried Line, they suffered many casualties that could not be located. Corporal Herman, in the face of heavy enemy mortar, artillery and small arms fire, repeatedly exposed himself in order to direct the litter bearers to the many wounded. Through his meticulous searching of the "Dragon's Teeth," which readily concealed the fallen, fifty men were discovered and evacuated to safety. The intrepidity with which Corporal Herman performed this heroic act was an inspiration to all those who witnessed his action. The magnificent courage and outstanding gallantry under fire of Corporal Herman reflect the highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with the finest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States.
General Orders: Headquarters, 63d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 197 (May 29, 1945)
Home of Record: Bronx, New York

HERNANDEZ, ANTONIO
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 431st Anti-Aircraft Artillery (Automatic Weapons) Battalion, 42d Infantry Division
Action Date: 20-Nov-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 Technician Fifth Grade Antonio Hernandez (ASN: 36304974), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Medical Detachment, 431st Anti-Aircraft Artillery (Automatic Weapons) Battalion, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 20 November 1944 near Haute-Neuvill, France. Entering an area which was discovered to be heavily mined, Corporal Hernandez, a Medical Aid Man, and other members of his reconnaissance party withdrew while Engineers began clearing the field. In the course of the work a mine exploded, seriously injuring one of the Engineers. Corporal Hernandez immediately entered the mine field and went to the aid of the injured man. He administered first aid and was about to carry the man from the area when another mine exploded and he too was seriously injured. His prompt and courageous act in attempting to rescue his comrade in arms was in accord with the highest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: Headquarters, 42d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 117 (July 16, 1945)
Home of record: Chicago, Illinois

HERR, CHRIST J.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
5th Medical Battalion, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Private First Class Christ J. Herr, 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 Herr’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 60, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945

HESS, EMORY L.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 10th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Private First Class Emory L. Hess, 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 Hess’ 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 58, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945

HESSHEIMER, HERBERT E.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, Armored Infantry Battalion, 11th Armored 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 Herbert E. Hessheimer, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 11th Armored Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Hessheimer’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 80, Headquarters, 11th Armored Division, 1945

HEUP, ROBERT H.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: 6-Jan-45
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 Robert H. Heup, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 80th Infantry Division in Luxembourg, on 6 January 1945, in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States. During the attack on Goesdorf, Luxembourg, on 6 January 1945, two seriously wounded soldiers fell in the middle of the street, but because of the enemy fire covering the area, rescue was impossible. Technician Fifth Grade Heup, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, crawled to the men, and in turn crawled to safety carrying each man on his back. Technician Fifth Grade Heup's courage and devotion to duty are in keeping with 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: Wisconsin

HIGGINBOTHAM, JAMES M.
Major, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
3rd Auxiliary Surgical Group
Date of Action: 6 June 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 Circular 66, Headquarters First United States Army, 18 May 1944, as amended, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to Major James M. Higginbotham, Army Medical Corps, Third Auxiliary Surgical Group, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 6 June 1944 in France. Observing innumerable soldiers lying helplessly wounded upon the fire-swept beach on D-Day, Major Higginbotham courageously moved among the men rendering first aid while enemy shells fell dangerously about him. During an infantry attack upon the bluff, he voluntarily followed the advance to treat the wounds of the men who fell before the withering enemy fire. A fierce artillery barrage upon the bluff failed to deter this gallant officer. With undiminished daring, he went from foxhole to foxhole to carry out his heroic lifesaving medical duties. By his unflinching devotion to duty and marked valor, Major Higginbotham reflected great credit upon himself and the military service. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Major Higginbotham’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 2, Headquarters, First Army, 2 January 1945, and “Front Line Surgeons, A History of The Third Auxiliary Surgical Group” by Clifford L. Graves, M.D.
Home of Record: Tennessee

HILD, FRANK A.
Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 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 Circular 66, Headquarters First United States Army, 18 May 1944, as amended, the Silver Star Medal is awarded to Technician Fourth Grade Frank A. Hild, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division in the *** Sector, Normandy, France, 11 July 1944. The rifle company to which he was attached as an Aid Man, was pinned down during its attack against the enemy by machine gun and artillery fire. Technician Hild crawled forward, under enemy fire, to administer aid to a wounded man, with whom he remained for two hours, when he observed another man fall some thirty yards distant. He then crawled to the aid of the second wounded man some thirty yards distant. Although he was fired upon from an enemy machine gun firing at short range. After applying aid to the second wounded man, he returned to the original wounded soldier and continued to apply treatment. He spent a total of eleven hours under enemy fire attending the wounded men. The courage, gallantry and unselfish loyalty to his comrades, without regard for his personal safety, reflects high credit upon Technician Hild and is in accord with the traditions of the service.
General Orders: General Order number 20, Headquarters, 35th Infantry Division, 15 August 1944
Home of Record: Illinois

*HILL, ALFRED B., Jr.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 31st Infantry Division
Date of Action: 1 June 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 Technician Fifth Grade Alfred B. Hill, Junior, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action near Malaybalay, Mindanao, Philippine Islands, 1 June 1945. When the infantry rifle company to which he was attached as aid man encountered intense enemy rifle fire and sustained several casualties, Technician Fifth Grade Hill, after administering aid to a minor casualty in the middle of the column, moved forward to care for another wounded man. Though warned to remain under cover and fully aware that the approaches to the wounded man, who was lying far forward in an exposed position, would be closely guarded, he voluntarily and with complete disregard for his own safety crawled forward to administer first aid, but was killed before he could reach his fellow soldier. This unselfish act above and beyond the call of duty and at the sacrifice of his own life reflects great credit upon Technician Fifth Grade Hill and upholds the highest traditions of the Service.
General Orders: General Order number 100, Headquarters, 31st Infantry Division, 12 August 1945
Home of Record: Watervalley, Mississippi

*HILL, ROY C.
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 104th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 30 October 1944
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Staff Sergeant Roy C. Hill, 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 104th Infantry Division during World War II. The citation is said to include the following: Staff Sergeant Roy D. Hill, Medical Detachment, left his covered position on 30 October 1944 to give aid to the wounded of his company and other units as well, losing his own life during the action. His outstanding courage, diligence, and unselfish 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 20, Dec 1944, Headquarters, 104th Infantry Division

*HOCK, WALTER G.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division
Action Date: November 10, 1944
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 Private First Class Walter G. Hock (ASN: 36596126), 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 10 November 1944 in France. During the early morning of 10 November, Private First Class Hock was called upon to attend an enlisted man who had been wounded in an anti-personnel mind field. Although he realized the danger of finding his way through the mine field in the darkness, Private First Class Hock unhesitatingly and with utter disregard for his own personal safety made his way to the injured man to administer medical aid. Later Private First Class Hook returned to the mined area to render aid to another comrade who had been severely wounded while clearing the field. He had reached the injured man when an exploding mine caused Private First Class Hock fatal injuries. His outstanding courage, diligence, and unselfish 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, 80th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 101 (December 11, 1944)
Home of record: Saginaw, Michigan

HOFFMAN, JOHN M.
Captain, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 11th Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Captain John M. Hoffman, 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 Hoffman’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, 1944

HOHNHORST, THOMAS Q.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 42nd Tank Battalion, 11th Armored 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 Thomas Q. Hohnhorst, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 11th Armored Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Technician Fifth Grade Hohnhorst’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 11, Headquarters, 11th Armored Division, 1945

HOOVER, EMMETT M. (POW)
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 26th Infantry Division
Action Date: 12 November 1944
Citation:
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Circular 6, Headquarters Third United States Army, 28 April 1944, a Silver Star is awarded to Technician Fifth Grade Emmett M. Hoover, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action at ______ France, on 12 November 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Hoover, an aidman, was attached to Company L which suffered casualties during the initial attack and capture of ________. At all times under heavy enemy fire, he moved about coolly administering aid and comfort to his wounded comrades without let up. When our forces were subjected to a strong enemy counterattack led by tanks, causing additional casualties, he courageously continued administering vital aid to his wounded comrades without regard for his personal safety. When the enemy attack inside the town increased to such an extent that movement to better positions outside the town was ordered, Technician Fifth Grade Hoover refused to leave, preferring to remain in the town to aid his comrades who were wounded too seriously to permit immediate evacuation under the heavy fire. He was last seen administering aid to his wounded comrades as our troops left the town and is now missing in action. His brilliant display of courage, devotion to duty and solicitude for his wounded comrades exemplifies the highest traditions of the service and reflect the greatest credit upon Technician Fifth Grade Hoover and the armed forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 53, Headquarters, 26th Infantry Division, 14 December 1944

HOOVER, FRANCIS D.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed:
Private First Class, Francis D. Hoover, 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 Hoover’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 55, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1945

HOPKINS, RALPH F.
Private, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division
Date of Action: 20 September 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 Ralph F. Hopkins (ASN: 12000801), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against the enemy in Holland, on 20 September 1944. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private Hopkins’ 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 57, Headquarters, 82d Airborne Division, 29 October 1944

HORN, ELWOOD R.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 7th Armored Division
Date of Action: 13 September 1944
Synosis: 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 Elwood R. Horn, 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 13 September 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Horn'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 60, Headquarters, 7th Armored Division, 1 October 1944
Home of Record: Pennsylvania

HORN, JAMES E.
Sergeant, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 9th Medical Battalion, 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 Sergeant James E. Horn, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 9th Medical Battalion, 9th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Sergeant Horn’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 53, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1945

HORN, JESSE J.
Private First Class, Medical Department U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 7 January 1945
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 Private First Class Jesse J. Horn, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 35th Infantry Division in action near ***, Belgium, on 7 January 1945. Private Horn, an Aid Man, accompanied attacking elements of Company C, *** Infantry Regiment, as they made their way across a clearing in an assault upon entrenched enemy positions. Intense enemy fire caused numerous casualties among the attacking troops. Two of the Aid Men attached to his company became casualties, leaving Private Horn as the only Aid Man with the troops. Throughout the afternoon and until the following morning, Private Horn worked tirelessly under enemy fire, rendering first aid to the wounded with utter disregard for personal safety. On one occasion he made his way to two soldiers who had fallen in advance of the line established by our riflemen and, after treating their wounds, carried first one and then the other to positions of safety. His gallant and selfless devotion to duty served as an inspiration to all troops in the area.
General Orders: General Order number 12, Headquarters, 35th Infantry Division, 15 February 1945
Home of Record: Kansas

HORN, RUSSELL L.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Action Date: World War II
Synopsis: Citation Needed
Private First Class Russell L. Horn, United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while attached to a field artillery observation battalion in Italy. Although wounded, he refused to accept medical aid or to leave the area until he had dressed the wounds of his injured comrades and directed their evacuation, making certain that they had been rescued. Private First Class Horn’s exceptional devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, II Corps, General Orders No. 4 (1944)
Home of record: McKinney, Texas

HORNE, ELWOOD O.                                                     
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 24th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 11 May 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 Elwood O. Horne, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy in Davao City, Mindanao, Philippine Islands on May 11, 1945. When a portable surgical hospital set up in a two-story wooden building in Davao City, came under intense shelling from six-inch naval guns, which completely bracketed the building, a direct hit on the second floor killed five patients and wounded fifteen. Captain Horne continued his surgical work, ministered to the newly wounded and shocked, and organized their evacuation while enemy fire continued. He set up a new station in a four-foot basement of the regimental headquarters. There, under almost impossible circumstances he continued his surgery on the critically wounded, working throughout the night. He did not cease his efforts until even the slightly wounded had received adequate medical treatment. His personal courage, devotion to duty, professional skill, and able leadership, reflect high credit upon himself, the unit, and the military service.
General Orders: General Order number 84, Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, 1945; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Shrewsbury, Massachusetts

HOROWITZ, JACOB
Captain, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 4th Armored Division
Date of Action: 1 April 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 Jacob Horowitz, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy in Neustadt, Germany on 1 April 1945. While three men lay wounded where they were hit and while German small arms fire continued to cover the area, Captain Horowitz, battalion surgeon, accompanied by two of his aid men, left the shelter of his vehicle and walked fully exposed to the positions of the wounded men. While giving immediate first aid treatment to the men seriously injured, Captain Horowitz was fired upon by entrenched Germans located both on the near side and on the far side of the Werra River. Captain Horowitz’s actions reflect great credit on himself and the armed forces of the United States.
General Orders: General Order number 61, Headquarters, 4th Armored Division, 1945; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Forest Hills, Long Island, New York

HORTON, JOSEPH E.
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 Joseph E. Horton, 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 Horton’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 80, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1944

HOUSETON, HOWELL H.
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 Howell H. Houseton, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving in WW II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Houseton’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 17, Headquarters, 6th Infantry Division. The Bulletin of the US Army Medical Department

*HUDDLESTON, JARRETT M. (Second Award, the first was as a 1LT in WW I)
Colonel, Medical Corps, U.S. Army
Corps Surgeon, Fifth Army
Date of Action: 7 February 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, First Oak Leaf Cluster, is awarded, posthumously, to Colonel Jarrett M. Huddleston, Medical Corps, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy ______ , Italy on 7 February 1944. At about 0815 February 7, 1944 an enemy dive bombing attack caused considerable damage to buildings and vehicles, one of the latter being loaded with ammunition. Colonel Huddleston, who at the time was engaged on a tour of inspection of hospitals, came upon the scene at the time of the attack. With complete disregard for his own life and safety, he entered one of the buildings, then burning, to rescue a badly wounded soldier who was buried in the wreckage. Working with coolness and efficiency, he evacuated the soldier, commandeered a vehicle and dispatched him quickly to a hospital. During all this time exploding projectiles and bursting shrapnel from a burning truck covered the area. Colonel Huddleston’s calm and courageous action undoubtedly saved the life of the wounded soldier, prevented widespread confusion and was an inspiration to all present, reflecting the highest credit upon himself and is in keeping with the finest traditions of the Army of the United States. NOTE: Colonel Huddleston was killed in action 2 days later on 9 February 1944
General Orders: General Order number 3, Headquarters, 6th Corps, 1944; “Courage And Devotion Beyond The Call Of Duty” Second Preliminary Edition July, 1946
Home of Record: Washington, D.C.

*HUFFMAN, CECIL
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 39th Infantry Regiment, 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 Private First Class Cecil Huffman, 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 Private First Class Huffman’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 60, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1943

HUGHES, ROBERT F.
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 15th Combat Engineer Battalion, 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 Private First Class Robert F. Hughes, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 15th Combat Engineer Battalion, 9th Infantry Division during World War II. The bravery and self-sacrifice displayed by Private First Class Hughes’ 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 86, Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, 1943

HULL, RONALD N.
Corporal, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 2 April 1945
Citation:
Under the provisions of AR 600-45, 22 September 1943 and pursuant to authority contained in Memorandum Number 34, Headquarters Ninth United States Army, 8 September 1944, the Silver Star is awarded to Corporal Ronald N. Hull, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 2 April 1945, in Germany. Corporal Hull immediately ran through intense enemy fire when he noticed a man struck and lying wounded. Although the enemy fire continued and one round barely missed him, Corporal Hull continued to give first aid and then brought his comrade to partial safety in the rear where the wounded man was quickly evacuated, His great heroism saved the life of his comrade.
General Orders: General Order number 158, Headquarters, 30th Infantry Division, 18 June 1945
Home of Record: West Virginia

HUNT, HUGH T. (POW)
Private First Class, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division
Date of Action: 10 July 1944
Citation:
Under the provisions of AR 600-45, 22 September 1943, the Silver Star is awarded to Private First Class Hugh T. Hunt, Medical Department, 119th Infantry Regiment, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 10 July 1944, in France. Upon reaching the objective Private Hunt’s company received a strong enemy counterattack and was forced to withdraw. Private Hunt and a comrade refused to withdraw but remained to render medical care to the wounded. Despite the close proximity of the enemy they administered aid to a platoon leader who was severely wounded. Although they were captured by the enemy their gallant and courageous actions were responsible for providing medical care despite extremely hazardous conditions.
General Orders: General Order number 209, Headquarters, 30th Infantry Division, 8 November 1945
Home of Record: North Carolina

HUNTER, ROBERT R.
Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army
Medical Detachment, 2nd Infantry, 5th Infantry Division
Date of Action: WW II
Synopsis: Citation Needed
Technician Fifth Grade Robert R. Hunter, 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 Hunter’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 34, Headquarters, 5th Infantry Division, 1944

HYINK, MARION
Private First Class, 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 Private First Class Marion Hyink, 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 Private First Class Hyink’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, 9th Infantry Division, 1945