Gabbard, CPL Gene (24ID)
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 71 - August 06, 1950 Corporal Gene Gabbard, RA15409447, Field
Artillery, United States Army, a member of Battery A, 52d Field Artillery Battalion, 24th
Infantry Division, is awarded the Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement on 5 July 1950 near
Osan, Korea. Battery A was in support of an infantry unit which was defending the town of Osan.
The enemy had penetrated the front line units and had Battery A under observed tank and
artillery fire. During this enemy attack, he became aware that a soldier had been wounded who
was some distance from his position. With disregard for his own personal safety, Corporal
Gabbard went to the assistance of the wounded man and helped him to a place of safety. The
heroic achievement displayed by Corporal Gabbard reflects great credit on himself and the
military service. Corporal Gabbard entered the service from New York City, New York.
Gable, PFC John A. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 147 - 15 June 1951
Private First Class John A. Gable, RA13352977,
(then Private), Corps of Engineers, United States
Army, a member of Company B, 2d Engineer Combat
Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished
himself by heroic achievement from 14 to 17 February
1951 in the vicinity of Chipyong-ni, Korea.
Company B was a part of the 2d Regimental Combat
Team which was completely surrounded by enemy
forces. The enemy held the surrounding high
ground from which they had excellent observation and
were able to place effective fire into the entire
perimeter. Private Gable was a member of a
working party constructing shelters for the wounded.
With complete disregard for his own safety, he
worked continuously under heavy enemy fire to
accomplish this mission. The heroic actions
displayed by Private Gable reflect great credit upon
himself and the military service. Entered the
military service from Pennsylvania.
Gaff, PFC Edward J. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2d Infantry Division
General Orders No. 171 - 16 June 1951
Private First Class Edward J. Gaff, RA11182099,
Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company A,
38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division,
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 18
May 1951 in the vicinity of Pungchon-ni, Korea.
On that date an observation post in front of the
positions of Company K had been overrun by a
numerically superior enemy force. Private
Gaff, well knowing the danger of death or capture
involved, volunteered to be a member of a
reconnaissance patrol to seek out the disposition of
the enemy forces in preparation for a
counter-attack. With two comrades he moved
forward, probing the enemy positions and marking
their location. After gaining the needed
information, he, with his comrades, returned and
reported the facts to his company commander.
Private Gaff then voluntarily joined the lead
elements of the counterattack, charging and
assaulting the enemy positions he had scouted with
complete disregard for his own safety. The
heroism in action and aggressiveness displayed by
Private Gaff on this occasion reflect great credit
upon himself and the military service. Entered
the military service from Massachusetts.
Gagnon, CPL Arthur R. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 117 - 23 May 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Corporal Arthur R. Gagnon, RA16303629, (then Private
First Class), Infantry, United States Army, a member
of Company M, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry
Division, who distinguished himself by heroic
achievement on 12 February 1951 in the vicinity of
Hoengsong, Korea. The mortar platoon in which
Corporal Gagnon was a gunner was attached to a rifle
company in action against fierce and determined
attacks by a numerically superior enemy. The mortar
platoon and rifle company had been encircled by the
enemy. In order to shift his mortar fire quickly to
all parts of the perimeter, Corporal Gagnon removed
the tube from the base plate, which was frozen in
the ground, and placed it in his helmet, thus
permitting utmost fire mobility. From this new
position, he accounted for heavy casualties among
the enemy, and enabled the rifle company and his
platoon to withdraw to better positions. The heroism
displayed by Corporal Gagnon reflects great credit
upon himself and the military service. Entered the
military service from Illinois.
Gaither, CPL Edward M.
For meritorious service November 1950 to August 1953.
Galavis, PFC Joe B. (3rd ID)
Galius, SFC Rosalio (5RCT)
Gallagher, Chaplain Joseph P.F. (USNR)
Gallic, SGT 1C Michael J. (24ID)
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 71 - August 06, 1950 Sergeant First Class Michael J. Gallic,
RA16012335, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company A, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th
Infantry Division, is awarded the Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement on 12 July 1950 near
Cho Chi Won, Korea. During an enemy attack, Company A was ordered to withdraw to new positions.
Sergeant First Class Gallic, with disregard for his own safety, volunteered to protect the left
flank of the company during its withdrawal. The only protection he had was on tank which was
also left on the flank to help cover the withdrawal. During this time, Sergeant First Class
Gallic was under heavy small arms and artillery fire. This act of courage and devotion to duty
enabled the company to complete their withdrawal without suffering any casualties. The act of
heroic achievement displayed by sergeant First Class Gallic reflects great credit on himself and
the military service. Sergeant first Class Gallic entered the service from Pittsburg,
Pennsylvania.
Gallman, BT2 Rayford M., USN, USS Perkins-DDR-877, 27 Oct. 1952
Gallo, Sgt. Carmen J. (7ID, Med Co., 31st Regt.)
Galloway, PFC Harold (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 115 - 23 December 1950
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Private First Class Harold Galloway, RA17271010,
Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company H,
9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement from 31
August to 3 September 1950 in the vicinity of
Yongsan, Korea. On the night of 31 August 1950 the
enemy, attacking in overwhelming numbers, had
penetrated our lines and were attempting to make a
complete breakthrough in that area. During the enemy
advance, a small group of men from a heavy weapons
company were cut off and surrounded by the enemy.
The group formed a perimeter defense and dug in.
Private Galloway was a member of this group. From 1
to 3 September 1950 the perimeter was under
constant, heavy enemy artillery, mortar, and machine
gun fire and was subjected to frenzied and frequent
hostile assaults. Rations were low, and the only
water available to the men was the early morning dew
that gathered from the grass, rifle stocks and other
equipment. In spite of these adversities Private
Galloway was constantly in the midst of every fire
fight and aided in beating off the determined enemy
attacks. Throughout this trying period, his
unfailing determination and fortitude were a
constant source of inspiration to his comrades and
contributed greatly to the sturdy defense of the
perimeter. The heroism and devotion to duty
displayed by Private First Class Galloway reflect
great credit upon himself and are in keeping with
the high traditions of the military service. Entered
the military service from Hastings, Nebraska.
Galvin, Bernard E. (24th ID)
General Orders No. 196 - 22 October 1950
Headquarters 24th Division Private First Class Bernard E. Galvin, RA17258851, Infantry, United
States Army, a member of Company L, 5th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, is awarded
the Bronze Star Medal with V device for heroic achievement near Kumchon, Korea, on 24 September
1950. During an attack his company was pinned down by concentrated enemy tank and machine gun
fire resulting in numerous casualties. Realizing that only one aid nab was available to tend
the many wounded, Private Galvin left his position of relative safety and although continuously
exposed to the heavy enemy fire, assisted in rendering life saving medical aid. Through his
courage and unhesitant devotion to duty the many who died were materially comforted. His heroic
action reflects great credit upon himself and the United States Army. Entered military service
from Askov, Minnesota.
Garcia, CAPT Alberto J. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia, SGT 1C Carlos (65th Inf., 3rd ID) (2 awards)
Garcia, MSGT Eduardo E. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia, PFC Francisco G. (3rd ID)
Garcia, MSGT Luis E. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia, SGT 1C Pablo (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia, 2LT Sady (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia, SGT Victor R. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia-Cabella, SGT Rafael (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garcia-Ortiz, SGT Manuel (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gardner, PFC Donland (CO F, 35th Inf. Regt.)
Garland, CPL Christopher J. (Wolfhounds) (Bronze Star with V)
Garman, MSGT Jack L. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garman, CPL James E. (25ID)
General Orders No. 59 - 16 August 1950
Headquarters, 25th Division The Bronze Star with V Device is awarded to Corporal James E.
Garman, Infantry, Company F, 27th Infantry Regiment, United States Army. On 25 July 1950 near
Yongdong, Korea, Corporal Garman was in charge of a squad whose mission was protection of the
observation post. When the enemy subjected the observation post to intense automatic weapons
and small arms fire, Corporal Garman refused to withdraw and by skillful deployment of his squad
repelled the enemy attack, and enabled the forward observer to continue his fire mission. Corporal
Garman's courage and determination reflect great credit on himself and the military service.
Entered the military service from Iowa.
Garmann, CPL Dale H. (3rd ID)
Garner, SGT Daniel T. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 62 - 18 March 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Sergeant Daniel T. Garner, RA14342261, Infantry,
United States Army, a member of Tank Company, 38th
Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 12
February 1951 in the vicinity of Hoengsong, Korea.
Sergeant Garner was a crew member of a tank platoon
operating within a few yards of approximately 600
enemy who, by a ruse of offering to surrender, had
succeeded in practically encircling the tanks before
opening fire. Sergeant Garner's tank slid off the
steep bank of the road and overturned, pinning the
tank platoon leader between the 76mm tank gun and
the turret of the tank. Sergeant Garner was the
first to crawl out of the tank and, heedless of the
heavy small arms fire about him and shouting
derision to the enemy who demanded the surrender of
the tank crew, directed the other members to assist
him in freeing the platoon leader from the trap.
After doing so, he covered his crew members with
rifle fire while they withdrew with the injured
officer until they were picked up by another tank
which had come forward to their rescue. By his
courageous action Sergeant Garner saved the life of
the wounded officer, since the tank platoon and
supporting rifle troops had to withdraw immediately
in the face of overwhelming odds. The heroism
displayed by Sergeant Garner reflects great credit
upon himself and the military service. Entered the
military service from North Carolina.
Garner, PFC Ralph E. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garrard, SGT David W. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Garren, CPL Joseph E. (Army)
Headquarters, Department of the Army
General Orders No. 45 - 28 August 1957 Corporal Joseph E. Garren, (then Private First Class),
Infantry, United States Army, distinguished himself by heroism near Sang Mago Ri, Korea, on
19 September 1952. When it became apparent that a patrol pinned down by enemy fire was in danger
of suffering severe casualties because of inability to provide covering fire, Corporal Garren
gathered several weapons and took a position on the forward slope of the hill. From that exposed
position he was able to return enemy fire with such effectiveness that the trapped patrol was
able to withdraw to friendly lines, bringing wounded with them. The courageous action of Corporal
Garren in drawing enemy fire on himself in order to aid his comrades reflects great credit on
him and the military service.
Garrett, PVT Dannie (35th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO86, 27Aug50)
Garrett, Eddie K. (45ID)
PFC Eddie K. Garrett, 20, of Hamilton [Ohio], has been awarded the Bronze Star with V for
valor while serving with the 45th Thunderbird Division in Korea. A member of Company E, 180th
Infantry Regiment, Garrett was on a patrol with the 3rd Platoon of the Company on January 12th
1952. They were withdrawing along a canal in the Korean No Man's Land under fire from the enemy
after a raid on a nearby hill. During this operation Garrett saw a wounded United Nations soldier
lying in a ravine about 100 yards south of the canal the citation reads. Heedless of his own
safety, Private Garrett braved the severe fire from enemy mortar and machine gun emplacements
to the north and southwest as he raced across the open ground to where the casualty lay. He
then succeeded in carrying the wounded man to the safety of the canal. The heroism and devotion
to duty displayed by Private Garrett in rescuing his fallen comrade reflect great credit on
himself and service.
Garvin, CPL Charles R. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gasparini-Colon, SGT Benigno (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gasperlin, SFC Leo L. (3rd ID)
Gass, LT Charles P. (3rd ID)
Gassett, LT COL Silas (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 252 - 22 October 1950 Lieutenant Colonel Silas Gassett, 031481, General
Staff Corps, Headquarters 25th Infantry Division, United States Army. During the attack on Kunsan,
Korea on 30 September 1950, Lieutenant Colonel Gassett rendered outstanding service as Division
G-4. Realizing that the rapidly advancing elements of the Division were about to outrun their
base of supply, he personally followed the leading infantry unit into Kunsan, Korea in order
to locate enemy supplies and to reconnoiter suitable dumps for supplies arriving by sea. By
his initiative and loyal devotion to duty, Lieutenant Colonel Gassett assisted materially in
the successful supply operations of the 25th Infantry Division in Korea, and personifies the
highest traditions of the armed services. Entered the military service from Oklahoma.
Gates, 1LT Delbert C. (24ID)
General Orders No. 56 - 24 July 1950 First Lieutenant Delbert C. Gates, 0-1313394, Infantry,
U.S. Army, a member of Company D, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, is awarded
the Bronze Star Medal with V Device for heroic action against the enemy near Chonan, Korea,
on 10 July 1950. During an enemy attack on the First Battalion’s position, First Lieutenant
Gates, without regard of his own personal safety made several trips from his position to the
Regimental Ammunition Dump to bring his unit ammunition as their supply was almost exhausted.
During these trips to the Regimental Ammunition Dump he had to go through heavy artillery and
mortar fire. The route traversed by First Lieutenant Gates was so hazardous that on one occasion
his vehicle was hit by artillery fire, and he was blown out of it. Undaunted by this he secured
another vehicle and transferred the ammunition to it and proceeded on to his unit. The courage
and leadership displayed by First Lieutenant Gates was an inspiration to the men and also kept
the unit supplied with ammunition. The heroic achievement displayed by First Lieutenant Gates
reflects great credit on himself and the military service. Home of record: Joinerville, Texas.
Gates, CPL Robert B.
Then PFC, United States Air Force, 12 December
1952. Bronze Star for meritorious service.
Gathers, PVT Hillard Jr. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gaunt, CPL Arthur L. (24ID)
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 77 - August 08, 1950 Sergeant, then Corporal, Arthur L. Gaunt,
RA35884210, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company L, 34th infantry Regiment, 24th
Infantry Division, is awarded the Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement on 19 July 1950 at
Taejon, Korea. During a withdrawal by Company L, Sergeant Gaunt and fellow members of his
machinegun squad stayed behind to cover the withdrawal. Acting on their own initiative, Sergeant
Gaunt and the other men of his squad kept setting their gun in position and firing until forced
to withdraw further to the rear. As a result of their actions, the entire company was able to
withdraw safely. This act of heroic achievement on the part of Sergeant Gaunt reflects great
credit on himself and the military service. Entered the service from Covington, Kentucky.
Gauthier, Gene F. (USN)
Gavillan, 1LT Melquades (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gavin, CPL Raymond C.
Gaylor, CPL John C. (3rd ID)
Gaylord, PFC William A. (5th RCT)
Gaynor, PFC Bernard J. (artillery)
By direction of the President, under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4 February
1944 (sec II, WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant to authority in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star Medal
with Letter "V" device for heroic achievement in connection with military operations against
an enemy of the United States is awarded to the following named enlisted man: Private
First Class Bernard J. Gaynor, US52175111, Artillery, United States Army. Private Gaynor,
a member of an artillery battery, distinguished himself by heroism in action against the enemy
in the vicinity of Tongmangni-Polmukkae, Korea. Early on the morning of 8 February 1953
Private Gaynor was performing his duties as Number Five Man 155mm Self-Propelled Howitzer when
the weapon exploded during a scheduled fire mission against the enemy, resulting in the death of
two men and serious injury of another. The explosion started a fire on the carrier and
blew the caps off the gas tanks. Faced with the knowledge that the gas tanks could explode
and that there were fifty rounds of 155mm ammunition in the immediate vicinity, Private Gaynor
efficiently and calmly worked to extinguish the fire. Private Gaynor's expeditious action
in fighting the fire helped to prevent an even greater loss of personnel and materiel. The
prompt, courageous, and determined action taken by Private Gaynor with complete disregard for
his own life set an example for all his comrades to follow in this emergency. The heroism
exhibited by Private Gaynor on this occasion reflects great credit on himself and the military
service. Entered the Federal service from Ohio.
Gebelin, CAPT Albert Louis
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze
Star Medal with Combat "V" to Captain Albert Louis Gebelin (NSN: 0-73494/1100), United
States Navy, for meritorious service as Commander Destroyer Division Fifty-two and Commander
Task Unit Ninety-Five Point Two Point One, during combat operations against enemy North
Korean and Chinese Communist Forces in the Korean Theater from 19 May 1953 to 30 May 1953.
Captain Gebelin, consistently exhibited outstanding professional skill and aggressiveness in
the performance of his duties throughout this period. His duties included maintaining the
blockade and patrol of Wonsan Harbor necessitating the destroyers under his command,
including his own flagship, remaining inside the confines of the harbor, leaving only to
replenish or during bombardment by heavy friendly ships. Despite operating within range of
the enemy shore batteries, he operated his task unit in an extremely efficient and effective
manner successfully defending the United Nations held islands in the harbor and inflicting
considerable damage to enemy installations within range of his gunfire. By his courageous
conduct, aggressiveness, and determination he contributed materially to the success of all
missions assigned and to the termination of the conflict with the Communist Forces in North
Korea. His inspiring leadership and steadfast devotion to duty were at all times in keeping
with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. (Captain Gebelin is
authorized to wear the Combat "V".)
Geboski, SGT Theodore (3ID)
Geer, Myles E. (3rd ID)
Headquarters, 3rd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 13 - 26 January 1954
The Bronze Star medal is awarded to 1Lt. Myles E.
Geer, 02028690, Infantry, Headquarters and
Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 65th Infantry
Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, for meritorious
achievement in ground operations against an armed
enemy in Korea from 10 January 1953 to 5 January
1954. Lieutenant Geer, serving as Platoon Leader, Company Commander, Battalion S-1,
and later as S-2, performed his duties in a superior manner. His tireless enthusiasm,
aggressive leadership qualities and persistent efforts in training and leading his men were
instrumental in achieving the unit's high morale and close coordination despite adverse
conditions. He supervised the preparation and maintenance of personnel records,
reports, rosters, and correspondence with exceptional efficiency and a meticulous attention
to detail. His valuable services in the collection, evaluation, interpretation and
dissemination of military intelligence contributed materially to the Battalion's constant
combat preparedness. Lieutenant Geer's outstanding skill, initiative and untiring
devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered Federal Service from New Jersey.
Gendreau, PFC Armand J. (2ID) (posthumous)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 87 - 5 November 1950
Private First Class Armand J. Bendreau,
RA11175480, Infantry, United States Army, a member
of Company B, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry
Division, distinguished himself by heroic
achievement on 31 August 1950 in the vicinity of
Am-Sin, Korea. On this date his company was
withdrawing before a numerically superior enemy
force. Private Gendreau, a rifleman,
repeatedly exposed himself to heavy small arms fire
in order to assist in the evacuation of wounded
comrades. After assisting several men to
safety he noticed one wounded soldier still lying
exposed to the enemy fire. With complete
indifference for his personal safety he dashed to
his assistance and, disregarding the intense enemy
mortar and small arms fire, carried his wounded
comrade to safety, thereby saving him from certain
capture and possible death. His heroic actions
were responsible for the saving of many lives and
reflect great credit upon himself and the military
service. Entered the military service from
Massachusetts.
Genova, SGT 1C Phillip G. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
George, 1LT Kananie E. (25ID)
First Lieutenant Kananie E. George, 02203018,
Infantry, Headquarters and Headquarters Company,
27th Infantry, United States Army. On 2 August
1950 near Chindong-ni, Korea, Lieutenant George and
four enlisted men discovered a medium tank, the
turret of which had been damaged by an enemy
antitank gun. Although they were unfamiliar
with the operation of a tank, they succeeded in
placing it in operation and moving it to the
battalion area. When the enemy attacked the
following morning, Lieutenant George, acting as tank
commander, with the four enlisted men as crewmen,
moved the tank into position and directed fire on
the attacking forces, notwithstanding the hazards of
an open turret. When the 76mm gun jammed, they
moved the tank around the perimeter directing 30 and
50 caliber machine gun fire on the enemy, until all
ammunition had been expended and the tank caught
fire. By their bold and ingenious actions,
they had destroyed two hostile machine gun
positions, and inflicted numerous casualties on the
enemy. The resourcefulness, initiative and
courage displayed by Lieutenant George reflect the
greatest credit on himself and the United States
Army. Entered the military service from
Pennsylvania.
Gerhardt, Earl Alvin Jr.
Gerwick, 2LT Carl L. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gethers, 1LT Chester G. (159th FAB, 25ID) (GO91, 28Aug50)
Giebelhaus, SGT Charles J. (955th FAB, 24ID)
Headquarters, Department of the Army
General Orders No. 12 - 11 April 1961 Sergeant Charles J. Giebelhaus, Artillery, United States
Army, a member of Headquarters Battery, 955th Field Artillery Battalion, distinguished himself
by heroic achievement in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in Hyon-ni,
Korea, on 25 April 1951. When an enemy force of undetermined size attacked the 24th Division
airstrip with mortar, automatic weapons, and small arms fire, Sergeant Giebelhaus manned a machine
gun from an emplacement in the forward perimeter. His accurate and continuous barrage provided
maximum fire support, and enabled the successful establishment of another defensive position
which prevented the enemy from closing in and destroying light aircraft located in the area.
With utter disregard for his own personal safety, and despite the fact that his position was
subjected to heavy mortar and machine gun fire, Sergeant Giebelhaus remained at his post. Only
when his supply of ammunition was completely depleted did he fall back within the perimeter,
bringing his machine gun with him. Sergeant Giebelhaus' heroic actions are worthy of emulation,
and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.
Giannotti, William J. (USN)
Gibala, PFC Chester J. (3rd ID)
Gibbons, SFC Mortimer C. (35th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO91, 28Aug50)
Gibbs, 1LT Cyrus L. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gibbs, Freckless "Freck" Jr. (3rd Btn., 24ID)
Gibbs, PVT Vegan (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Giberson, 1LT Louis G. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gibson, CPL Carl (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 234 - 19 October 1950
Corporal Carl Gibson, RA16179757, Army Medical
Service, Medical Company, 24th Infantry, United
States Army. From 28 July to 1 September 1950,
as a member of a battalion medical company in combat
during the extremely difficult days of the Korean
conflict, Corporal Gibson served with distinction.
His untiring efforts to provide care for the
patients in his aid station despite severe handicaps
of limited facilities and equipment, and often under
intense automatic weapons, mortar and sniper fire,
greatly assisted the battalion surgeon in the
savings of numerous lives. Corporal Gibson's
courageous devotion to duty, initiative and
technical knowledge reflect the greatest credit upon
himself and the Army Medical Service. Entered
the military service from Michigan.
Gibson, SGT 1C William G. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Giebelhaus, Charles J. (Bronze Star with V)
Headquarters, Department of the Army
General Orders No. 12 - 11 April 1961
Sergeant Charles J. Giebelhaus, Artillery, United
States Army, a member of Headquarters Battery, 955th
Field Artillery Battalion, distinguished himself by
heroic achievement in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in Hyon-ni, Korea,
on 25 April 1951. When an enemy force of
undetermined size attacked the 24th Division
airstrip with mortar, automatic weapons, and small
arms fire, Sergeant Giebelhaus manned a machine gun
from an emplacement in the forward perimeter. His
accurate and continuous barrage provided maximum
fire support, and enabled the successful
establishment of another defensive position which
prevented the enemy from closing in and destroying
light aircraft located in the area. With utter
disregard for his own personal safety, and despite
the fact that his position was subjected to heavy
mortar and machine gun fire, Sergeant Giebelhaus
remained at his post. Only when his supply of
ammunition was completely deplenished did he fall
back within the perimeter, bringing his machine gun
with him. Sergeant Giebelhaus' heroic actions are
worthy of emulation, and reflect great credit upon
himself and the military service. Home of record:
New York (possibly Bronx).
Giebler, SGT Eugene D. (3rd ID)|
Gilbert, PVT Calvin E. (24ID)
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 56 Private Calvin E. Gilbert, RA17260425, Infantry, United States Army,
a member of Company B, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th infantry Division is awarded the Bronze Star
Medal for heroic achievement on 5 July 1950, near Osan, Korea. Private Gilbert was attached to
the 4.2 mortar platoon as an ammunition bearer. He displayed extraordinary courage by making
many trips into an area that was under heavy artillery and mortar fire to carry ammunition to
the gun positions. At one time when the gun positions were under and enemy tank attack, he
picked up a rocket launcher and fired on the enemy tanks until his ammunition was exhausted and
his position was overrun by the enemy. This act of braver reflects great credit on himself and
the Military Service.
Gilliam, PFC Robert L. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 249 - 27 October 1950
Private First Class Robert L. Gilliam,
RA57320130, Artillery, Battery C, 159th Field
Artillery Battalion, United States Army. When
the battery position became untenable on 1 September
1950 in the vicinity of Haman, Korea and march order
was given, Private First Class Gilliam and three
enlisted men who attempted to save their howitzer
were subjected to concerted hostile fire from
commanding positions. Although forced to seek
cover on three occasions, Private First Class
Gilliam and his crew, heedless of the withering
fire, disengaged the trails which were imbedded in
the ground, coupled the howitzer to the prime mover
and moved through a narrow pass under enemy fire to
bring the gun and vehicle to safety. Private
First Class Gilliam's courage, determination and
heroic devotion to duty prevented capture by the
enemy of valuable equipment and reflect the highest
credit on himself and the military service.
Entered the military service from North Carolina.
Gillis, SGT George (21st AAA AW BN)
Gilspie, CPL Vuncie L. (24th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO90, 28Aug50)
Girard, SGT Virgil P (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 893 - 31 December 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Sergeant Virgil P. Girard, US55077462, Infantry,
Army of the United States, a member of Company L,
23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 8
October 1951 in the vicinity of Satae-ri, Korea. On
this date Company L was engaged in an assault on a
strategic and well fortified enemy-held hill. As
Sergeant Girard and his unit were advancing toward
their objective, the determined hostile force
suddenly launched an intense concentration of small
arm, automatic weapons and mortar fire on the
friendly elements forcing them to seek cover. Fully
realizing the importance of his unit’s mission,
Sergeant Girard summoned a comrade, and together
they fearlessly moved a machine gun to an exposed
position from where accurate fire could be placed
upon the well entrenched foe. From this site,
although under direct enemy observation and fire,
Sergeant Girard unleashed such devastating fire that
the enemy was pinned down, enabling friendly
elements to resume their assault and drive the enemy
from his position. The initiative and courage shown
by Sergeant Girard on this occasion were an
inspiration to all who observed him and reflect
great credit upon himself and the military service.
Entered the military service from Nebraska.
Girch, PFC Paul W. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 241 - 29 June 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Private First Class Paul W. Girch, ER172l9l26,
Artillery, Army of the United States, Battery A, 38
Field th Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry, Division,
who distinguished himself by heroic achievement on
16 and 17 May 1951, in the vicinity of Tongsan-myon,
Korea. Private Girch was a member of a forward
observer team attached to Company E, 38th Infantry
Regiment. At about 2100 hours, the company was
attacked by a numerically superior enemy force. This
was repulsed with the aid of artillery fire, but the
enemy again attacked at 2300 hours, at which time
the company was penetrated and driven back, and the
officer in charge of the Forward Observer party was
seriously wounded. At this critical time Private
Girch took over the duties of Forward Observer and
succeeded in adjusting fire onto the attacking
enemy. His alert action was instrumental in slowing
the enemy down and inflicting heavy casualties upon
them, and enabled the Infantry to make an orderly
withdrawal with a minimum loss of life. The heroism
displayed by Private Girch reflects great credit
upon himself and the military service. Entered the
military service from Nebraska.
Giroux, CWO Rosaire (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 240 - 22 October 1950
Chief Warrant Officer Rosaire Giroux, W904117,
Headquarters 25th Infantry Division, United States
Army. During the period 14 July to 30
September 1950, Warrant Officer Giroux served as
Division Casualty Officer with notable distinction.
Upon entry of the Division into the Korean conflict,
Warrant Officer Giroux formulated tentative
directives for casualty report in and established an
efficient system of records. Upon receipt of
instructions from higher headquarters, he further
implemented his directives, exhibiting great
resourcefulness in covering problems which had not
been anticipated. He devised effective methods
of gaining information from many sources to expedite
reporting procedures. During this period he
checked in detail, recorded, and forwarded
approximately 6000 reports and personnel records
thereby greatly facilitating notification of next of
kin and administration of evacuated personnel.
Warrant Officer Giroux's thorough knowledge of Army
procedure, enthusiastic and cheerful devotion to his
work, sound judgment and exemplary initiative
reflect great credit upon himself and the United
States Army. Entered the military service from
Oregon.
Giuliano, PFC Manuel A. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Glackin, CPL James G. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Glass, 1LT Russell F.
Gleason, SFC Eugene R. (EUSAK)
Glidewell, CAPT Calvin E. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Glover, SGT Earl P. (2ID) (posthumous)
By direction of the President,
under the provisions of Executive Order 9419, 4
February 1944 (Sec II WD Bul 3, 1944), and pursuant
to authority contained in AR 600-45, the Bronze Star
Medal with “V” device for heroic achievement in
connection with military operations against an armed
enemy of the United States during the period
indicated is awarded Posthumously to Sergeant Earl
P. Glover, Army Medical Service, United States Army,
a member of the Medical Company, 23rd Infantry
Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, distinguished
himself by heroic achievement from 8 September 1950
to 11 September 1950, in the vicinity of Mosan-ni,
Korea. During this period he was the
non-commissioned officer in charge of a forward
collecting station of his regiment. In this capacity
he supervised the receiving, loading and evacuation
of the wounded at his station. During much of this
period the area was under heavy concentrations of
enemy artillery and mortar fire which made the
operation of the station both hazardous and
difficult. Under these trying conditions he
mainlined a cheerful and confident attitude and
continued to render medical service to casualties
without regard for his personal safety. His heroic
devotion to duty was undoubtedly responsible for
saving many lives and it reflects great credit upon
himself and the military service.
Goebel, SGT Norman J. (27th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO86, 27Aug50)
Gomez, SGT Antonio (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gomez, SGT Joe A. (24ID)
Department of the Army
General Orders No. 53 - 9 July 1954 Sergeant Joe A. Gomez (then corporal) Infantry, United
States Army, a member of Company L, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, distinguished
himself by heroic conduct in action against the enemy, in the vicinity of Pyongtaek and Taejon,
Korea, from 2 July to 15 July 1950. The enemy had launched a fierce and determined attack with
numerically superior force against friendly defense lies, forcing a withdrawal. His company
was assigned the mission of covering the withdrawal of his battalion by delaying and disorganizing
enemy attacking forces. Sergeant Gomez displayed outstanding ability and forceful leadership
while successfully leading 2.36 rocket launcher teams which effected deadly fire on hostile
forces and caused heavy casualties. He voluntarily led numerous dangerous but successful reconnaissance
and combat patrols into enemy territory without regard to his personal safety. Sergeant Gomez'
courageous actions and outstanding leadership reflect credit upon himself and the military service.
Home of Record: Adair, Oklahoma.
Gomez, PFC Miguel R. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gomez-Ramos, SGT 1C Luciano (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonder, SGT Ivan E. (3ID)
Greenville Delta Democrat Times (MS)
February 19, 1951
OSCEOLA MILLS, PA—Sgt. Ivan E. Gonder, son of Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Gonder, 110 Stone St.,
Osceola Mills, has been awarded a Bronze Star Medal with letter "V" device for "heroic
achievement in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States” as
a member of Company C, 15th Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. The citation, and award of the
Medal issued by Headquarters Third Division, reads in part: “Private First Class Ivan E.
Gonder on 31 March 1952 while in position to ambush an enemy patrol near Majon-Ni, Korea was
fired on by a numerically superior enemy force and one man was wounded. Due to an
intercepted radio message which stated that the foe was sending twin forces on this patrol,
the platoon was ordered to withdraw. After improvising a litter for the wounded man, the
friendly forces began the withdrawal while the platoon sergeant opened fire, but immediately
had his fire returned by the foe. Upon hearing this Private Gonder, a member of the platoon,
unhesitatingly moved to the rear and commenced firing his automatic rifle. With devastating
accuracy, he covered the area with a lethal hail of fire, forcing the enemy to seek cover
and allowing friendly troops to withdraw safely. Private Gonder's outstanding heroism and
initiative reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.” Having since been
promoted to sergeant, Gonder was serving with 3 Platoon rd Co. C, 15th Infantry Regiment.
Gontang, SGT Isidro (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 240 - 22 October 1950
Sergeant Isidro R. Gontang, RA39243684,
Quartermaster Corps, 25th Quartermaster Company,
United States Army. As section sergeant of a
quartermaster truck platoon from 25 September to 8
October 1950 during the Korean conflict, Sergeant
Gontang served with distinction. During the
rapid advance of the landing elements of the
Division, it was necessary for all supplies to be
sent forward from the railhead by motor transport, a
distance of over 150 miles. By maintaining a
maximum number of vehicles operating over this route
despite the constant threat of enemy action and
mechanical failure, Sergeant Gontang greatly
assisted materially in accomplishing the mission of
his platoon. Sergeant Gontang's untiring
devotion to duty is in keeping with the highest
traditions of the American soldier. Entered
the military service from Philippine Islands.
Gonzales, SFC Enrique C. (Army)
Headquarters, Department of the Army
General Orders No. 45 - 28 August 1957 Sergeant First Class Enrique C. Gonzales, (then Private
First Class), Infantry, United States Army, distinguished himself by heroism near Inje, Korea,
on 27 May 1951. While directing an attack from the forward slope of a small rise, the company
commander was seriously wounded. Without regard to his own safety, Sergeant Gonzales left the
protection of his covered position and ran approximately 50 yards through intense enemy small
arms fire to bring his commander to safety. The prompt and courageous action of Sergeant Gonzales
reflects great credit on himself and is in keeping with the high traditions of the military
service.
Gonzalez, SGT 1C Jose M. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzales, 2LT Robert R. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzales-Julia, CAPT Gilberto
Gonzales-Rivera, SGT Jose D. (3rd ID)
Gonzalez, SGT Felix (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzalez, SGT Higinio Jr. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzalez, CPL Juan F.
Gonzalez, CPL Juan P. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzalez-Camacho, CPL Abisai (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzalez-Quiros, MSGT Gilberto (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzalez-Rivera, PVT Juan (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gonzalez-Santa, PFC Francisco (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Goodney, Willard K. (USN)
Goodwin, 1LT Andrew L. (KMAG) (Oak Leaf Cluster)
Headquarters, Eighth United States Army Korea
General Orders No. 428 - June 14, 1951 1LT Andrew L. Goodwin, 01309547, Infantry, United
States Army. Lieutenant Goodwin, as a member of the United States Military Advisory Group
to the Republic of Korea, is cited for heroism in action against the enemy in the vicinity of
Hoengsong, Korea, from 11 to 13 February 1951. On 11 February 1951, when a Chinese
Communist Force estimated at one division attacked the positions of the 10th Regiment, 8th
Republic of Korea Division, Lieutenant Goodwin, a United States Advisor with the regiment,
immediately went to the 3d Battalion area to advise and assist the battalion commander in the
defense of his sector. He continued his outstanding efforts with the battalion until the
preponderance of enemy strength broke the friendly lines and the unit was overrun.
Organizing a small force of the withdrawing troops, he led them through the enemy infested area
to the regimental command post to establish new defense lines. When last seen on 13
February, Lieutenant Goodwin had assumed command of a platoon of Republic of Korea soldiers and
was trying to establish a new defense line four miles north of Hoengsong. The heroism
displayed by Lieutenant Goodwin during this engagement reflects great credit on himself and the
military service. Entered the federal service from California.
Goodwine, MSGT David Jr. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Goodyear, SFC Lee R. (25ID) (Med. Det. HQ, 25th Div.)
Gooldy, PFC John H. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 138 - 10 September 1950
Private First Class John H. Gooldy, RA17255004,
Infantry, Company C, 27th Infantry, United States
Army. On 25 July 1950 near Sangnyong-ni, Korea
after a large hostile force had been driven off by
artillery fire a few enemy remained in foxholes
about 175 yards on the flank, harassing the company.
Exposing himself to this well-directed sniper and
small arms fire, Private First Class Gooldy located
the group, killed two of the snipers and was
instrumental in causing the entire force to
disperse. Private First Class Gooldy's
outstanding courage reflects great credit on himself
and the United States Army. Entered the
military service from Missouri.
Gordan, PFC Freddie M. Jr. (24ID - 24MP Company) (GOS
166 - 6 October 1950)
Gordon, Gerald E.
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 79 - 25 October 1950
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Sergeant Gerald E. Gordon, RA17260472, Artillery,
United States Army, a member of Battery C, 82d
Antiaircraft Artillery Automatic Weapons Battalion
(Self Propelled), 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 17
September 1950 in the vicinity of Chobi-gok, Korea.
On this date, he was a crew member of an M-19 self
propelled gun. As the vehicle was advancing along a
narrow road that ran through open country, it was
fired upon by several enemy antitank guns and
suffered two direct his which immobilized it.
Although the vehicle had been stopped in an exposed
position, Sergeant Gordon did not seek cover, but
remained with the crew and continued to deliver
effective supporting fire upon the enemy. With
complete disregard for his own personal safety, he
assisted in wiping out, by small arms fire, the crew
of an enemy machine gun which opened fire on their
flank. His heroic and determined action was a vital
factor in eliminating the enemy and clearing the way
for the advance of the infantry. The heroic service
and devotion to duty of Sergeant Gordon reflect
great credit upon himself and the military service.
Entered the military service from Iowa.
Gordon, 1LT Harry H.
Gordon, Robert E. (25th ID)
General Orders No. 130 - 18 February 1951
25th Infantry Division The Award of the First Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster to the Bronze Star with
V device is awarded to Corporal Robert E. Gordon, Infantry, Company D, 35th Regiment, 25th Infantry
Division, United States Army. Near Haman, Korea, on 22 September 1950, Corporal Gordon’s machine
gun section was threatened by a strong hostile force. Despite a deadly hail of machine gun and
rifle bullets, he voluntarily traversed a large open area to a friendly tank, led it back through
the withering fire and directed its support with such accuracy that the enemy were driven to
flight. Corporal Gordon’s initiative, courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself
and the American soldier. Entered the military service from Minnesota.
Goss, WO JG Thomas G. (1CAV)
Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division
General Orders No. 104 - 9 June 1951 Warrant Officer Junior Grade Thomas G. Goss, W906754,
United States Army, Company I, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action
against the enemy on 10 September 1950, near Tabu-dong, Korea. When supplies were needed
by the forward elements of his company, Warrant Officer Goss took upon himself the task of
leading a Korean supply train to his comrades who were attempting to seize Hill 314 from the
enemy. For over three hours he led the supply train up the hill, under enemy observation
at all times and subjected to direct fire from artillery, automatic weapons and small arms fire.
Several times when his supply train members broke and ran, after shelling had caused several
casualties, Warrant Officer Goss rounded them up from an area of approximately 1,000 yards, and
continued to send them forward. When finally reaching the company command post, he
supervised the distribution of ammunition and did not leave the area until he was certain that
his services could no longer be utilized. His action resulted in the replenishing of
vitally needed ammunition under the most difficult circumstances of terrain and enemy fire.
Warrant Officer Goss' leadership reflects great credit on himself and the military service.
Entered federal service from New York.
Gould, CPL John R. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 180 - 23 September 1950
Corporal John R. Gould, RA13166887, Army Medical
Service, Medical Company, 27th Infantry, United
States Army. On 11 August 1950 near Changyong,
Korea, the company with which Corporal Gould was
serving as aidman came under such heavy artillery,
mortar and small arms fire that withdrawal was
mandatory. Corporal Gould refused to leave the
numerous wounded but remained to give first aid and
comfort. Moving among them, heedless of the
increase in fire, he administered to the men for two
hours until evacuation of the entire group could be
effected. Corporal Gould's heroic and
determined devotion to duty and to the wounded
reflects the highest credit on himself and the Army
Medical Service. Entered the military service
from West Virginia.
Gotas, LT Anastasios S. (3rd ID)
Grace, SFC Edward (24ID)(posthumous)
Department of the Army
General Orders No. 53 - 9 July 1954 Sergeant First Class Edward Grace, Infantry, United States
Army, a member of Company C, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, distinguished himself
by heroic achievement in action against the enemy near Anju, Korea, on 4 November 1950. His
platoon was occupying forward positions, with the mission of delaying the advance of attacking
enemy forces and covering the withdrawal of friendly units to secondary defense positions. He
fought tenaciously, assisted in repelling a series of assaults, and inflicted heavy casualties
upon the enemy until the platoon's ammunition supply was virtually exhausted and the position
surrounded by hostile forces. During this critical period, Sergeant Grace directed the fire
of his comrades from a position openly exposed to enemy fire and, despite two wounds received,
he refused to seek cover. As the attack progressed he was mortally wounded by enemy machine-gun
fire. Sergeant Grace's courageous actions and selfless devotion to duty were an inspiration
to his fellow soldiers and reflect credit on himself and the military service.
Home of Record: Athens, Ohio.
Grafals, 2LT Gilberto (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Graff, PFC Lewis C. (24ID) (24MP Company) (GO166 - 6
October 1950)
Graffam, SFC Richard L.
Graham, PFC Duane R. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Graham, 1LT James A. Jr. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Graham, CWO James I. Jr. (USMC)
Graham, CPL Richard L. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 249 - 27 October 1950
Corporal Richard L. Graham, RA13904131, Infantry,
Company B, 27th Infantry, United States Army.
On 9 September 1950 while his company was advancing
on Chindong-ni, Korea, Corporal Graham heard a cry
for help coming from the vicinity of a known
minefield. Despite the intense machine gun
fire covering the minefield, Corporal Graham
unhesitatingly went to the assistance of the wounded
soldier and carried him to safety. Corporal
Graham's initiative and heroic devotion to his
fellow soldiers reflects great credit upon himself
and the United States Army. Entered the
military service from New York.
Graham, PFC Tommie D. (25th ID) (Sv Co., 35th Inf. Regt.)
Grainger, SGT 1C Jack T. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gramm, PFC John A. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Grams, 2LT James W. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 38 -1 2 February 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Second Lieutenant James W. Grams, 02014605,
Artillery, Army of the United States, a member of
Battery C, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d
Infantry Division, who distinguished himself by
heroic achievement on 12 November 1950 in the
vicinity of Pugwon, Korea. On the afternoon of this
date he was accompanying the forward elements of a
rifle company, as a forward observer, while that
unit was attacking enemy-held positions. He
constantly exposed himself to the heavy enemy fire,
with utter disregard for his personal safety, in
order to locate and direct artillery fire upon the
well concealed and heavily defended enemy positions.
The accurate fire that he directed from his exposed
position inflicted great losses upon the enemy and
enabled the rifle company to accomplish its mission
with a minimum of casualties. The heroism displayed
by Lieutenant Grams reflect great credit upon
himself and the military service. Entered the
military service from Virginia, Minnesota.
[KWE Note: Lieutenant Grams was killed in action on
13 February 1951, the day after this GO came out.]
Gran, SGT Vernon A. (25th ID) (HQ & HQ Co.. 1st Bn., 5th Inf. Regt.)
Grandy, CPL James H. (ARMY)
Graniello, CPL Joe H. (3rd ID)
Grant, SGT James (24th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO63, 18Aug50)
Grant, Keiran J. (USN)
Grant, PFC Earl (25th ID) (Med. Co., 24th Inf. Regt.)
Grant, Theodore M. (Chosin, C Co., 12Jan51)
Graveline, CAPT Ernest L. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 8 - 9 January 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Captain Ernest L. Graveline, 0975954, Medical Corps,
Army of the United States, a member of Medical
Company, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry
Division, who distinguished himself by heroic
achievement on 27 September 1950 in the vicinity of
Anui, Korea. On that date, Captain Graveline was a
battalion surgeon. At that time the battalion area
was subjected to a heavy barrage of enemy mortar and
artillery fire and, in the early stages of this
barrage, several men were wounded. In spite of the
flying shrapnel around him and with absolute
disregard for his personal safety, Captain Graveline
calmly administered medical aid to the wounded men
in an open area being used as the battalion command
post, which was the target of the barrage. At no
time during this action did he attempt to take
cover, and he voluntarily remained in the open with
the wounded men until all had been taken care of and
removed to safety. The heroism and devotion to duty
displayed by Captain Graveline reflect great credit
upon himself and is in keeping with the high
traditions of the medical and military service.
Entered the military service from Nebraska.
Green, CPL Curtis (25th ID) (24th Inf. Regt.)
Green, SGT James G. (25ID)
Sergeant James G. Green, RA6786934, Quartermaster
Corps, 25th Quartermaster Company, United States
Army. As section sergeant of a quartermaster
truck platoon from 25 September to 8 October 1950
during the Korean conflict, Sergeant Green served
with distinction. During the rapid advance of
the leading elements of the Division it was
necessary for all supplies to be sent forward from
the railhead by motor transport, a distance over 150
miles. By maintaining a maximum number of
vehicles operating over this route despite the
constant threat of enemy action and mechanical
failure, Sergeant Green greatly assisted materially
in accomplishing the mission of his platoon.
Sergeant Green's untiring devotion to duty is in
keeping with the highest traditions of the American
soldier. Entered the military service from
Maryland.
Green, CAPT James L. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Green, SGT Howard W. (25th ID) (Co. A, 89th Med. Tk Bn.)
Greener, PVT Charles M. (90th FAB, 25ID) (GO96, 29Aug50)
Greenes, CAPT Joseph (2ID)
The Bronze Star for Meritorious Service in
connection with military operations against an enemy
of the United States is awarded to Captain Joseph
Greenes, 01176983, Artillery, Army of the United
States, Battery C, 15th Field Artillery Battalion,
2d Infantry Division in Korea, from 1 July 1951 to
10 September 1951. Entered the military service from
Ohio. 2ID GO 17, 15 Jan 1952. He was born 5 January
1918, died 7 November 2009.
Greenfield, PFC Ronald J. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Greer, SGT Denver W. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 83 - 30 October 1951
Sergeant Denver W. Greer, RA19346651, Army
Medical Service, United States Army, a member of
Medical Detachment, 2d Infantry Division Artillery,
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 1
September 1950 in the vicinity of Changnyong, Korea.
On that date he was in charge of a Battalion Aid
Station, with two assistants to help him. The
enemy had infiltrated through the front lines in
small groups and were subjecting the main supply
route to anti-tank and small arms fire. When
it was reported that there was a seriously wounded
man five hundred yards down the road, Sergeant
Greer, with total indifference for his safety,
voluntarily took the ambulance and started out to
find him. He drove around a disabled
anti-aircraft firing vehicle which was still
exchanging fire with an enemy anti-tank gun and
proceeded down the road to the location of the
wounded soldier. Although the area was
subjected to intense small arms and mortar fire, he
obtained the aid of two men, who were seeking cover
in a ditch, to help him load the wounded man on the
ambulance. He administered first aid on the
spot and then drove back through the enemy fire to
the aid station. The heroic actions of
Sergeant Greer on this occasion reflect great credit
upon himself and the military service. Entered
the military service from Oregon.
Gregg, Gilbert Lothia Jr
Grems, PFC Francis S.
Griffen, 2nd LT Frank L. (ARMY)
Griffen, MSGT Roy M. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Griffin, SGT Robert J.
Grigg, CAPT Kenneth C. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Grigiski, PFC Eugene J. (3rd ID)
Grill, CAPT Jack (HQ & SV Co., 89th Med TK Bn, 25ID)
Grimes, MSGT Raymond K. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 35 - 9 February 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Master Sergeant Raymond K. Grimes, RA6935323, (Then
Sergeant First Class), Infantry, United States Army,
a member of Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 23d
Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 28
November 1950 near Won-ni, Korea. On that date he
was a member of the Pioneer and Ammunition Platoon
of his battalion, which was being forced to withdraw
before an overwhelming enemy force. Assigned the
mission of laying a mine field in the road to delay
the enemy, he and another man prepared the site for
the field. Before the friendly forces could finish
their withdrawal, enemy mortar shells began landing
in the area. Without regard for his safety, he
remained until all the troops and vehicles had
cleared the prepared site. Then he placed the mines
in the field and camouflaged them. His courageous
action slowed the enemy and enabled the battalion to
withdraw with a minimum of casualties. His heroic
action served as an inspiration to all who witnessed
it and reflects great credit upon himself and the
military service. Entered the military service from
Minnesota.
Grismore, CPL Milton D. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 171 - 16 June 1951
Corporal Milton D. Grismore, RA26248017,
Artillery, United States Army, a member of Battery
C, 15th Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry
Division, distinguished himself by heroic
achievement on 21 May 1951 in the vicinity of Choun,
Korea. On that date Corporal Grismore was a
member of a Forward Observer Party attached to
Company B, 9th Infantry Regiment. As Acting
Reconnaissance Sergeant for the Forward Observer
Party, Corporal Grismore volunteered to go forward
in front of the Allied lines in order to observe the
town of Choun. He had been told not to proceed
more than two hundred yards but Corporal Grismore
had gone approximately one quarter of a mile.
While observing the enemy town, he was fired on by
an enemy patrol. The enemy was so close that
Corporal Grismore had to kill one enemy soldier to
cover his withdrawal. Corporal Grismore's
heroism on this occasion reflects great credit upon
himself and the military service. Entered the
military service from Colorado.
Grismore, CPL Walter V. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 234 - 19 October 1950
Corporal Walter V. Grismore, RA18296691, Army
Medical Service, Medical Company, 24th Infantry,
United States Army. From 28 July to 1
September 1950, as a member of a battalion medical
company in combat during the extremely difficult
days of the Korean conflict, Corporal Grismore
served with distinction. His untiring efforts
to provide care for the patients in his aid station
despite severe handicaps of limited facilities and
equipment, and often under intense automatic
weapons, mortar and sniper fire, greatly assisted
the battalion surgeon in the savings of numerous
lives. Corporal Grismore's courageous devotion
to duty, initiative and technical knowledge reflect
the greatest credit upon himself and the Army
Medical Service. Entered the military service
from Texas.
Griswold, MSGT Stanley S. (25ID)
Headquarters 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 239 - 22 October 1950 Master Sergeant Stanley S. Griswold, RA 19010000,
Quartermaster Corps, 25th Quartermaster Company, United States Army. From 31 July to 25 September
1950 Master Sergeant Griswold served with distinction as motor sergeant of his company during
the Korean conflict. On many occasions he was exposed to enemy fire while recovering vehicles
damaged by hostile action and mechanical failure. His technical knowledge and experience materially
assisted in maintaining a maximum number of vehicles available to transport vital supplies and
troops. Master Sergeant Griswold's selfless devotion to duty is in keeping with the highest
traditions of the military service. Entered the military service from California.
Groover, Chaplain Howard J.
PARTIAL CITATION
For meritorious achievement ... while serving
with a Marine artillery regiment in Korea from 15
September 1950 to 15 May 1951. Although
operating under the most severe weather and field
conditions, he, without regard for his personal
safety, continually ministered to the needs of the
wounded. His presence in the front lines added
immeasurably to the morale and spiritual well-being
of the men. His outstanding conduct under fire
in treating and giving spiritual consolation to the
wounded served as a source of encouragement to those
around him.
Gross, SFC Edward (7ID, 7th Recon Co.)
Gross, John W. (USN)
Grossman, 1LT Harold W. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 240 - 22 October 1950
First Lieutenant Harold W. Grossman, 050677,
Signal Corps, 25th Signal Company, United States
Army. As division signal supply officer from
14 July to 1 October 1950, Lieutenant Grossman
rendered outstanding service during the Korean
conflict. Working long hours under adverse
conditions of terrain and weather, Lieutenant
Grossman was instrumental in expediting the flow of
critically needed signal supplies and equipment with
the division. By his initiative,
resourcefulness and devotion to duty he surmounted
numerous supply problems and contributed essentially
to Division combat operations. Entered the
military service from Indiana.
Gruitt, PFC Ronald D. (3rd ID)
Grujales-Rosario, CPL Juan (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gruver, MAJ Bryan Jr. (25th ID)
The First Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster to the Bronze Star with letter V device is awarded to Major
(then Captain) Bryan Gruver Jr., 01010828, Armor, Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd
Battalion, 35th Infantry, United States Army. On 24 September 1950 near Uiryong, Korea, Major
Gruver coordinated an attack east of the Nam River with exceptional skill. Heedless of concentrated
hostile small arms and artillery fire which covered the area, he stayed in place to direct the
attack to its successful conclusion. Major Gruver’s exemplary and courageous leadership and
skill reflect great credit on himself and the United States Army. Entered military service from
South Carolina.
Guardiola-Perez, SGT Miguel (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Guess, CAPT Julian C. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Guidry, SFC Leroy J. (7ID, Co. E, 17th Rgt)
Guillaume, Chaplain Lionel A.
PARTIAL CITATION
Awarded for the period 29 April-8 November 1952,
cited his untiring labors in the face of enemy fire.
"Despite extremely adverse conditions, he
constantly moved among the wounded Marines with
words of encouragement, attempting to make th
casualties as comfortable as possible and, in many
instances, administering first aid to the stricken
men."
[KWE Note: Found on page 153, The History of
the Chaplain Corps, US Navy, Vol. 6, During
the Korean War.]
Guillen, MSGT Raul (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Guillory, Melvin J. (50th AAA AW Bn.)
Guitorad, CPL Leo J. (3rd ID)
Guiterrez, PFC Miguel A. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Guiterrez, MSGT Pedro I. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gumina, MSGT Carl V. (1CAV) (1st Oak Leaf Cluster)
Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division
General Orders No. 104 - 9 June 1951 Master Sergeant Carl V. Gumina (then Sergeant First
Class), RA35525014, Artillery, United States Army, Battery A, 61st Field Artillery Battalion,
1st Cavalry Division, for heroism in action against the enemy on 25 November 1950 near
Sinjuang-ni, Korea. At 2330 hours, an enemy counterattack broke through the battery's
perimeter of defense and forced the unit to set up a new defense line along the hills to the
rear of the former position. Sergeant Gumina then joined the 3d Battalion of the 23d
Infantry Regiment and fought off the enemy attack on this line throughout the night. The
following morning, Sergeant Gumina, on his own initiative, left this newly established line and
proceeded forward on foot to the area that the battery had held the previous night. While
under intense enemy small arms and automatic weapons fire, he helped retrieve a howitzer, prime
mover, and all section equipment. This heroic deed reflects great credit on himself and
the military service. Entered federal service from Ohio.
Gunter, 1LT Benjamin L. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Gutierrez, Rafael (3rd ID)
General Orders No. 147 - 17 May 1951
Headquarters 3rd Infantry Division Master Sergeant Rafael Gutierrez, RA6674668, Infantry,
Company "E", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On 17 December 1950, in
the vicinity of Hungnam, Korea, the command post of Company "E" was attacked by a large enemy
force. Because of poor weather conditions, the force was not detected until they opened up with
machine guns and small arms fire. Sergeant Gutierrez was in charge of the command post personnel.
Although exposed to the intense hail of bullets, he quickly organized his men into a hasty defensive
line and effectively returned fire on the enemy. Sergeant Gutierrez, heedless of his own safety,
continuously moved about from man to man, pointing out targets and instilling courage in his
men. His quick thinking and capable leadership caused such deadly fire to be thrown into the
enemy that his attack was completely disorganized and he was compelled to retreat, suffering
many casualties. Sergeant Gutierrez's courage and heroic actions were an inspiration to his
men and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military service
from Puerto Rico.
Guy, CPL David S. (25th ID) (25th Recon. Co.)
Guzman, WOjg Angel S. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Guzman, CPL Hilton A.
Guzman, PVT Margarito D. (3rd ID)
Guzman, PVT Rafael (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Guzman-Ortiz, PFC Virgillio (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
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