|
|
Silver
Star Recipients from the 32D ‘Red Arrow’
Division during World War II Surnames G through N |
|
Read here of the deeds of these brave heroes and do not forget
them!
The names which are preceded by an asterisk
denote posthumous awards.
Note: the annotation “not
HoV” indicates that particular award is not listed on the Military Times Hall
of Valor, just like “not HoH” indicates it was not listed on Home of Heroes.
|
261. |
Galton, Alexander I. M.
‘Alex’ Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army Company F, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: His obituary states that he earned the
Silver Star, but I haven’t found any additional information about it, yet. General Orders: Born: 10 December 1922 Home of Record: Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan Death: 5 January 1995 Interred: Oakwood Cemetery, Traverse City, Michigan Also earned Bronze Star, Philippine Liberation Medal;
according to his obituary, he was “serving in the 7TH Calvary [sic] and was then inducted in the 126TH
Inf.”; married, father of 3; resided at Fort Myers Beach, FL and Traverse
City, MI. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 13 Dec. ’17; not HoV or HoH |
|
|
262. |
Gamso, Rafael R. Captain, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 29 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Capt. Gamso earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as a
medical officer on 29 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. His actions were summarized by Murlin Spencer
in a war-time dispatch from overseas printed in the St. Petersburg Times
on 4 Jan. ’43, “They are brave men,
like the little group of five who volunteered to take medical supplies
through to a company which first reached the coast only to have the Japs cut
them off…It was from him [Pvt. Arthur A. Christofaro] I heard the story of the five who dared go
unarmed through enemy lines to take medical supplies to the isolated company,
which has since been rescued. They
were privates Ray Jackson of Arlington, Wis.; Sam Scarfo of Youngstown, O.;
Gerald McCarthy of Waterloo, Ill.; Vernon A. Pyles of LaGrange, Ky.; and
Capt. Rafael R. Gamso, New York, NY.
Gamso stayed all night to treat the wounded and returned the next day.” General Orders: Born: 28 April 1911 Home of Record: New York, New York Death: passed away 22 August 1979 Interred: Mount Ararat Cemetery, Farmingdale, New York This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
updated 28 Apr. ’13; added 13 Jan. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
263. |
Gannegan, Lloyd R. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lloyd R. Gannegan, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 91 (1944) Born: 27 February 1918 at Marinette, Wisconsin Home of Record: Marinette, Wisconsin Death: 4 August 2016 at Batavia, Illinois Interred: Saint Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery, Montgomery,
Illinois He enlisted in Wis. Nat. Guard in ‘38; Cpl. in Co. A, 127TH
Inf., Marinette, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20645834; WIA, earned Purple Heart;
promoted to Sgt.; married, father of 4; graduated Stout Institute, Menominee,
WI; printing and graphic arts teacher at East Aurora H. S., Aurora, IL,
‘50-‘80; member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Aurora, IL. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 10 May ’17 |
|
|
264. |
Gantenbein, William Emmet Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Battery A, 120TH Field Artillery Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “William E. Gantenbein, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 41 (1945) Born: 24 March 1922 at La Crosse, Wisconsin Home of Record: La Crosse, Wisconsin Death: 17 October 1998 Interred: Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida He was Pvt. in Btry. A, 120TH FA Regt.,
Wisconsin National Guard, at La Crosse, WI when 32D Div. mobilized
on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20651748; also earned Bronze Star; married, father of 2; worked
as electrician for Harris Co. Hosp., Houston, TX; retired to FL, resided at
Lady Lake, FL; member of VFW. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 21 Mar. ’14 |
|
|
265. |
Garcia, Manuel Perez
(Perez-Garcia) Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Manuel P. Garcia, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 169 (1945) Born: 29 July 1909 at Camagüey, Cuba Home of Record: New York, New York Death: 9 October 2011 at Miami , Florida Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Garcia, Manuel Perez
(Perez-Garcia) Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: Pfc. Manuel P. Garcia reportedly earned
the Oak Leaf Cluster to the Silver Star. General Orders: Born: 29 July 1909 at Camagüey, Cuba Home of Record: New York, New York Death: 9 October 2011 at Miami , Florida Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Hispanic American; married, father of 5; emigrated “to fight for Democracy,” wife and
children stayed in Havana, Cuba; worked as a machinist or mechanic; entered
service at New York, NY on 12 Jan. ‘44; SN 42065534; assigned to 126TH
Inf. in Feb. ‘45 at Luzon, Philippines; WIA May ‘45, bullet grazed his skull;
promoted to S. Sgt.; earned Silver Star w/OLC, Bronze Star, Purple Heart;
discharged 18 Dec. ‘45; son Jorge was KIA 4 May ‘52 during Korean War; a
month later Manuel attempted to enlist for Korean War, but was denied because
of age limit; volunteered to participate in Bay of Pigs invasion, parachuted
into Cuba on 17 Apr. ‘61; captured and imprisoned for 20 mos. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 12 May ’17 |
VVTX |
|
266. |
Garcia, Willie J. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company C, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 May 1945 Citation: “Private First Class Willie J. Garcia, (39722524),
Infantry, United States Army. For
gallantry in action near the Villa Verde Trail, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on
21 May 1945. The platoon of which
Private Garcia was a member was assigned the mission of neutralizing enemy
cave fortifications. Realizing that
the heavy volume of enemy machine gun and rifle fire issuing form these
emplacements was seriously hampering the platoon’s advance, Private Garcia
and another enlisted man, armed with hand grenades and explosive charges,
advanced toward the enemy positions over terrain dangerously exposed to heavy
enemy fire. Using smoke grenades to
conceal their movements, they succeeded in destroying three enemy
installations with explosive charges.
Later investigation revealed that one of the these caves was the
command post of Major Sampei, commanding officer of the enemy forces opposing
the advance of our troops. Private
Garcia’s extreme devotion to duty reflects great credit on him and on the
military service.” The other
Soldier was S. Sgt. Reno J. Bernardi, the caves he attacked were on Hill 508
in an area along the Villa Verde Trail known as the Kongo Fortress. Many thanks to Pfc. Garcia’s son who
provided a copy of the actual citation. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 341 (1945) Born: 1924 Home of Record: Brea California He entered the service on 3 Jan. ‘44 at Los Angeles, CA. |
added 15 Mar. ’13 |
VVTX |
|
267. |
Garrett, Leonard Edwin Captain, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Leonard E. Garrett, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Capt. Garrett earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
28 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 5 (1943) Born: 11 April 1917 at Pittsburg, Texas Home of Record: Beaumont, Texas Death: 4 December 1965 at Fort Hood, Texas Interred: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio,
Texas He also served during Korean War and Vietnam War; retired
as a Col. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 13 Jan. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
268. |
Gates, Dell E. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 18 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Gates earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 18
December 1942 near Cape Endaiadere, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far
East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 8 October 1919 at Phillips County, Kansas Home of Record: Bloomington, Nebraska Death: 10 March 2002 at Manhattan, Kansas Interred at Sunrise Cemetery, Manhattan, Kansas He entered service in ‘41; served in intelligence with 32D
Div.; “credited with single-handedly
capturing the war's second Japanese prisoner in New Guinea”; also earned
Bronze Star, Purple Heart; promoted to S. Sgt.; discharged in ‘45; married,
father of 3; professor of entomology and contributing author of Insects of
Kansas. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 7 Apr. ’13; not HoV |
BunaX |
|
269. |
Gauthier, William L. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “William L. Gauthier, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Gauthier earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as
a medic on 21 November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. The citation was summarized in a news
release from United Nations Headquarters in Australia on 26 Mar. ‘43, “Gauthier was cited for repeatedly
crawling out of his slit trench during a bombardment to rescue wounded
comrades.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 3 (1943) Born: 17 March 1914 at Ishpeming, Michigan Home of Record: Ishpeming, Michigan Death: 3 January 2003 Interred: Resthaven Memorial Gardens, Frederick, Maryland He entered the service on 4 Jun. 41 at Milwaukee, WI; SN
36211788; married; he is also cited in 32D Div. GO No. 53 (1943),
which may indicate an additional award. |
added 5 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
270. |
*Geelhoed, Peter Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Peter Geelhoed, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Pfc.
Geerhoed earned the Silver Star, posthumously, for gallantry in action on 2
January 1943 near Buna Mission, New Guinea.
The citation, summarized in the Detroit Free Press on 24 Apr. ‘43, stated, “He openly exposed himself to the accurate enemy fire in order to get
close enough to enemy positions to throw grenades into them. After having made possible the capture of
two positions, he rushed a third and was killed only after he had thrown one
grenade which killed two of the enemy and wounded others.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 12 (1943) Born: 27 May 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Byron Center, Michigan Death: 2 January 1943 near Buna Mission, New Guinea Interred: Winchester Cemetery, Byron Center, Michigan Status: KIA Father was Dutch immigrant; entered service 17 Apr. ‘41 at
Kalamazoo, MI; SN 36155108; family received Silver Star ca. 23 Aug. ‘43. |
added 7 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
271. |
Geib, Robert J. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert J. Geib, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 38 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 13 May ’17 |
|
|
272. |
Geik, Elmer S. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Headquarters, 1ST Battalion, 126TH
Infantry Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Elmer S. Geik, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” His citation, summarized in the St.
Joseph Herald Press on 30 Jul. ’45, stated that he earned the Silver Star
for leading a squad of litter bearers to evacuate casualties under heavy
artillery and machinegun fire along the Villa Verde Trail, near Mt. Imugan,
Luzon, Philippines. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 139 (1945) Born: 4 July 1917 at Benton Harbor, Michigan Home of Record: Benton Harbor, Michigan Death: 27 December 2004 at St. Joseph, Michigan Interred: North Shore Memory Gardens, Coloma, Michigan Worked as pattern maker for Star Pattern Co., Benton
Harbor, MI; entered service at Kalamazoo, MI on 23 Apr. ‘41; SN 36155570;
assigned as medic with 126TH Inf. at Camp Livingston, LA; earned
battlefield commission from Sgt. to 2d Lt., med. corps, ca. Mar. ‘45;
assigned asst. surgeon of 1ST Bn., 126TH Inf.; promoted
to 1st Lt.; discharged 18 Jan. ‘46; also earned Bronze Star, Good Conduct
Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/5 service stars, Pre-Pearl Harbor
Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, CMB, 7 overseas service bars; returned to
Star Pattern Co., Benton Harbor, MI; married, father of 1; retired in ‘70;
enjoyed gardening, stamp collecting, and woodworking; passed away; This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 13 May ’17 |
VVTX |
|
273. |
Genthe, Leland E. (L.) Corporal, U.S. Army Company M, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Cpl. Genthe earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
26 November 1942 near Buna Mission, New Guinea. A communiqué from the War Department to his
parents ca. 26 Feb. ’43 stated that, “Corporal
Genthe brought back wounded comrades over swampland and tall grass”
during the battle. General Orders: Born: 26 July 1915 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Platteville, Wisconsin Death: 17 July 2001 Interred: Calvary Cemetery, Platteville, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. M, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin National
Guard, at Platteville, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40;
SN 20651116. |
added 7 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
274. |
Gentry, Howard L. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Howard L. Gentry, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 201 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 14 May ’17 |
|
|
275. |
Gerbensky, Chester Francis
‘Chet’ Sergeant, U.S. Army Company G, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: Sgt. Chester F. Gerbensky
earned the Silver Star by using his innate pitching ability to throw grenades
to reduce several Japanese pillboxes, killing six occupants and forcing the
survivors to flee, while under fire on 24 December 1942 near Buna, New
Guinea. General Orders: Born: 29 August 1920 Home of Record: Hartland, Wisconsin Death: 3 August 2005 Interred: Saint Joseph Cemetery, Waukesha, Wisconsin He earned athletic scholarship to Carroll College, where
he was a pitcher; Chicago White Sox showed interest in his pitching ability,
but then he was mobilized; married; was Pvt. in Co. G, 127TH Inf.,
Wis. Nat. Guard, at Oconomowoc, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; his commander, Capt.
William H. Dames, had recommended he be bestowed with the DSC and
commissioned 2d Lt. after his actions at Buna, neither happened; his grandson
and some of his comrades led an effort to have him decorated; the DSC was
downgraded to the Silver Star, with which he was decorated on 29 Jun. ‘02 by
Brig. Gen. Kerry G. Denson, Deputy AG for WING; he was commissioned at some
point, either late in the war or after he re-joined the Wis. Nat. Guard after
the war; he was Lt. and Cdr. of HQ Co., 127TH Inf. in Waukesha ca.
27 Oct. ‘49; he was a Maj. by the early ‘60s; Lt. Col. and cdr. of 2D
Bn., 128TH Inf. when it was mobilized for riots in Milwaukee ca. 1
Aug. '67. |
added 26 Dec. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
276. |
Gernaat, Albert (Gernast) Private First Class, U.S. Army Company A, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Albert Gernaat, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Pfc. Gernaat may have earned his Silver
Star as a member of a combat patrol near Cape Endaiadere, New Guinea, on 19
Dec. ’42. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (1944) Born: 3 December 1915 at Decatur, Michigan Home of Record: Kalamazoo, Michigan Death: 4 November 1967 Interred: Portage Central Cemetery, Portage, Michigan Mother was Dutch immigrant; also earned Bronze Star. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 9 Aug. ’13 |
|
|
277. |
*Gibbs, Walter Andrew Sergeant, U.S. Army Company F, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: ca. April 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Walter A. Gibbs, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 175 (1945) Born: 19 February 1925 at Virginia Home of Record: Petersburg, Virginia Death: 19 April 1945 Interred: Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg, Virginia Status: DOW He entered service 4 May ‘43 at Richmond, VA; SN 33636240;
also earned the Purple Heart. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 7 Feb. ‘13 |
VVTX |
|
278. |
Gibson, Earl W. Captain, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23 April to 1 May 1945 Citation: “Captain Earl Gibson, (01284318),
Infantry, United States Army. For gallantry in action near the Villa Verde
Trail, Luzon, Philippine Islands, from 23 April 1945 to 1 May 1945. Over a period of several days Captain
Gibson distinguished himself by his aggressive leadership and his coolness
under heavy hostile fire. The company
attacked and occupied an enemy held hill and then under precarious
circumstances maintained the position against repeated and determined
counter-attacks. The confidence
inspired in his men by Captain Gibson’s heroic and highly capable actions was
greatly responsible for the successful defense of the strategically important
hill.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 275 (25 August 1945) Born: circa 1918 at Quaker City, Ohio Home of Record: Quaker City, Ohio Death: 6 March 1973 at Fort Myers, Florida Married, father of 1; attained rank of Maj.; resided at Brecksville,
OH; manager of the Higbee’s Dept. Store, Parma, OH; president of Parma
Businessmen’s Assn.; director of Parma Chamber of Commerce; member of Masonic
Lodge, Brecksville United Methodist Church. |
added 2 Mar. ‘14 |
VVTX |
|
279. |
Giesen, George R. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “George R. Giesen, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 60 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 15 May ‘17 |
|
|
280. |
Giesting, Richard J. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Richard J. Giesting, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 201 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 15 May ‘17 |
|
|
281. |
Gill, William Hanson Major General, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November - 22 December 1944 Citation: According to Always a Commander…, Maj.
Gen. Gill was awarded the Oak Leaf Cluster to the Silver Star “for
gallantry in action at Leyte Province, Philippine Islands, from the 16th of
November to the 22nd of December, 1944.
On numerous occasions Major General Gill inspired and instilled
confidence in his front line troops, making possible successful attacks
against the enemy. On the 16th of
December, he went forward to the battalion command post and personally
directed an attack on a strategic ridge.
His presence calmed and inspired his officers and men and the mission
was successfully accomplished. On the
19th of December, while in front line positions, he fearlessly exposed
himself to enemy rifle, mortar, and machine gun fire in order to seek and
encourage individual soldiers and to observe and direct the operation of the
front line troops. His intrepidity
under fire was a continual inspiration to both officers and men taking this
position. He personally directed an
advance on the 22nd of December which involved a long march over difficult
terrain, which was subject to enemy sniper and machine gun fire. On all occasions, Major General Gill’s
coolness and courage in face of enemy fire and his disregard for personal
safety in order to establish personal contact with his men, inspired and
encouraged his troops and had a direct bearing on the success of the Ormoc
Valley operation.” General Orders: Born: 7 August 1886 at Unison, Virginia Home of Record: Colorado Springs, Colorado Death: 17 January 1976 at Colorado Springs, Colorado Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Colorado Springs, Colorado Married, father of 1; graduated VMI in ‘07; moved to WA;
worked for Spokane engineering dept. (only worked a few months, laid off due
to Panic of ‘07); later worked as surveyor; later worked in engineering
section of Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad (CM&StP), a.k.a.
the Milwaukee Road (MILW); returned to VA to temporarily replace his father
as Loudoun Co. treasurer; when father resumed duties as treasurer, William
went to work for People’s National Bank, Leesburg, VA; joined Virginia
National Guard on 2 Dec. ‘10, helped organize a company at Leesburg, and was
appointed Capt. and Cdr. of the unit; attended a course at Ft. Myer pre-requisite
to examination for possible commission in Regular Army; commissioned 2d Lt.,
Inf., on 24 Apr. ‘12; SN O-3287; 21ST Inf., Vancouver Barracks,
WA; transferred to 8TH Inf., Ft. William McKinnley, Luzon,
Philippines, summer of ‘15; promoted 1st Lt. on 1 Jul. ‘16; promoted Capt. on
15 May ‘17; transferred to 5TH Div., Ft. Logan, TX; promoted Maj.
(Nat. Army) on 7 Jun. ‘18; Cdr. of 1ST Bn., 6TH Inf.
during WWI; earned Silver Star during Meuse-Argonne; discharged from Nat.
Army on 28 Jan. ‘20; promoted Maj. on 1 Jul. ‘20; detailed as
inspector-instructor to Va. Nat. Guard ‘20-‘23; assigned Cdr. of 2D
Bn., 30TH Inf., Presidio of
San Francisco, in ‘30; assigned to G-3, War Dept. Gen. Staff, ‘31-‘35;
promoted Lt. Col. on 1 Aug. ‘35; Cdr. of 1ST Bn., 29TH
Inf., Ft. Benning, GA, to ‘36; assigned XO, 27TH Inf., Schofield
Barracks, HI, in Dec. ‘36, temp. cdr. Aug.-Oct. ‘38; ROTC, U. of Cal.,
Berkeley, to May ‘40; assigned CoS, 8TH Div.; promoted Col. (AUS)
16 Oct. ‘40; transferred to 28TH Div. in Oct. ‘41; promoted Brig.
Gen. (AUS) on 31 Oct. (1 Nov., 5 Nov.) ‘41, Cdr. of 55TH Bde., 28TH
Div.; Asst. Div. Cdr., 28TH Div., Jan. ‘42; promoted Maj. Gen.
(AUS) on 24 May ‘42; assigned Cdr. of 89TH Div., Camp Carson, CO,
in Jun. ‘42; assumed command of 32D Div. on 13 Feb. ‘43; issued a
small boat with machineguns and a crew of 4 for his personal use at New
Guinea and Leyte, named it Elizabeth G.;
awarded Legion of Merit for his service at New Guinea Mar. ‘43-Oct. ‘44; on Luzon
he found a presumably Japanese military dog chained to a tree, he adopted it
and named him Ramrod, Gill’s call sign was Ramrod 5; awarded DSM for his
service in Philippines Nov. ‘44-Jul. ‘45; awarded DSC
for “extraordinary heroism” 16 Apr.-15 May ‘45 at Luzon; succeeded by Brig.
Gen. Robert B. McBride, Jr., as Cdr. of 32D Div. on 29 Aug. ‘45;
also awarded Bronze Star at some point; sailed from Manila aboard Monterey for San Francisco on 30 Aug.
‘45; retired 31 May ‘46 after 34 years of service; served as 7th president of
Colorado College ‘48-‘55, the College’s Gill House was named in his honor;
resided at Broadmoor area of Colorado Springs, CO; active in Chamber of
Commerce; member of Cheyenne Mountain Country Club, Board of Trustees of
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center; president of Memorial Park Assn.; namesake
of William H. Gill Post No. 9891 of VFW. |
added 16 Dec. ‘17; not HoV or HoH |
LeyteX |
|
282. |
*Gilleland, Andrew James
‘Jim’ Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D ‘Red
Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Andrew J. Gilleland, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 175 (1945) Born: 26 March 1924 at Wheeling, West Virginia Home of Record: Wheeling, West Virginia Death: 24 April 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Greenwood Cemetery, Wheeling, West Virginia Status: KIA Graduated Linsly Institute in ‘41; attended William and
Mary College, played football; attended Washington and Jefferson College,
played football; entered service at Ft. Hayes, OH on 27 Mar. ‘43; SN
35751388; commissioned at some point; SN O-1327833; brother Brady B. served
in USMC. |
added 13 Feb. ‘17 |
|
|
283. |
Gioney, Don W. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Don W. Gioney, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 117 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 May ‘17 |
|
|
284. |
Givens, John O. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John O. Givens, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 May ‘17 |
|
|
285. |
Glampe, Irvine H. (Ervin) Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Irvine H. Glampe, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 47 (1944) Born: 16 October 1918 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Cady, Wisconsin Death: 28 November 1981 Interred: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis,
Minnesota He was Pvt. in Co. A, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, Menomonie, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20648817; promoted to S.
Sgt.; later resided at Elmwood, WI. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 May ‘17 |
|
|
286. |
Glenn, Harry C. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Harry C. Glenn, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 127 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 20 May ‘17 |
|
|
287. |
*Glenn, Victor S. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company G, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 18 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Victor S. Glenn, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, S.
Sgt. Glenn earned the Silver Star, posthumously, for gallantry in action on
18 December 1942 near Buna Mission, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 38 (1943) Born: 14 April 1920 at New Glarus, Wisconsin Home of Record: Madison, Wisconsin Death: 18 December 1942 Interred: Roselawn Memorial Park, Monona, Wisconsin Status: KIA He was a Cpl. in Co. G, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Madison, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct.
'40; SN 20650001; namesake of Togstad-Glenn Chap. No. 2 of DAV at Madison,
WI, the other namesake is 2d Lt. Morris O. Togstad, Wis. Nat. Guard, HQ Co.,
127TH Inf., who was the last Soldier from Madison, WI killed in
WWI; Togstad Glenn is a street in Madison, WI named in honor of both of these
men. |
added 7 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
288. |
Glisson, Roy Alexander Captain, U.S. Army Company I, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Roy A. Glisson, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1944) Born: 16 July 1918 at Delray, Florida Home of Record: Boca Raton, Florida or Washington, D.C. Death: 4 July 1999 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Glisson, Roy Alexander Captain, U.S. Army Company I, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 138 (1945) Born: 16 July 1918 at Delray, Florida Home of Record: Boca Raton, Florida or Washington, D.C. Death: 4 July 1999 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery He graduated Columbus U. Law School; worked as civilian at
War Dept.; entered service at Richmond, VA on 3 Jul. ‘41; SN 33096134;
commissioned at some point; Capt. and Cdr. of Co. I, 128TH Inf. at
Luzon, Philippines; also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart w/2 OLC; in the
summary of his military service that he wrote for his family 2 days before
his death, he claimed he “Negotiated
and accepted the surrender of General Tomoyuki Yamashita (The Tiger of
Malaya.)”; discharged in ‘46; brother Sfc. Robert S. served during WWII
and Korean War; married, father of 2; real estate broker and developer;
resided at Wellington, FL. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 20 May ‘17 |
|
|
289. |
Gloeckle, Herbert A. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company D, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Herbert A. Gloeckle, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 120 (1945) Born: 17 June 1920 at Illinois Home of Record: Chicago, Illinois Death: 7 May 1945 at Mount Imugan, Luzon, Philippines Interred: Saint Joseph Cemetery, River Grove, Illinois Status: KIA He entered service at Camp Grant, IL on 4 Dec. ‘41; SN
36307699; fought at Yakamul, New Guinea ca. 1-5 Jun. ‘44; returned to Yakamul
ca. 12 Aug. ‘44. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 11 Apr. ’17 |
|
|
290. |
Gmeiner, Loren Lionel Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 2D Battalion, 127TH
Infantry Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Loren L. Gmeiner, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Lt.
Col. Gmeiner earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 25 December
1942 at Buna, New Guinea. In
actuality, this was the Oak Leaf Cluster to the Silver Star; he earned his
first Silver
Star near Juvigny, France circa 29 or 30 Aug. ‘18 while serving with the
32D Division during WWI. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 15 (1943) Born: 17 September 1894 Home of record: Waupaca, Wisconsin Death: 15 June 1973 Interred: Lakeside Memorial Park, Waupaca, Wisconsin Married, father of 1; he
and Aaron Anderson “purchased the
equipment of Martin Anderson and will manufacture ice cream at the old Huber
place on Water St.” at Waupaca, WI ca. May ‘16; 2d Lt. in Co. C, 4TH
Wis. Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Waupaca, WI, when mobilized 15 Jul.
‘17; served with 32D Div. during WWI, earned Silver
Star
for manning outpost under heavy artillery fire near Juvigny ca. 29-30 Aug.
‘18; 2d Lt. in Howitzer Co., 127TH Inf., at Waupaca, WI ca. ‘22;
1st Lt. in Howitzer Co., 127TH Inf. ca. 13 Jan. ‘23; was Capt. in
charge of Anti-Tank Platoon, HQ Co., 127TH Inf. at Waupaca, WI on
15 Oct. ‘40; promoted Maj. shortly after unit arrived at Camp Beauregard, LA;
promoted Lt. Col. and assumed command of 2D Bn., 127TH
Inf. about a week before it sailed for Australia; commanded 2D Bn.
at Buna; earned OLC to Silver Star for his actions 25 Dec. ‘42 at Buna, New
Guinea; WIA at New Guinea; enroute from Army hospital in San Francisco to
Billings Gen. Hosp., Ft. Benjamin Harrison, IN ca. 8 Mar. ‘43; home in
Waupaca while enroute to IN ca. 30 Mar. ‘43; received Purple Heart on 6 Apr.
‘43 at Billings Gen. Hosp., Indianapolis, IN, from Col. James M. Churchill,
Cdr. of Ft. Benjamin Harrison; wrote article about Buna in Sep. ‘43 issue of Infantry
Journal; received his Silver Star during a ceremony at Ft. McClellan, AL
on 15 Dec. ‘43; Lt. Col. and Cdr. of Military District of South Bend, IN ca.
May ‘46; Col. and deputy post commander of Ft. Dix, NJ, in ‘52; also served
during Korean War. |
updated 19 Jan. ‘14 |
BunaX |
|
291. |
Goldenson, Randall Richard __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Randall R. Goldenson, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 56 (1944) Born: 27 August 1919 at Oakland, California Home of Record: Oakland, California Death: 3 January 1991 at Quincy, California Graduated U. of Cal., Berkeley, in ‘41; married; resided
at Greenville, CA ‘45-‘64; owned Plumas Theatre at Greenville, CA, Tobin
Theatre at Tobin, CA, and possibly others; moved to Quincy, CA in ‘64;
retired from State of Cal. as office manager for EDD; member of Greenville
Rotary Club, Quincy Lions Club, Plumas Co. Mounted Sheriff’s Posse, Post No.
3825 of VFW at Quincy, CA. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 21 May ‘17 |
|
|
292. |
Golding, Howard A. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 27 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Howard A. Golding, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Golding earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
27 December 1942 near Buna Mission, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 12 (1943) Born: 1919 at Ohio Home of Record: Montpelier, Ohio He entered service 27 Nov. ‘41 at Camp Perry, Lacarne, OH;
SN 35280122; discharged ca. 6 Sep. ‘45. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 8 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
293. |
*Golliher, Arthur L. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Arthur L. Golliher, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 78 (1945) Born: 20 July 1920 at Tennessee Home of Record: Cumberland County, Tennessee Death: 15 December 1944 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Daysville Cemetery, Daysville, Tennessee Status: KIA He entered service at Ft.
Oglethorpe, GA on 18 Nov. ‘42; SN 34493969; trained at Camp Walters, TX;
overseas 26 Apr. ‘44; family notified of his death ca. Feb. '45. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 22 May ‘17 |
|
|
294. |
Goode,
Francis K. Sergeant, U.S. Army Death: 27 April 1945 Interred: Hughey Cemetery, Asheville, North Carolina Status: KIA He resided at Buncombe Co., NC, when he entered service 2
Feb. ‘42 at Ft. Jackson, SC; SN 14073296; received a battlefield commission
to 2d Lt. sometime after Aitape; SN 0-1690724; KIA 27 Apr. ‘45 along the
Villa Verde Trail on Luzon, Philippines. |
added 28 Feb. ‘13 |
AitapeX |
|
295. |
*Goodman,
Cecil Paul (presumed posthumous) Private First Class, U.S. Army Death: 28 January 1944 at Teterei, near Saidor, New Guinea Interred: listed on Tablets of the Missing at Manila
American Cemetery; also memorialized at Eastview Cemetery, Camden, TN Status: MIA Married; entered service 19 Dec. ‘42 at Ft. Oglethorpe,
GA; SN 34501034; FOD 17 Jan. ‘46; also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Good
Conduct Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/1 service star, Presidential
Unit Citation. |
added 6 Mar. ‘13 |
SaidorX |
|
296. |
*Goodwin, John R. Private, U.S. Army Anti-tank Company, 128TH Infantry, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John R. Goodwin, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Pvt.
Goodwin earned the Silver Star (posthumously) for gallantry in action on 16
November 1942 near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, General
Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: Home of Record: Scott County, Arkansas Death: 16 November 1942 Interred: listed on Tablets of the Missing at Manila
American Cemetery Status: MIA SN 37102830; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart. |
added 8 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
297. |
Grabow, Kenneth W. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company K, 128TH Infantry, 32D ‘Red
Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Kenneth W. Grabow, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.”
General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 12 (1945) Born: 1920 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Monroe, Wisconsin He was Pvt. in Co. K, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Monroe, WI when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct.
‘40; SN 20650668; his brother, Pfc. Clifford Grabow, was a Marine who was KIA
on Saipan. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 10 Sep. ’13 |
|
|
298. |
Grant, Ellsworth Victor Sergeant, U.S. Army Company I, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Ellsworth V. Grant, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 47 (1944) Born: 28 September 1920 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Neenah, Wisconsin Death: 25 January 1989 Interred: Oak Hill Cemetery,
Neenah, Wisconsin Family resided at Wrightstown,
WI at ‘30 census; Pvt.
in Co. I, 127TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Neenah, WI on
15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20647522; WIA
20 Dec. ‘42 by shrapnel near Buna; also earned Purple Heart.. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 5 Feb. ’13 |
|
|
299. |
Grayson, Lincoln Blaisdell Captain, U.S. Army __, 114TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 22 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Capt. Grayson earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
22 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 24 June 1907 at California Home of Record: California or Massachusetts Death: 25 January 2002 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Attained rank of Lt. Col.; married a woman from Australia,
father of 2; moved to Australia in ’49. This award has not been added to the WWII history information
yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of assignment,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 13 Jan. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
300. |
Green, Paul E. (P.) Corporal, U.S. Army Company M, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Cpl. Green earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 26
November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 1921 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Fennimore, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. M, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Platteville, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20651076. |
added 8 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
301. |
Greene, James J. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company E, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Greene earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
28 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
According to a news release summarized in the Manitowoc Herald
Times on 31 Oct. '44: “Pvt. Green
and another Red Arrow infantryman from Manitowoc, Sgt. Charles Wagner, were
decorated with silver stars for their part in overcoming a Japanese fortified
position in the Nips formidable “defense triangle’’ at Buna. Modestly discussing the action, he [Greene]
said: “One pillbox blocked my outfit
out of the triangle. Machineguns stuck
out of it like quills on a porcupine.
It had to be knocked out. The
sarge [Wagner] and I crawled out
through the Kunai grass and figured a way we could sneak up on the pillbox
without being seen.” General Orders: Born: 1922 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Manitowoc, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. E, 127TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Manitowoc, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ’40; WIA
near Aitape, New Guinea; earned Purple Heart; flown to O’Reilly Gen. Hosp.,
Springfield, MO, for further treatment; home on furlough ca. 31 Oct. ‘44. |
not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
302. |
Grych, Casimer (Grynch)
(Casimier) Private First Class, U.S. Army Medical Detachment, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 29 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Grych earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as a
medic on 29 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 28 December 1916 at Krakow, Wisconsin Home of Record: Manitowoc, Wisconsin Death: 24 April 1963 at Marinette, WI Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wisconsin He entered service 21 Mar. ‘41 at Milwaukee, WI; SN
36204903; discharged
18 May ‘45. |
added 8 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
303. |
Gullo, Charles J. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Charles J. Gullo, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 169 (1945) Born: 1921 at New York Home of Record: Mt. Morris, New York Death: 9 December 1995 at Mt. Morris, New York Interred: St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Mt. Morris, New York Married; entered service at Rochester, NY on 18 Dec. ‘42;
SN 32585983; trained at Ft. McClellan, AL; New Guinea, Leyte, Luzon; brother
Sgt. Anthony also served. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 22 May ‘17 |
|
|
304. |
Gutierrez, Ernest P. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Ernest P. Gutierrez, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 338 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 23 May ‘17 |
|
|
305. |
Gutow, Julius J. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army 2D Field Hospital (supporting the 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division) Date of Action: 7 December 1942 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 First Lieutenant (Medical Corps) Julius J.
Gutow, 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 [Simemi], New
Guinea, on 7 December 1942. Lieutenant
Gutow 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. First
Lieutenant Gutow’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 Born: Home of Record: Flint, Michigan |
added 10 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
306. |
Gutowski, Felix F. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 126TH Infantry Regiment,
32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 15 December 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Felix F. Gutowski, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” In several
newspaper articles discussing his Medal of Honor, Pfc. Dirk J. Vlug mentioned
that his friend, S. Sgt. Gutowski, earned the Silver Star for destroying an
enemy tank and working with Vlug to hold a key roadblock near Limon, Leyte,
Philippines, on 15 Dec. ‘44. Pfc. Vlug
destroyed 4 or 5 tanks during the same event.
When Pfc. Vlug learned he would be awarded the Medal of Honor, he told
the press, “I think Gutowski deserves
the medal as much as I do.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 60 (1945) Born: 26 May 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Grand Rapids, Michigan Death: 17 December 1974 Interred: Holy Cross Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Michigan He was Cpl. in HQ Co., 126TH Inf., Michigan
National Guard, Grand Rapids, MI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20633539. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 23 May ‘17 |
|
|
307. |
Hagar, Delmar F. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Delmar F. Hagar, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 May ‘17 |
|
|
308. |
*Hake, Oral (presumed posthumous) Corporal, U.S. Army Company A, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 (presumed) Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Oral Hake, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Cpl. Hake almost certainly
earned the Silver Star for his actions with a patrol near Teterei, New Guinea
on 28 Jan. ‘44, which was described in a pair of war-time dispatches filed by
Robert J. Doyle from New Guinea on 3 and 4 Feb. ‘44. He was a member of 50-man patrol from 1ST Bn., 128TH
Inf. that was attacked by a 100-man Japanese force west of the Mot River near
Teterei, along the western edge of the Saidor bridgehead, on 28 Jan.
‘44. The patrol killed 43 Japanese
soldiers, but suffered 8 killed, 6 MIA, and 9 WIA. He was a member of 1st Lt. George J. Hess’
group after it became isolated on north bank of Mot River. Cpl. Hake was 1 of the 6 who volunteered to
stay with the wounded and dead in order that the others could escape. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 47 (1944) Born: 9 January 1915 at Grant County, Wisconsin Home of Record: Dunn County, Wisconsin Death: 28 January 1944 near Saidor, New Guinea, likely at
Teterei Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He was Pvt. in Co. A, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Menomonie, WI when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20648822; also earned Purple Heart. |
added 9 Mar. ‘13 |
SaidorX |
|
309. |
*Hale, Arbon Chapman ‘A.
Chapman’, Jr. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Arbon C. Hale, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 166 (1945) Born: 20 January 1922 at Tennessee Home of Record: Gates, Tennessee Death: 1 May 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Eureka Church Cemetery, Haywood County,
Tennessee Status: KIA He entered service at Ft. Oglethorpe, GA on 16 Oct. ‘42;
SN 34377838; also earned Bronze Star, posthumously; KIA; both decorations
presented in a ceremony at Kennedy Gen. Hosp., Memphis, TN ca. 16 Sep. ’45. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 May ‘17 |
|
|
310. |
Hall, Deek O. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Deek O. Hall, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 5 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 May ‘17 |
|
|
311. |
Hall, Irving W. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company F, 128TH Infantry, Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: His citation was summarized in
a war-time dispatch from the front in 4 Feb. ’43 Appleton Post Crescent,
“While leading his Battalion Hall
spotted an enemy machine gun about 50 yards ahead on a trail near Buna. With utter disregard for his personal
safety Hall, making it appear to the enemy that he hadn’t seen the gun,
turned his back to the gun and motioned his men off the trail. Hall then knelt on the edge of the trail
and fired one burst from his tommy gun into the enemy position before the
enemy was able to open fire. The fact
that only one man was wounded in the encounter is attributed to the daring
manner in which Hall warned his men and gave them time to seek cover.” General Orders: Born: 30 July 1920 at Endeavor, Wisconsin Home of Record: Endeavor, Wisconsin Death: 2 June 2008 at Portage, Wisconsin Interred: Silver Lake Cemetery, Portage, Wisconsin He was Pvt. in Co. F, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Portage, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct.
‘40; his other awards include Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/2 service
stars, American Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Distinguished
Unit Badge. |
added 4 Feb. ’13; not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
312. |
Hall, Robert M. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company B, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert M. Hall, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1945) Born: 8 October 1918 Home of Record: Mineral Wells, Texas Death: 29 June 1984 at Mineral Wells, Texas Interred: Woodland Park Cemetery, Mineral Wells, Texas Married, father of 3; severely WIA 8 May ‘45 on Luzon,
Philippines; earned Purple Heart. |
added 5 Nov. ’13 |
|
|
313. |
*Hallock, Charles H., Jr. Corporal, U.S. Army Company L, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Charles H. Hallock, Jr.,
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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Cpl. Hallock earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
2 December 1942 near Soputa, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: 15 September 1919 at Kentucky Home of Record: North Branch, Michigan Death: 5 December 1942 near Soputa, New Guinea Interred: Maple Grove Cemetery, North Branch, Michigan Status: KIA Married; entered service at Detroit, MI on 22 Apr.
‘41; SN 36112151. |
added 8 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
314. |
Hamilton,
Chelsea B. Private, U.S. Army Death: 23 November 1944 Interred: listed on Tablets of the Missing at Manila
American Cemetery Status: MIA Lived in Lomita for 6 years, previously resided at
Walteria area of Torrance, CA for 13 years; graduated Narbonne H. S. in ‘39;
worked for Rubbercraft Corp., Torrance, CA; married (according to enlistment
record, newspaper articles didn’t mention a wife); entered service 26 May ‘43
at Los Angeles, CA; SN 39574451; overseas Nov. ‘43; received his decoration 1
Sep. ‘44; promoted to S. Sgt.; MIA, later declared KIA, on 23 Nov. ‘44 at
Leyte, Philippines ca. age 23; parents notified ca. 4 Jan. ‘45; also earned
Bronze Star w/OLC and Purple Heart; memorialized on Tablets of the Missing at
Manila American Cemetery. |
added 28 Feb. ‘13 |
AitapeX |
|
315. |
Handley, Arven Brown Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Arven B. Handley, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 117 (1945) Born: 4 March 1920 at Imperial County, California Home of Record: San Diego County, California Death: 8 March 1997 Interred: Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego,
California He entered service at Los Angeles, CA on 10 Jul. ‘44; SN
39592953. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 May ‘17 |
|
|
316. |
Hanlon, Harold __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Harold Hanlon, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 May ‘17 |
|
|
317. |
Hannum, Clifford Pershing First Lieutenant, U.S. Army 1ST Battalion, 126TH Infantry
Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 29 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Clifford P. Hannum, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, 1st Lt. Hannum earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action
on 29 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 65 (1943) Born: 7 December 1919 at Lyons, Indiana Home of Record: Indiana Death: 20 March 2002 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery He was commissioned 2d Lt. (Reserve) 10 Feb. ‘41; he was
1st Lt. and S-3 for 1ST Bn., 126TH Inf., at Buna; also
served during Korean War and Vietnam; served for 32 years and retired in ‘73
as Brig. Gen.; other awards include Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of
Merit, Bronze Star w/2 OLC, Air Medal, Army Commendation Medal, CIB,
Distinguished Unit Badge, Parachutist Badge and Vietnam Gallantry Cross; he
is listed as ‘Clifton P. Hannum’ in Victory in Papua, but most
references list him as Clifford. |
added 14 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
318. |
Hanson, Oscar L. Corporal, U.S. Army Anti-tank Company, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Oscar L. Hanson, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Cpl.
Hanson earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 16 Nov. ‘42 near
Cape Sudest, New Guinea. The citation
was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, of the Milwaukee Journal, in a
war-time dispatch from overseas on 23 Apr. ‘43, “Corporal Hanson manned a .50 caliber machinegun on one of the
vessels and fired at the attacking planes while Pvt. William Briggs of
Onalaska, Wash., fed ammunition into the gun.
The two stayed at the gun even after the vessel was aflame and the
order was given to abandon ship.
Witnesses said they hit one of the Jap planes. Hanson and Briggs were the last to leave
the vessel to swim the half mile to shore.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: 17 March 1918 at Fayette Township, Wisconsin Home of Record: Woodford, Wisconsin Death: 9 October 2006 at Darlington, Wisconsin Interred: Apple Grove Cemetery, Argyle, Wisconsin He entered service 15 Apr. ‘41 at Milwaukee, WI; served
with AT Co., 128TH Inf. in Australia, New Guinea, Leyte, and
Luzon; also earned Bronze Star, CIB; earned 6 Overseas Service Bars;
discharged at Camp McCoy, WI, Aug. ‘45. |
added 3 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
319. |
Hardin, Parker C. Major, U.S. Army 22D Portable Hospital (attached to 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division) Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Maj. Hardin earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
16 November 1942 near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: Home of Record: Charleston, Illinois Hardin, Parker C. Major, U.S. Army 2D Field Hospital (supporting the 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division) Date of Action: 7 December 1942 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) [Parker C. Hardin
(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 [Simemi], 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 Born: Home of Record: Charleston, Illinois He graduated Princeton ‘22; Harvard Med. School in ‘27;
intern Walter Reed Gen. Hosp.; practiced general surgery in NC; later chief
surgeon at a Monroe, NC, hosp.; commissioned ‘27 after military training at
Harvard; entered active service 15 Apr. ‘41; after requesting foreign service
he was sent to South Pacific in Mar. ‘42; assigned as CO of 22D
Port. Hosp. Sep. ‘42; he and his unit joined/combined with 2D Fld.
Hosp. in the Buna area. |
added 4 Jan. ’13; 0 HoH; 1 HoV |
BunaX BunaX |
|
320. |
Harding, Edwin Forrest Major General, U.S. Army Commanding General, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry
Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis - Synopsis: “Major
General Edwin Forrest Harding, United States Army, was awarded the Silver
Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military
operations against the enemy while serving as Commanding General of the 32d
Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Maj.
Gen. Harding earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 16 November
1942 near Hariko, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 18 September 1886 at Ohio Home of Record: Ohio Death: 5 June 1970 Interred: Woodhill Cemetery, Franklin, Ohio He graduated USMA at West Point, Class of ‘09; rifle
platoon leader in the Philippines; battalion commander in China; Cdr. of 27TH
Inf. at Schofield Barracks; taught at West Point for 6 years and was editor
of Infantry Journal for 4 years; Brig. Gen. in ‘40 as Asst. CG, 9TH
Inf. Div.; assumed command of 32D Div. on 9 Feb. ‘42; promoted
Maj. Gen. on 13 Feb. ‘42; commanded 32D Div. during its first WWII
campaign at Buna; after he left the Div. he went to Panama to command ground
forces in the Caribbean Theater; awarded Legion of Merit for his service
‘43-‘45. |
added 14 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
321. |
Hardrath, Alfred C. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company E, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 10 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Alfred C. Hardrath, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, S. Sgt. Hardrath earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action
on 10 January 1943 near Tarakena, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 16 (1943) Born: 13 September 1915 at Town of Kossuth, Wisconsin Home of Record: Wisconsin Death: 12 November 2012 at Manitowoc, Wisconsin Interred: Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church Cemetery,
Manitowoc County, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. E, 127TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Manitowoc, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; he served overseas in the Pacific from ‘42 to ‘45. |
not HoH |
BunaX |
|
322. |
*Harrell, Woodrow O.
(Harrel) Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 30 November 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Woodrow O. Harrel, 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 32d Infantry Division during World
War II.” S. Sgt. Harrell’s
citation, summarized in the Cassville Republican on 26 Jul. ‘45, read,
“For gallantry in action near [illegible] on November 30, 1944. Immediately after the five man patrol which
Sergeant Harrell led had destroyed an enemy machine gun position, a second
machine gun opened fire, seriously wounding one man and endangering the
entire patrol. Sergeant Harrell
ordered his men to withdraw and take the wounded man with them, while he
remained behind to furnish covering fire.
During the ensuring fight he was killed. Sergeant Harrell sacrificed his life to
ensure the safety of his men.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 10 (1945) Born: 6 January 1914 at Barry County, Missouri Home of Record: Los Angeles or Humboldt County, California Death: 30 November 1944 at Papua, New Guinea [either date of death or place of death is wrong; if date is accurate, then place would have to be Leyte, Philippines; if place is accurate, then year would have to be 1942] Interred: Chitwood Cemetery, Wheaton, Missouri Status: KIA Originally from Exeter, MO;
entered service at San Francisco, CA on 11 Jul. ‘42; SN 39097255; decoration
presented to his mother in a ceremony at Camp Crowder ca. 26 Jul. ’45. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 26 May ‘17 |
|
|
323. |
Harris, Hilton N. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Hilton Harris, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.”
General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 41 (1944) Born: 1917 at North Carolina Home of Record: Plymouth, North Carolina Death: 17 January 1946 (this is date of FOD, not actual
date of death) Interred: listed on Tablets of the Missing at Manila
American Cemetery Status: MIA He entered service 14 Aug. ‘42 at Ft. Bragg, NC; SN
34316374; also earned Bronze Star, and Purple Heart. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 11 Mar. ‘14 |
|
|
324. |
Harrison, Ralph C. Corporal, U.S. Army Company L, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Cpl. Harrison earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
21 November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
According to a snippet in the Daily Telegram on 1 Feb. ’43, he
went forward of friendly lines to rescue wounded comrades. General Orders: Born: 1922 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Beloit, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. L, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Beloit, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct.
‘40; SN 20650876; received the decoration from Lt. Gen. Robert L.
Eichelberger on 1 Feb. ‘43 in New Guinea;. |
added 9 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
325. |
Hart, Leonard M. Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Leonard M. Hart, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Cpl.
Hart earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as a medic on 16 November
1942 near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 15 (1943) Born: 1 April 1918 at Illinois Home of Record: Chicago, Illinois Death: 20 February 2008 Interred: Houston National Cemetery, Houston, Texas He graduated U. of Chicago; he entered active service with
Illinois National Guard on 5 Mar. ‘41 at Chicago, IL; SN 20618205; also
earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart; commissioned as a medical officer by the
time he separated ca. Dec. ’45; married; served in Army Reserve after the
war; retired as Lt. Col.; doctor at VA hospital(s). |
added 9 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
326. |
Hartigan, Joseph J. Lieutenant, U.S. Army 1ST Battalion, 128TH Infantry
Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Joseph J. Hartigan, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” Lt. Hartigan almost
certainly earned the Silver Star for his actions with a patrol near Teterei,
New Guinea on 28 Jan. ‘44, which was described in a pair of war-time
dispatches filed by Robert J. Doyle from New Guinea on 3 and 4 Feb. ‘44. He was one of the volunteers that rushed to
aid 1st Lt. George J. Hess’ group after it became isolated on north bank of
Mot River near Saidor on 28 Jan. ‘44.
The group was part of the 50-may patrol from 1ST Bn., 128TH
Inf. that was attacked by a 100-man Japanese force west of the Mot River near
Teterei, along the western edge of the Saidor bridgehead, earlier that
day. The rescuers formed a human chain
reaching from the bank into the river to catch 1st Lt. Hess as he was trying
to carry a rope across the raging river, so his men could attempt to get back
to the friendly side. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 41 (1944) Born: Home of Record: New York, New York |
added 14 Oct. ’14 |
SaidorX |
|
327. |
Hastings, Calvin __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Calvin Hastings, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 187 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 27 May ‘17 |
|
|
328. |
*Hatlestad, John Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 1 December 1944 (not definite but quite
likely) Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John Hatlestad, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.”
General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 8 (1945) Born: Home of Record: entered service from Minnesota but also
had ties to Ellis County, Oklahoma Death: 1 December 1944 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA |
added 28 Jan. ‘13 |
LeyteX |
|
329. |
*Hauert, Sheldon G. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company D, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 7 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sheldon G. Hauert, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Appleton in WWII, S. Sgt. Hauert earned
the Silver Star, posthumously, for his attempt to rescue a wounded comrade
who was lying helpless in an open field along the Villa Verde Trail,
northeast of Santa Maria on Luzon, Philippines. He was killed by a sniper in the attempt. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 120 (1945) Born: 23 October 1915 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Appleton, Wisconsin Death: 7 March 1945 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Son of Wilbert and Adora Hauert, 517 N. Bates St., Appleton, WI (hometown);
attended Appleton H. S.; was Pvt. in Co. D, 127TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Appleton, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20646517; promoted to Pfc.; WIA near Buna; received
Purple Heart ca. Sep. ‘43; promoted to S. Sgt.; other awards include OLC to Purple Heart, Good Conduct
Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal,
Distinguished Unit Citation, and CIB. |
added 24 Nov. ‘13 |
VVTX |
|
330. |
Hawkins, William D. Major, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “William D. Hawkins, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Maj. Hawkins earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
28 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
Maj. Hawkins was Div. G-2 at the time. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 5 (1943) Born: Home of Record: Bronxville, New York He graduated Princeton U. in ‘34; married, father of at
least 1 (met his future wife at Shanghai, China, sometime between '34 and
'38, where her father worked for Pan American Airways and Hawkins was
traveling around the world after his college graduation); worked for General
Motors Acceptance Corp., New York, NY, ca. ‘39; earned Legion of Merit for
his actions 10 Dec. ‘42-22 Jan. ‘43 as G-2; also earned Distinguished Unit
Citation; promoted to Lt. Col.; returned to U.S. ca. 13 Jul. ‘44; reported to
Field Artillery School, Ft. Sill, OK ca. 24 Aug. ‘44 to attend officers
advance course; stationed at Memphis, TN ca. Feb. ‘45; brother Lt. Col. G.
Frederick, Jr., served in Europe, earned Bronze Star and Croix de Guerre. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 23 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
331. |
Hayball, Donald Wilson Private, U.S. Army 32D Signal Company, 32D ‘Red Arrow’
Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Donald W. Hayball, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 19 (1944) Born: 7 November 1916 at Livonia, Michigan Home of Record: Grass Lake, Michigan Death: 1 July 2010 at Jackson, Michigan Interred: Grass Lake West Cemetery, Grass Lake, Michigan Pvt. in 32D Sig. Co., Michigan National Guard,
Ypsilanti, MI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20630387; obituary states he also served in
ETO; discharged in ‘45; married, father of 2. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
332. |
Hayes, Donald C. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Donald C. 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 26 (1946) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
333. |
Heck, Andrew J. Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pvt. Heck earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as a
medic on 28 December 1942 near Dobodura, New Guinea. His citation, summarized in the Daily
Telegram on 25 Mar. ‘43, stated: “Private
Heck remained beside seven wounded men lying on stretchers under the wing of
a transport plane during an enemy air attack on a landing strip near Dobodura
Dec. 27. During a combined enemy
strafing attack by at least three Japanese planes, Heck drove a jeep onto the
field to shield the men from enemy fire.
When a second jeep would not start, Heck, without aid, pulled it by
hand to the wounded
men, giving them further protection.
Even after the plane was shattered by enemy fire and gasoline was
escaping from the tanks, Heck stayed with the wounded until the attack
ended.” General Orders: Born: 1917 at Ohio Home of Record: River Rouge, Michigan He entered service 11 Apr. ‘41 at Detroit, MI; SN
36110179; received
the decoration from Lieut. Gen. Robert L. Eichelberger on 25 Mar. ‘43 in
Australia; promoted to T. Sgt. |
added 10 Apr. ’13; updated 28 May ’17; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
334. |
Heck, George A. Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 8 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Sgt. Heck earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 8
January 1943 near Tarakena, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 1916 at Indiana Home of Record: Burney, Indiana He entered service 25 Apr. ‘41 at Detroit, MI; SN
36112840; brother Wilbur W. also served during WWII. |
added 10 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
335. |
Heinrich, Harold Sandro __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Harold S. Heinrich, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 114 (1945) Born: 27 October 1917 at Medina, North Dakota Home of Record: Medina, North Dakota Death: 28 July 2014 at Jamestown, North Dakota Interred: Medina Cemetery, Medina, North Dakota He entered service 30 Mar. ‘42;
discharged 3 Jan. ‘46; married, father of 1; farmer; moved to Jamestown, ND
in ‘60; worked at Jamestown College, Haybuster, and Stutsman Co. Highway
Dept.; member of First Congregational United Church of Christ, Eagles Club,
American Legion, Dusty Trail Riders; enjoyed horses, reading western books,
cooking. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
336. |
*Helmedag, Gilbert A. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Gilbert A. Helmedag, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, General
Orders No. 113 (1945) Born: 17 January 1922 at Illinois Home of Record: Quincy, Illinois Death: 31 March 1945 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Saint Boniface Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois Status: KIA SN 36686681. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
337. |
Henderson, Grady C. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Grady C. Henderson, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 322 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
338. |
Henderson, John W. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John W. Henderson, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 51 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
339. |
*Hendricksen, Robert J. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert J. Hendricksen, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 160 (1945) Born: 1925 at Washington Home of Record: Snohomish County, Washington Death: 21 March 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno,
California Status: KIA He entered service at Seattle, WA on 15 Apr. ‘43; SN
39206737. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
|
|
340. |
Hensley, Leroy Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Leroy Hensley, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1945) Born: 1920 at Tennessee Home of Record: Jonesville, Virginia Death: 24 November 1944 on Leyte, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Married, father of (at least) 1; entered service 4 Dec.
‘41 at Roanoke, VA; SN 33091571; also earned Purple Heart w/OLC. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 12 Mar. ’14 |
|
|
341. |
Henson,
Edward H. (Hensen) Private, U.S. Army General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 56 (1944) His unit of assignment is presumed, most of the patrol
members, whose unit is known, were assigned to the 126TH Inf. |
added 27 Feb. ‘13 |
AitapeX |
|
342. |
Herman, John P. Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army 3D Battalion, 127TH Infantry
Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 7 December 1944, presumed Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John Herman, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Sergeant Herman’s citation was summarized
in the Battle Creek Enquirer on 26
Aug. ’45: “Sergeant Herman, together
with the 32d Red Arrow Infantry Division, was engaged in mopping up the Japs
who were well dug in along the crest of a thickly wooded hill, and the boys
were having a tough time of it. Herman,
who was untrained in the use of a flame thrower, never-the-less strapped one
on his back, crawled up the ridge to within five yards of an emplacement,
then standing erect he let the Japs have it.
This incident so inspired his company that they rallied and charged,
finally taking the whole hill.”
The event occurred sometime between 30 Nov. and 7 Dec. ’44 on or near
Hill 400 near Limon, Leyte, Philippines, probably on 7 Dec. when the hill
fell. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1945) Born: 7 June 1912 at Sherwood, Michigan Home of Record: Sherwood, Michigan Death: 23 February 1999 at Coldwater, Michigan Interred: Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bronson, Michigan Son of Henry and Veronica ‘Lizzie’ (Klawinski) Herman,
Sherwood, MI; also had ties to Union City, MI; graduated Sherwood H. S. in
‘29; entered service at Kalamazoo, MI on 30 Apr. ‘41; SN 36156233; overseas
in Apr. ‘42; also earned Purple Heart w/OLC, Good Conduct Medal,
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, Distinguished Unit Citation, CIB, Philippine
Liberation Medal; 34 mos. overseas; home on 30-day furlough ca. 20 Mar. ‘45;
reported to Ft. Sheridan, IL after furlough. |
added 28 May ‘17 |
LeyteX |
|
343. |
*Heron, John A. Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D ‘Red
Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John A. Heron, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 175 (1945) Born: 28 February 1925 at Texas Home of Record: Erath County or Falls County, Texas Death: 3 May 1945 Interred: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio,
Texas Status: DOW He entered service at Abilene, TX on 17 May ‘43; SN
38513896. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 29 May ‘17 |
|
|
344. |
Herr, Daniel J. ‘Danny’ Warrant Officer, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry
Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Daniel 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, WO
Herr earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 16 November 1942 near
Cape Sudest, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April1943) Born: 11 February 1917 at Ohio Home of Record: New York, New York Death: 28 September 1990 at Chicago, Illinois Interred: Wood National Cemetery, Milwaukee, Wisconsin He graduated Fordham U. in ‘38; reporter for New York
Daily News; entered service as Pvt. on 15 Jan. ‘41 at NY; SN 32001853;
promoted to WO; WIA by machine gun fire, 5 wounds to arms and legs, during
Japanese air attack on Allied supply trawlers on 16 Nov. ‘42 at Cape Sudest,
New Guinea; assisted to shore (saved from drowning) by Maj. Gen. Edwin F.
Harding and Capt. Robert D. Winkler; commissioned 2d Lt. on 19 Nov. ‘42; SN
0888380; also earned Purple Heart; promoted to 1st Lt. in Jun. ‘43; promoted
to Capt. ca. 20 Jun. ‘44 while assigned as Aide-de-Camp to Maj. Gen. Harding,
CG, Panama Mobile Force, HQ, Panama Canal Dept.; transferred with Maj. Gen.
Harding to Antilles Dept. based at Puerto Rico; promoted to Maj. ca. 9 Jul.
‘45; transferred with Maj. Gen. Harding to Washington, DC ca. Jul. ’45. |
added 4 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
345. |
Hess, George J. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company A, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to 32D Infantry Division in
World War II
and Victory in Papua, on Christmas morning 1942, 2d Lt. Hess led a
15-man patrol on a mission to get through to the rear of the Japanese right
flank at Old Strip near Buna. By that
afternoon, after several hours struggling through the festering and seemingly
impenetrable swamp, now and then sinking waist-deep, 2d Lt. Hess and his men
succeeded in securing a tentative position on a small patch of dry ground to
the Japanese rear. The patrol held
their position for the rest of the day and that night, in spite of Japanese
efforts to dislodge them. The next morning
additional U.S. and Australian forces were able to use these new positions to
capture a pair of enemy positions that had been impeding the Allied advance
on the Warren Force front. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far
East, General Orders No. 37 (12 May 1944) Born: 23 February 1918 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Edgerton, Wisconsin Death: 13 July 1994 Married; he enlisted in Wisconsin National Guard in ‘34;
S. Sgt. in HQ Co., 128TH Inf., at Edgerton, WI when 32D
Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20648402; brother Sgt. Donald D. served in
same unit; commissioned at some point; 2d Lt. assigned to Co. A at Buna;
promoted to 1st Lt.; earned DSC
for his actions as 1st Lt. on 28 Jan. ‘44 near Teterei; promoted Capt. ca.
Aug. ‘44; also earned Bronze Star w/2 OLC during WWII; stationed at Giesen,
Germany with 4TH Inf. Div. ca. ‘51 until ca. 26 Jun. ‘54; promoted
to Maj. on 12 Nov. ‘52; home on leave ca. 26 Jun. ‘54; stationed at
Evansville, IN ‘54 to ca. ‘57; stationed in S. Korea ca. ‘58; assigned chief
of supply and maintenance at Ft. Ord, CA in Jan. ‘59; promoted Lt. Col. ca.
Feb. ‘61 at Ft. Ord, CA; retired ca. ’62. |
added 14 Oct. ‘14 |
BunaX |
|
346. |
Higgs, Buford __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Buford Higgs, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 56 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history information
yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action, there is
not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 30 May ‘17 |
|
|
347. |
Hill, Howard B. Lieutenant, U.S. Army __, 121ST Field Artillery Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 7 February 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Howard B. 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” His citation was summarized in a partially
legible article in the Charleston Gazette on 7 Aug. ‘45, which stated
that Lt. Hill earned the Silver Star, in part, for flying “an unarmed and unarmored liaison plane
over enemy territory to direct artillery fire”, over the Villa Verde
Trail, Luzon, Philippines, on 7 Feb. ‘45.
He was WIA by Japanese machine gunner during the flight. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 220 (1945) Born: 1922 at West Virginia Home of Record: Charleston, West Virginia He entered service as Pvt. in the Air Corps at Charleston,
WV on 8 May ‘42; SN 15170196; entered flight school at Perrin Field, TX, but
washed out; transferred to FA and commissioned 2d Lt. at Ft. Sill, OK ca.
Fall of ‘43; overseas ca. Feb. ‘44; assigned to 121ST FA Bn. as
forward observer and pilot of Piper L-4 ‘Grasshopper,’ a.ka. ‘Cub,’ plane;
Aitape, Biak, Leyte, Luzon; received Silver Star on 17 Jul. ‘45; also earned
Purple Heart. |
added 30 May ‘17 |
VVTX |
|
348. |
Hilliard, Malcom M. (H.)
(Hillard) Corporal, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 20 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Cpl. Hilliard earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
20 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
According to an article in the Daily Telegram on 1 Feb. ’43, he
and 3 others attempted to repair a damaged bridge under heavy enemy fire (the
others were T. Sgt. Wright C. Chambless, Jr., Pvt. Thomas E. Doss, and Pvt.
Floyd A. Sujkowski). General Orders: Born: 13 March 1919 at Ohio Home of Record: Mount Pleasant, Michigan Death: 28 September 2004 at Ohio Interred: Saint Mary Cemetery, Lancaster, Ohio He entered service at Detroit, MI on 3 Jun. ‘41; SN
36116635; promoted to S. Sgt.; married, father of 1. |
added 11 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
349. |
Hockenbury, Edward C. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward C. Hockenbury, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 127 (1945) Also cited in 32D Div. GO No. 214 (1945) which
indicate an additional award. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 31 May ‘17 |
|
|
350. |
Hodge, Arthur V. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Arthur V. Hodge, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 120 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 31 May ‘17 |
|
|
351. |
Hodges, Clyde T. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Clyde T. Hodges, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 14 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 31 May ‘17 |
|
|
352. |
Hoffman, Llewelynn
(Llewellyn) Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Llewellyn 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Sgt. Hoffman earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as
a medic on 16 November 1942 near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 15 (1943) Born: 1917 or 1919 at Illinois Home of Record: Chicago, Illinois He entered active service with Illinois National Guard on
3 Mar. ‘41 at Chicago, IL; SN 20618356; married. |
added 11 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
353. |
Holden, Maurice C. ‘Maury’ Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 2D Battalion, 128TH
Infantry Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Maurice C. Holden, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 158 (1945) Born: 25 February 1919 Home of Record: Cherryvale, Kansas Death: 20 December 1997 Interred: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio,
Texas Graduated Kansas U. in ‘40; commissioned 2d Lt., Inf., in
‘40; SN O-24534; assigned to 9TH Inf., 2D Div., Ft. Sam
Houston, TX; Lt. Col. and Cdr. of 2D Bn., 128TH Inf.,
along Villa Verde Trail, Luzon, Philippines, 26 Apr.-30 Jun. ‘45; assigned
Asst. Military Attaché in Mexico on 22 Apr. ‘46; G-3, 2D Inf.
Div., ca. ‘50, Korean War; earned 2nd OLC to Bronze Star for his actions 30
Nov. ‘50 near Kunu-ri, Korea, in part, “Under
direct observation and fire of the enemy, Colonel Holden dismounted and moved
forward to the burning vehicles. He then detached an ammunition trailer from
one of the burning vehicles; moving it back to a relatively safe distance
from the flaming truck. His daring action averted a possible explosion which
would have proved disastrous and enabled the convoy to continue its
withdrawal.”; Col. and Asst. to Secretary of the Army ca. ‘56; Chief,
U.S. Army Mission, Costa Rica, ca. ‘59; also served in Vietnam; earned Legion
of Merit w/OLC for his service in Vietnam; also earned Purple Heart; last
duty assignment was Director of Instruction, Inf. School, Ft. Benning, GA;
retired 10 Jun. ‘65 with 25 years of service; married in '52, father of 2;
appointed vice-president of Texas State Bank on 13 Aug. ‘65, later president;
“one of the original investors for the
San Antonio Spurs” ca. ‘73, served as secretary-treasurer for 15 years;
namesake of Maury Holden Scholarship, presented by San Antonio Spurs and Optimist
Club of San Antonio. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 1 Jun. ’17; updated 16 Jan. ‘18 |
|
|
354. |
Hollenbeck, Stanley William Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army 14TH Portable Surgical Hospital (attached to 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division) Date of Action: 16-17 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Stanley W. Hollenbeck, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Maj.
Hollenbeck earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 16-17 November
1942 at Embogo, New Guinea. The
citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, of the Milwaukee Journal,
in a war-time dispatch from overseas on 23 Apr. ‘43, “Maj. Hollenbeck, then commanding a portable hospital, hiked eight
miles along the beach at night, wading several tidal streams, to give
treatment to 30 survivors who reached shore after the vessels were bombed and
strafed [on 16 Nov. ‘42]. Maj. Hollenbeck helped move the men to his
portable hospital and worked through the night operating on the
patients. The next morning when enemy
planes returned and strafed the area in which the hospital was located in
tents, Maj. Hollenbeck helped carry the wounded men to slit trenches before
seeking protection for himself.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: 22 May 1911 at Milwaukee, Wisconsin Home of Record: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Death: 10 January 1996 Interred: Valhalla Memorial Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin He graduated Marquette U. School of Medicine in ‘36;
practiced medicine at Milwaukee, WI; married, father of 4; was a Maj. and
commander of Med. Dept., 126TH FA Regt., Wisconsin National Guard,
at Milwaukee, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; the 14TH
Port. Surgical Hosp. was “the first
portable hospital unit to go into service in the southwest Pacific area”;
by the time the award was presented ca. Apr. ‘43, he had been promoted to Lt.
Col. and given command of a medical battalion. |
added 3 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
355. |
Hollrah, Vernon F. Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: His obituary states that he earned the
Silver Star, but I haven’t found any additional information about it, yet. General Orders: Born: 12 June 1920 Home of Record: Charter Oak, Iowa Death: 5 April 2004 at Denison, Iowa Interred: Saint John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Charter Oak,
Iowa Attended Charter Oak H. S.; worked on family farm at
Hanover Township, Crawford Co., IA; entered service in Jan. ‘42; overseas in
Apr. ‘42; WIA 22 Apr. ‘45 at Luzon, Philippines (family notified ca. 26 May
‘45); also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal
w/5 service stars, WWII Victory Medal, Presidential Unit Citation,
Distinguished Unit Citation, CIB, 6 Overseas Service Bars; returned to U.S.
in Sep. ‘45; returned to farming near Charter Oak, IA; married on 22 Feb.
‘48, father of 3; earned his State High School Equivalency Certificate at age
50; retired in ‘85; worked at West Central Iowa Sheltered Workshop, Denison,
IA for over 3 years; worked at Soil Conservation Service, Crawford Co., IA
for 10 years, retired in ‘98; member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, including
Laymen’s League and St. John’s Lamplighters; life member of American Legion,
VFW, DAV. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 22 Jan. ‘18 |
|
|
356. |
*Holm, Merl W. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company K, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Merl W. Holm, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Pfc.
Holm earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 26 November 1942 near
Sanananda, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: 5 April 1920 Home of Record: Lake City, Iowa Death: 26 November 1942 Interred: listed on Tablets of the Missing at Manila
American Cemetery; also memorialized at Lake City Cemetery, Lake City, Iowa Status: MIA He attended Lake City H. S. for 1 year, left after 9th
grade to work on the farm; entered service 31 Dec. ‘41 at Des Moines, IA; SN
37111202; family notified ca. 28 Feb. ‘43; father, Andrew ‘Andy’ Holm,
received Silver Star during ceremony in Community Building at Lake City, IA
on 13 Oct. ‘43, it was pinned to his lapel by Brig. Gen. Paul B. Clemens, of
7TH Service Command, Omaha, NE, Gen. Clemens was Cdr. of 32D
Div. when mobilized; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart; Calhoun Co.,
IA’s first KIA in the war. |
added 11 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
357. |
Hoover, William C. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “William C. 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 158 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 1 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
358. |
Houseman, Evan McLaren Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 3D Battalion, 127TH
Infantry Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry)
Evan M. Housemann, United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for
conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations
against the enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, 3d Battalion, 127th
Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, during World War II.” Some references state that Lt. Col.
Houseman earned the Silver Star for his actions near Colibong, Luzon,
Philippines. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 290 (1945) Born: 8 January 1906 at Nampa, Idaho Home of Record: Marietta, Ohio Death: 24 June 1998 at Medford Leas, New Jersey Interred: United States Military Academy Post Cemetery,
West Point, New York Graduated USMA at West Point on 8 Jun. ‘28; commissioned
2d Lt., inf., on 9 Jun. ‘28; SN O-397755; promoted 1st Lt. on 1 Oct. ‘34;
assigned to 29TH Inf., Ft. Benning, GA, ca. Apr. ‘38; promoted
Capt. on 9 Jun. ‘38; assigned to Inf. School ca. 20 Oct. ‘38; assigned Cdr.
of 3D Bn., 127TH Inf. on 23 Mar. ‘45 at Luzon,
Philippines, succeeded Capt. Cornelius Wiley; Cdr. of 7TH
Transportation Port, Pusan, during Korean War; Asst. Chief of Trans.,
Washington, D.C., ‘53-‘55; Cdr. of Atlantic U.S. Trans. Terminal Cmd.,
Brooklyn, NY, ‘56-‘59; promoted Brig. Gen. on 14 Apr. ‘57; retired as Maj.
Gen. and Deputy Commandant of Industrial College of Armed Forces, Washington,
D.C. in ‘61; other awards include Legion of Merit, Bronze Star w/OLC, Purple
Heart, Commendation Ribbon; married, father of 2; Director of Port Promotion
and Rentals for Dept. of Marine and Aviation, City of New York; later Asst. to President for American Export
Isbrandtsen Lines ‘65-‘67. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 22 Apr. ’17 |
VVTX |
|
359. |
Howe,
Merle Henry Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Death: 30 August 1945 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Howe,
Merle Henry Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Death: 30 August 1945 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He graduated Central Mich. Normal School in ‘17; teacher
at Union H. S.; married, father of 4; entered service as Pvt. on 15 Aug. ‘17;
completed First Officers’ Training Camp at Fort Sheridan, IL, 15 May-15 Aug.
‘17, assigned to 3D Co., 10TH Regt.; SN O-131962;
attended School of Military Aeronautics at U. of Ill., Champaign, IL;
assigned to 1ST Cadet Sqdn. at Belleville, IL; 1st Lt. assigned to
158TH Aero Sqdn. (158TH Aero Corps); survived Tuscania sinking after it was
torpedoed by German submarine 5 Feb. ‘18; Air Corps pilot during WWI; 1st Lt.
in Aviation Section, Signal Reserve Corps, ca. ‘20; 1st Lt. in Svc. Co., 126TH
Inf., Michigan National Guard, Grand Rapids, MI ca. ‘25; promoted Capt. on 7
Jul. ‘25 or ‘26; Cdr. of Co. K, 126TH Inf., at Grand Rapids, MI,
on 15 Oct. ‘40; Lt. Col. and G-3, 32D Div. by start of Buna; WIA 5
Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; earned DSC
for his actions on 5 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; assumed cmd. of 127TH
Inf. on 14 Jan. ‘43; earned Bronze Star at Aitape; assumed cmd. of 126TH
Inf. on 5 Mar. ‘45; assumed cmd. of 128TH Inf. on 28 Mar. ‘45;
earned OLC to DSC
for his actions on 11 May ‘45 along the Villa Verde Trail, Luzon,
Philippines; WIA along Villa Verde Trail, mortar or grenade shrapnel to leg;
KIA 30 Aug. ‘45 in a plane crash on a mountainside above the Asine River on
Luzon, Philippines at age 49, while attempting to negotiate the surrender of
Gen. Tomoyuki Yamashita, Supreme Cdr. of Japanese Army in the Philippines,
his pilot, Lt. Edgar T. Irvine, suffered head injuries in the crash; wife
notified 5 Sep. ‘45; had commanded all 3 inf. regts. of 32D Div.
in combat against Japanese forces; other awards include Legion of Merit, Air
Medal, Bronze Star, Purple Heart w/OLC, CIB; interred at Manila American
Cemetery; namesake of the Col. Merle Howe Medal, awarded to the best Soldier
in the 126TH Inf., Mich. Nat. Guard, in the ‘50s. |
not HoH or HoV |
BunaX BunaX |
|
360. |
Howes,
Bernard Philip First Lieutenant, U.S. Army He attended U. of Okla. ‘39-‘40; married at Hugo, OK on 29
Dec. ‘40; entered active service as Pvt. on 16 Sep. ‘40 with Oklahoma
National Guard at Oklahoma City, OK; SN 20824820; commissioned at some point,
new SN 0402765; trained at Ft. Sill, OK and Camp Barkeley, TX; 1st Lt. in or
prior to May ‘41; transferred from 179TH Inf., 45TH
Div., ca. 17 Feb. ‘42; assigned to 126TH Inf., possibly Co. E;
overseas Apr. ‘42; member of small, advance recon. patrol of Kapa Kapa Trail
over Owen Stanleys, led by Capt. William F. Boice; assigned as Intel. Off.
and Instructor, HQ, 126TH Inf. at Buna (may have been assigned S-2
after Capt. Boice assumed cmd. of 2D Bn., 126TH Inf.
ca. 7 Dec. ‘42); WIA Nov. ‘42, likely 22 Nov.; speaking to reporters on 1
Dec. ‘42 about 1 of his Soldiers, Pfc. Orrin C. Sutton, he said, “We know he got at least 45 [by 1 Dec.
‘42] because we buried them”;
contracted malaria; returned to duty ca. Sep. or Nov. ‘43 after treatment of
his wounds and malaria at hosp. in Australia; promoted to Capt. ca. Nov. ‘43;
home on leave at Hugo, OK ca. 20 Dec. ‘44, before reporting to Army Ground
Forces redistribution center, Hot Springs, AR. |
added 23 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
361. |
Huebner,
Carlton H. ‘Carl’ Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Death: 30 April 2000 Interred: He was a Sgt. in Co. I, 127TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Neenah, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct.
‘40. |
added 5 Feb. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
362. |
*Huebner,
Harold J. Private First Class, U.S. Army Death: 20 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Status: KIA He worked as a carpenter; entered service 21 Mar. ‘41 at
Milwaukee, WI; SN 36204967; some references state he was attached to the 127TH
Inf., so he may have been assigned to 107TH Med. Bn.; the
decoration was presented to his parents by Col. C. J. Otjen, Cdr. of 6TH
Service Command, Milwaukee, in a private ceremony at their home 5 May ‘43; at
least 2 of his brothers also served. |
added 5 Feb. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
363. |
Huggins,
Meredith Miller ‘Hug’ Captain, U.S. Army Death: 26 November 1997 at Holualoa, HI Family resided at Courtenay, ND ca. ‘25; parents resided at
Castle Rock, WA ca. WWII; attended Oreg. State College for 3 years; graduated
U. of Minn. in ‘38, played football; worked for Pillsbury Flouring Mills, at
Minneapolis, Chicago, and South Bend; married, father of 1; commissioned 2d
Lt. in ROTC; SN 0367960; entered active service in ‘41; assigned to 126TH
Inf.; marched over Owen-Stanleys; namesake of ‘Huggins’ Roadblock’ near
Sanananda, New Guinea; when Maj. Bernard G. Baetcke asked him if he could
assume cmd. of the roadblock, Huggins replied, “I'll hold that place until hell freezes over.”; earned DSC
for his actions on 1 Dec. ‘42, as Capt. and S-3 of 3D Bn., 126TH
Inf., when he assumed cmd. of the roadblock; WIA 5 Dec., shot in the head by
a sniper, but could not be evacuated until 8 Dec. when Lt. Peter Dal Ponte
assumed cmd.; earned Purple Heart; was a Maj. with 126TH Inf. or
Div. HQ at Saidor, New Guinea; also earned Bronze Star, OLC to Purple Heart,
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/4 service stars (Buna, Saidor, Aitape,
Netherlands East Indies campaigns), Presidential Unit Citation, CIB, also
cited in 32D Div. GO No. 33 (1943), which may indicate an
additional award; Lt. Col. and back in the U.S., assigned to (patient) McCaw
Gen. Hosp., Walla Walla, WA, ca. Dec. ‘44; discharged 12 Feb. ‘46; appointed
to board of intercollegiate athletics at Oreg. State College in Jan. ‘58;
managed a General Petroleum distributorship at Medford, OR ca. ‘58; memorial
erected at site of his roadblock in ’92. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 3 Jun. ‘17 |
BunaX |
|
364. |
Hughes,
Robert Louis First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death: 20 July 1988 at Middleton, Wisconsin Interred: Middleton Junction Cemetery, Middleton,
Wisconsin Attended U. of Wis., Class of ‘43; enlisted as Pvt. in HQ,
53D Cav. Bde. Wisconsin National Guard, at Madison, WI in ‘36; 1st
Sgt. by Aug. ‘40; 2d Lt. in HQ Co., 107TH QM Regt., Madison, WI,
when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; promoted to 1st Lt.
shortly after arrival in Australia; commended by his cdr., Capt. Runnoe, for
his efforts to direct operations by telephone from an advanced outpost at
Buna; WIA at New Guinea; earned Purple Heart; promoted to Capt. sometime
after Buna; Papuan Campaign lists him from MS; discharged in ‘46;
joined Army Reserve; served with 84TH ‘Railsplitter’ Inf. Div.;
Cdr. of 334TH Inf.; retired in ‘66 as Brig. Gen.; married, father
of 3; re-married; graduated U. of Wis. in ‘48; hired as administrative
assistant in ‘50; assistant professor in ‘55; associate professor in ‘62;
professor in ‘64; associate dean in ‘68; retired in Dec. ’83. |
not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
365. |
Huntington, Russell Charles Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Russell C. Huntington, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, S. Sgt. Huntington earned the Silver Star for gallantry in
action on 28 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: 18 January 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Aurelius, Michigan Death: 22 March 2003 Interred: Maple Grove Cemetery,
Mason, Michigan He entered service 9 May ‘41 at Kalamazoo, MI; SN
36156588; discharged 21 Jul. ’45; married, father of at least 1;
resided at Mason, MI ca. ‘62; resided at Dimondale, MI. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 11 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
366. |
Hush, Marvin E. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Marvin E. Hush, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 78 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 4 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
367. |
Ickes, George Norman Sergeant, U.S. Army Company F, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “George Ickes, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Sgt. Ickes earned the Silver Star for his
actions at New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 19 (1944) Born: 17 December 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Grand Haven, Michigan Death: 2 February 1946 at Grand Haven, Michigan Interred: Spring Lake Cemetery, Spring Lake, Michigan He was Pvt. in Co. F, 126TH Inf., Mich. Nat.
Guard, Grand Haven, MI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20635004; brother Pvt. Robert L.
served in same unit; promoted to Pfc.; promoted to Sgt. at Camp Livingston, LA
ca. 3 Oct. ‘41; discharged 2 Nov. ‘45; married, father of 1; police thought “he may have been a victim of foul play.
Ickes died in a hospital early Saturday after he had been brought in by
Thomas Wood, Grand Haven. Wood told police that his car struck what he
thought was a log in the street and when he went back to investigate he
discovered that it was Ickes. An autopsy revealed that a fractured skull had
caused his death.” This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 4 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
368. |
Inman, William A. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army 32D Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop Mechanized, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: General Orders: Born: 14 April 1918 at Maple City, Michigan Home of Record: Midland County, Michigan Death: 20 January 1979 at St. Louis, Michigan Interred: Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Midland, Michigan Inman, William A. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army 32D Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop Mechanized, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: General Orders: Born: 14 April 1918 at Maple City, Michigan Home of Record: Midland County, Michigan Death: 20 January 1979 at St. Louis, Michigan Interred: Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Midland, Michigan Pvt. in 32D Sig. Co., Mich. Nat. Guard,
Ypsilanti, MI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20630392; WIA 21 Dec. ‘44 near Cananga or
Agayayan, Leyte, Philippines; earned Silver Star w/OLC and Purple Heart;
possibly earned 1 Silver Star for his actions during an attack on CP near
Mambahoa (Mambahao), Leyte, Philippines, which started about 0245 hours on 31
Dec. ‘44, when he and S. Sgt. Leamon J. Cagle relieved Tec. 5 Herbert W.
Rodda and Pvt. Felix P. Klimas on the machinegun after they were WIA, his
Cdr., Capt. Hermann J. F. Bottcher, S. Sgt. Donald H. Aney and Pvt. John A.
Curwin were KIA; married Alvina I. Kisser, father of 7; re-married on 25 Aug.
‘69; worked for Dow Chemical Co. for 28 years; retired in ‘77; past commander
and life member of VFW Post, Midland, MI; member of Eagles Club, Traverse
City, MI. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying dates of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Mar. ’17; not HoH or HoV |
|
|
369. |
Irvine, Edgar T. Lieutenant (presumed), U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edgar T. Irvine, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” The date of the General Order suggests Lt.
Irvine may have earned the Silver Star for his actions at Leyte, Philippines,
or early Luzon, Philippines, but it could be for earlier campaign. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 50 (1945) Born: 22 January 1920 at Glenshaw, Pennsylvania Home of Record: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania (likely
Shaler, Millvale, or Pittsburgh, Pennsylania) Death: 3 September 2014 Interred: San Gabriel Cemetery, San Gabriel, California He entered service as Pvt. at Ft. George G. Meade, MD on
16 Oct. ‘41; SN 33102506; Sgt. ca. Sep. ‘42 when his father passed away;
commissioned at some point; pilot of liaison plane which crashed 30 Aug. ‘45
on a mountainside above the Asine River on Luzon, Philippines, while carrying
Col. Merle H. Howe who was attempting to negotiate the surrender of Gen.
Tomoyuki Yamashita, Supreme Cdr. of Japanese Army in the Philippines, Col.
Howe was killed in the crash, Irvine suffered head injuries; brother 1st Lt.
Dwight Lloyd ‘Bud’ served in Army Air Force as pilot with 1345TH
Base Unit, Bengal Wing, Army Trans. Cmd., and was KIA 21 Apr. ‘45 while
flying the ‘Hump’ near Simbo, Burma, earned Air Medal; married at Alhambra,
CA on 28 Jul. ’57. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 6 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
370. |
*Jabush, Eugene L. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Eugene L. Jabush, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 51 (1945) Born: 1916 at New York Home of Record: Bronx, New York Death: 22 November 1944 near Limon, Leyte, Philippines Interred: Mount Hebron Cemetery, Flushing, New York
(possibly) Status: KIA Son of Russian immigrants; SN 01303894; other awards
include Purple Heart, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal,
CIB; also cited in 32D Div. GO No. 213 (1945), which may indicate
an additional award. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 6 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
371. |
Jackson, Ray Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 29 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan Campaign,
Pvt. Jackson earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action as a medic on 29
December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
His actions were summarized by Murlin Spencer in a war-time dispatch
from overseas printed in the St. Petersburg Times on 4 Jan. ‘43, “They are brave men, like the little group
of five who volunteered to take medical supplies through to a company which
first reached the coast only to have the Japs cut them off…It was from him [Pvt.
Arthur A. Christofaro] I heard the
story of the five who dared go unarmed through enemy lines to take medical
supplies to the isolated company, which has since been rescued. They were privates Ray Jackson of
Arlington, Wis.; Sam Scarfo of Youngstown, O.; Gerald McCarthy of Waterloo,
Ill.; Vernon A. Pyles of LaGrange, Ky.; and Capt. Rafael R. Gamso, New York,
NY. Gamso stayed all night to treat
the wounded and returned the next day.” General Orders: Born: Home of Record: Arlington, Wisconsin or Arlington,
Washington (newspaper article says WA but Papuan Campaign says WI) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
updated 28 Apr. ’13; added 11 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
372. |
Jacobs,
William J. Corporal, U.S. Army He was a member of patrol with S. Sgt. Elmer R. Buchanan 8
(16) Dec. ‘42 at ‘New Strip’ near Buna; received the decoration from Lt. Gen.
Robert L. Eichelberger in Australia on 29 Mar. ‘43; also cited in 32D
Div. GO No. 54 (1943), which may indicate an additional award. |
added 19 Feb. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
373. |
James, Hugh N. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Hugh N. James, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 47 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 7 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
374. |
Jeffrey, Robert F. (E.)
(J.) Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert J. Jeffrey, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Red Arrow Men, then Pfc.
Jeffrey earned the Silver Star for his actions at Leyte, when he destroyed 2
Japanese tanks with a bazooka, under fire.
He received the decoration at Luzon. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1945) Born: 5 September 1925 at Michigan Home of Record: Grosse Pointe Park or Detroit, Michigan Death: 19 December 1993 at Traverse City, Michigan Interred: Elmwood Cemetery,
Grayling, Michigan WIA; earned Purple Heart. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 7 Jun. ‘17 |
LeyteX |
|
375. |
*Jelouchan,
John (presumed posthumous) Private First Class, U.S. Army Death: 5 June 1944 near Aitape, New Guinea (some
references claim Philippines) Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Father was Slovenian immigrant; member of Lodge No. 18,
American Fraternal Union, Rock Springs, WY; entered service 9 Aug. ‘42; SN
37453924; overseas ca. Jan. ‘43; 1st Slovene-American casualty from Rock
Springs, WY; given his date of death, he may have served with the 1ST
Bn., 126TH Inf. at Yakamul, near Aitape, New Guinea; also earned
Purple Heart; at least 3 brothers served in Army during WWII, Tec. 5 Louis
F., Co. B, 43D Engr. Bn., Tec. 5 Joseph, Cpl. Frank J. This award has not been added to the WWII history information
yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of assignment,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 May ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
376. |
Jenkins, Emmett W. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Emmett W. Jenkins, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 41 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 7 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
377. |
Jensen, Hans M. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 15 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Hans M. Jensen, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, S.
Sgt. Jensen earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 15 December
1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: 1 June 1918 at Town of Western, Dunn County,
Wisconsin Home of Record: Menomonie, Wisconsin Death: 22 January 2012 Interred: St. John's Cemetery, Menomonie, Wisconsin Graduated Dunn County Normal School; taught for two years at
a school in Downsville, WI; lived on the family farm until he enlisted in
Wisconsin National Guard at age 17; was Cpl. in Co. A, 128TH Inf.
at Menomonie, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN
20648771 or 20648770; also earned Bronze Star w/V; battle field commission;
as 2d Lt. led a patrol to destroy Japanese ack-ack position at Biak; “He thought it would be a 3-hour job, but
it lasted 2 full days during most of which the men were without water and
rations. Hearing the Japanese had
sneaked in behind them, they were able to wreck a mortar position and 3 20mm
ack-ack positions. Jensen’s patrols,
hemmed in by the Japanese, “bazooka’d” their way out, killing 18 of the enemy
and chasing the rest.”; attained rank of Capt. with Co. A; also served in
Korea; discharged 8 Feb. ‘54 after about 19 years of service. |
added 12 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
378. |
Jirikowic, Edward L. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company I, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward L. Jirikowic, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 317 (1945) Born: 20 May 1913 at Kaukauna, Wisconsin Home of Record: Kaukauna, Wisconsin Death: 24 January 1986 at Appleton, Wisconsin Interred: Star of Hope Mausoleum, Appleton, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. I, 127TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, Neenah, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20647525; promoted to S. Sgt.;
Pvt. Donald R. Lobaugh was a member of his squad, KIA and earned Medal of
Honor on 22 Jul. ‘44 near Afua, New Guinea; “When we were ready to go into that heavy fire to knock out the Japs,
Private Lobaugh came to me and said that one man could keep them busy enough
to allow the rest to break through safely. He asked permission to try. The
fire was extremely heavy and I did not give it. But I did not refuse. Next
thing, I saw him crawling alone toward the enemy position.”; enlisted in
Regular Army at Chicago, IL on 24 Oct. ‘46; commissioned at some point; SN
O-2023634; Capt. and cdr. of S. Dak. recruiting station, Sioux Falls, SD, ca.
May ‘59; Capt. assigned to 7TH Logistics Command HQ, Korea, ca. 27
Jul. ‘60; attained rank of Maj.; married, father of 1. |
added 25 Apr. ’17 |
|
|
379. |
John,
Rex Kephart, Jr. First Sergeant, U.S. Army Death: 5 December 1995 at Charlotte County, Florida Interred: He attended U. of Wis., Class of ‘41, played football;
entered service at Milwaukee, WI on 21 Apr. ‘41; SN 36208235; assigned to 32D
Div.; left tackle and punter on Div. football team; 1 of 2 men that James A.
White credits with saving his life at Buna; promoted to 1st Sgt. at some
point; also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and CIB; 1 reference claims he
served with 106TH Inf. in Europe; discharged ca. Sep. ‘45; brother
Cpl. Richard H. served in Europe; returned to U. of Wis., played football;
married at Madison, WI on 28 May ‘46; drafted as tackle by Boston Yanks in
10th round of ‘46 draft; trained with New York Giants in Superior, WI in Aug.
‘46; moved to NY fall of ‘46 to play with New York Giants and work toward
masters degree in international relations at Columbia U.; tackle and punter
for Jersey City Giants in ‘46, tackle in ‘47; later resided at Bridgeman, MI. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 19 Feb. ‘13 |
|
|
380. |
Johnson,
Bruce C. __, U.S. Army This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 9 Mar. ‘17 |
|
|
381. |
Johnson,
Glen I. __, U.S. Army This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 9 Mar. ‘17 |
|
|
382. |
*Johnson,
Guy Harold Private First Class, U.S. Army Death: 10 March 1945 Interred: Oak Grove, Missouri Status: KIA Married, father of 1; entered
service 13 Apr. ‘44 at Ft. Leavenworth, KS; SN 37740358; trained at Camp
Roberts, CA, 25 Apr. ‘44 to 3 Sep. ‘44 then Ft. Ord, CA, 3 Sep. ‘44 to 19
Nov. ‘44; served with Co. A, 127TH Inf. at New Guinea, Leyte, and
Luzon; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart; at least one of his 5
brothers was also in the service. |
added 27 Jan. ‘13 |
VVTX |
|
383. |
Johnson,
Leroy Private, U.S. Army Death: 15 December 1944 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He worked as carpenter; entered service at Oakdale, LA on
26 Nov. ‘41; SN 34154178; received his Silver Star ca. 6 Apr. ‘43; also cited
in 32D Div. GO No. 33 (1943), which may indicate an additional
award; earned Medal of Honor,
posthumously, for his actions 15 Dec. ‘44 near Limon, Leyte; also earned
Purple Heart w/OLC; father received Medal of Honor from Col. John H. Carruth,
Cdr. of Camp Claiborne, LA, during a packed memorial service at West Baptist
Bible Church, Oakdale, LA, on 28 Oct. ‘45; the New Orleans Army Air Base, on
the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, was renamed Camp Leroy Johnson in his
honor in ‘47; unfortunately little remains of the camp today, much of the
site is now occupied by the U. of New Orleans, however, a U.S. Army Reserve
Center on part of the former camp is located on Leroy Johnson Drive; after
Camp Leroy Johnson was closed, his bronze memorial plaque was moved to the
Oberlin, LA, courthouse; Oakdale, LA mayor declared 20 Feb. ‘65 to be Leroy
Johnson Day, at 1045 hours that day, a 24" x 30" cast aluminum memorial
plaque with gold lettering, mounted on a 7' concrete post, was erected in the
center of town to honor their heroic native son, a 40-man honor guard and an
Army band from Ft. Polk participated in the ceremony; namesake of Sgt. Leroy
Johnson Post No. 3687 of VFW, Oakdale, LA. |
added 3 Jan. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
384. |
Johnson,
Roy M. Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army Buna, Papua, New Guinea, South Philippines, Luzon. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 9 Mar. ’17; not HoV or HoH |
|
|
385. |
Johnson,
Willis Roy Private, U.S. Army Death: 22 December 1944 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Wenatchee City Cemetery, Wenatchee, Washington Status: DOW Father was Swedish immigrant; entered service 17 Jun. ‘42
at Tacoma, WA; SN 39178479. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 9 Mar. ‘17 |
|
|
386. |
Johnston, John B. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company K, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “John B. Johnston, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 112 (1945) Born: 7 August 1912 at Pennsylvania Home of Record: Los Angeles, California or San Francisco,
California Death: 14 April 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno,
California Status: KIA He entered service at San Francisco, CA on 31 Jul. ‘43; SN
39137916. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 9 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
387. |
Jordan, Henry Gomer, Jr. Corporal, U.S. Army Medical Detachment, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Henry G. Jordan, Jr., 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 75 (1944) Born: 8 February 1924 at Mississippi Home of Record: Stone County, Mississippi Death: 28 February 1945 Interred: Perkinston Cemetery, Perkinston, Mississippi Status: DNB Father was Pvt. in Co. H, 162D Dep. Bde. during
WWI; married; entered service at Camp Shelby, MS on 29 or 30 Apr. ‘43; SN
34630745. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 9 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
388. |
Jorden, Garland Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Garland Jorden, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 158 (1945) Born: 27 November 1924 at Searcy, Arkansas Home of Record: Searcy, Arkansas, presumed Death: 22 March 2017 Interred: Bethlehem Cemetery, Plainview, Arkansas SN 18137281; also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart;
enlisted in Regular Army at Dallas, TX on 6 Dec. ‘45; married, father of 4;
retired from General Motors; later worked as a plumber; member of Church of
Christ; resided at Locust Grove, AR. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 9 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
389. |
Jubera,
John, Jr. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Son of Austrian or
Czechoslovakian immigrants; entered service 28 May ‘41 at Ft. Hayes,
Columbus, OH; SN 35033254; also cited in 32D Div., GO No. 53
(1943), which may indicate an additional award. |
added 20 Feb. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
390. |
Kanapaux,
Charles Carew First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death: 21
September 1977 at Charleston, South Carolina Interred: Saint Lawrence
Cemetery, Charleston, South Carolina He graduated Clemson College,
Class of '35; nickname 'Boze'; ROTC Camp at Ft. McClellan, AL in '34; SN
O-327083; served with 126TH Inf.; attained rank of LTC before he
left the military; sister Margaret also served, Naval ensign; retired
electrical engineer with Charleston Naval Shipyard; member of Knights of
Columbus, Elks, German Friendly Society and Clemson Alumni Association;
former president for Charleston Clemson Club and Professional Engineers Club. |
added 19 May ‘14 |
BunaX |
|
391. |
*Katz, Burton S. (presumed posthumous) Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Burton S. Katz, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 143 (1945) Born: 23 May 1919 at Missouri Home of Record: San Diego, California or Los Angeles,
California Death: 9 April 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Home of Peace Memorial Park, East Los Angeles,
California Status: KIA Jewish; family resided at 1504 Felspar, San Diego, CA
(hometown) at ‘40 census; parents resided at Compton, CA ca. ‘48; some
references list hometown as Los Angeles, CA; entered service at Ft.
MacArthur, CA on 6 Jan. ‘42; SN 39016161; also earned Purple Heart,
Presidential Unit Citation; at age 25; repatriated aboard the Army transport Sergeant Morris E. Grain ca. 25 Jun.
’48. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 10 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
392. |
*Keast,
Roger Captain, U.S. Army Death: 1 December 1942 Interred: Mount Hope Cemetery, Lansing, Michigan Status: KIA He attended Crystal Falls H. S.
until junior year, family moved to Lansing, MI (hometown) (some references
list hometown as Marquette, MI); attended Lansing Central H. S., football,
basketball, track; 3-letter athlete at Mich. State College, Class of ‘34,
football and track star, ROTC; earned the right to compete at the Games of
the X Olympiad, the ‘32 Summer Olympics, at Los Angeles, CA, some references
imply that he did compete, others state that he was selected for a 2-mile
relay team, but the team did not make it to Los Angeles due to illness of a
team member; married his high school sweetheart ca. ‘35, father of 2; coach
at Sandusky H. S. ‘35-‘38; became coach at Marquette’s Graveraet H. S. in
‘39; a Reserve officer, he was called to active duty in Apr. ‘41, 1st Lt. at
the time; SN 0-315798; assigned to 126TH Inf. at Camp Beauregard,
LA in Apr. ‘41; promoted to Capt. in Australia; participated in march over
Owen Stanley Mountains, suffered serious knee injury; Cdr. of AT Co., 126TH
Inf. at Buna; co-led, with Capt. John D. Shirley, bayonet charge through
swamp between Soputa and Sanananda, New Guinea, on 30 Nov. ‘42 during attack
which led to establishment of ‘Huggins’ Roadblock’; KIA in Japanese ambush 1
Dec. ‘42 while leading a probing patrol from ‘Huggins’ Roadblock’ near
Sanananda, New Guinea; several members of the patrol also fell, Cook Johnson
saw Keast fall; earned Silver Star and Purple Heart, posthumously, for his
actions on 30 Nov. ‘42; wife received telegram 23 Jan. ‘43; wife received
letter of condolence from Capt. Alfred Medendorp and others; wife received
Purple Heart on 11 Apr. ‘43; namesake of Roger Keast Trophy for Lansing high
school football ca. ‘40s; repatriated ca. 25 Jun. ‘48; his friend, Capt.
Alfred Medendorp, married his widow ca. ‘50; inducted into Greater Lansing
Area Sports Hall of Fame on 9 Aug. ‘85. |
added 5 Feb. ‘13 |
BunaX |
|
393. |
Keating, Harold B. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Harold B. Keating, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 81 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 13 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
394. |
Kederich, Charles Hope, Jr. Captain, U.S. Army Company C, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Charles H. Kederich, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1946) Born: 15 May 1913 at New York Home of Record: Westchester County, New York Death: 15 July 1980 He graduated Brown U. in ‘36; married on 24 Jan. ‘36;
entered service as Pvt. at Ft. Jay, Governors Island NY, on 18 Sep. ‘42; SN
32506553; completed FA OCS, Ft. Sill, 14 Jan.-8 Apr. ‘43; commissioned 2d Lt.
on 8 Apr. ‘43; SN O-43556; graduated Inf. Sch. O. Spec. Bsc. Crse. and Cav.
Sch. in ‘44; Capt. and Cdr. of Co. C, 126TH Inf. at Luzon,
Philippines; Cdr. of Task Force FARMER to protect flank of 127TH
Inf., 30 Jul.-6 Aug. ‘45, included Co. C, 1 off. and 40 men of Co. D (heavy
weapons), 1 off. and 20 men from HQ Co. (supply), med. det., 3 FO parties, 1ST
Bn., 1ST Pangasinan Regt. (Filipino Army/guerrilla unit), 200
Filipino carriers; attended Army Information School ca. Jul. ‘46; served as
U.S. adviser to 3 mountain divisions during Greek Civil War (Greek Communist
War); completed Adv. Inf. Off. Course ‘48-‘49; promoted Maj. on 2 Jan. ‘49;
promoted Lt. Col. on 5 Dec. ‘50; served during Korean War; earned Bronze Star
for his actions 16 Feb. ‘52 near Chunone, Korea, as Cdr. of 3D
Bn., 65TH Inf., 3D Inf. Div.; assigned Asst. Chief of
Staff for Intel. (G-2), HQ, U.S. Army Forces Antilles and Military District
of Puerto Rico ca. Oct. ‘57; associate professor of military science and
tactics at State U. of Iowa from at least May ‘60-Jun. ‘61; assigned senior
division advisor to 103D Inf. Div. ca. Jun. ‘61; retired as Lt.
Col. ca. Oct. ‘62; awards include Silver Star w/OLC, Bronze Star w/4 OLC, Air
Medal, Purple Heart w/2 OLC (1 Silver Star, 2 Bronze Star, 1 Purple Heart
during WWII); re-married; moved to Canon City, CO, farmer and cattle rancher,
Twin Mountain Ranch, Micanite Rd. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 13 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
395. |
Keene,
Paul, Jr. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death: 29 April 2009 at Bardstown, Kentucky Interred: Saint Joseph’s Cemetery, Bardstown, Kentucky Son of George Paul ‘Paul’ and
Diana Bogie (Nalley) Keene;
attended Bethlehem Academy and graduated St. Joe Prep. in ‘35; mobilized with the 113TH
Ord. Co., Kentucky National Guard, in Jan. ‘41; transferred to 32D
Div.; promoted to 1st Lt. by the time he received his decoration in
Australia on 29 May ‘43;
Capt. with 732D Ord. Co. in Philippines; returned to U.S.
in Jul. ‘45; stationed at Ft. Sam Houston, TX; discharged 4 Feb. ‘46; other
awards include Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/4 service stars,
Distinguished Unit Citation, Philippine Liberation Medal w/1 service star;
worked for Bardstown Distributing Co.; charter member of Old Kentucky Home
Country Club and Quarterback Club; member of St. Joseph Parish for over 85
years; member of Knights of Columbus, Post No. 121 of American Legion;
enjoyed golf and gardening; 3 brothers served during WWII, T. Sgt. William
D., Army Air Force, ETO, S. Sgt. Thomas F., CBI, Francis H., ETO. |
added 23 Jan. ’13; updated 30 Mar. ‘19 |
BunaX |
|
396. |
Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pvt. Kelm earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 28
December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 18 January 1921 at Decatur, Illinois Home of Record: Decatur, Illinois Death: 9 November 2007 Interred: Graceland/Fairlawn Cemetery, Decatur, Illinois Father was Pvt. in Co. L, 5TH Ill. Inf., NG,
during WWI; entered service 21 Dec. ‘41 at Peoria, IL; SN 16051723; promoted
to Pfc.; WIA at Leyte, Philippines, earned Purple Heart; brother Cpl.
Cleveland W. served in FA; brother Pfc. Kenneth D. also served in Inf.;
married at Decatur, IL on 27 Jun. ’47. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 12 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
397. |
Kempt, George W. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Company G, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “George W. Kempt, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 14 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
398. |
Kemtes, Edward __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward Kemtes, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 78 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 14 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
399. |
Kenney, Thomas P. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Thomas P. Kenney, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 260 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 14 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
400. |
*Kerker, Walter A. (presumed posthumous) Private, U.S. Army 1ST Battalion, 128TH Infantry
Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 (presumed) Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Walter A. Kerker, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” Pvt. Kerker almost
certainly earned the Silver Star for his actions with a patrol near Teterei,
New Guinea on 28 Jan. ‘44, which was described in a pair of war-time
dispatches filed by Robert J. Doyle from New Guinea on 3 and 4 Feb. ‘44. He was a member of 50-man patrol from 1ST
Bn., 128TH Inf. that was attacked by a 100-man Japanese force west
of the Mot River near Teterei, along the western edge of the Saidor
beachhead, on 28 Jan. ’44. The patrol
killed 43 Japanese soldiers, but suffered 8 killed, 6 MIA, and 9 WIA. He was a member of 1st Lt. George J. Hess’
group after it became isolated on north bank of Mot River. He was 1 of the 6 who volunteered to stay
with the wounded and dead in order that the others could escape. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 41 (1944) Born: 1920 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Oconto Falls, Wisconsin Death: 28 January 1944, FOD 17 January 1946 Interred: listed on Tablets of the Missing at Manila
American Cemetery Status: MIA Father was German immigrant; entered service 20 Aug. ‘42 at
Milwaukee, WI; SN 36258074; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart. |
added 20 Mar. ’14 |
SaidorX |
|
401. |
Kice, James W. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Kice earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 21
November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 16 August 1919 at Kansas City, Missouri Home of Record: Kansas City, Missouri Death: 16 December 2014 at Kansas City, Missouri Interred: Mount Moriah Cemetery, Kansas City, Missouri Attained the rank of S. Sgt.; also earned unit citation,
CIB; he participated in “Here’s Your Infantry” demonstration unit for War
Bond drives ca. Jun. ’45; married, father of 1; 77-year member of I.B.E.W.
Local No. 124; lifetime member of NRA;
member of ARRL. |
added 12 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
402. |
Kilbride, Edward E. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward E. Kilbride, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 120 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 15 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
403. |
Kincaid, James Franklin Sergeant, U.S. Army Company L, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Sgt. Kincaid earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
21 November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 6 January 1922 at Martinez, California Home of Record: Beloit, Wisconsin Death: 8 January 2011 at Rockton, Illinois Interred: Rockton Township Cemetery, Rockton, Illinois He participated in H. S. ROTC program; enlisted in
Wisconsin National Guard at age 17; graduated Beloit Memorial H. S.; was Pfc.
in Co. L, 128TH Inf., Wis. Nat. Guard, at Beloit, WI, when 32D
Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20650842; his other awards include Bronze
Star, Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/3 service stars,
American Defense Medal, Distinguished Unit Citation; Philippine Liberation
Medal w/service star, and 5 Overseas Service Bars; married, father of 3;
re-married; member of DAV and Walter Graham Post No. 332 of American Legion
at Rockton, IL. |
added 12 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
404. |
King, Donald V. (A.) Private First Class, U.S. Army Company B, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 20 February 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Donald A. King, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Pfc. King earned the Silver Star for
gallantry in action on 20 Feb. ‘44 at Cape Iris, near Saidor, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (1944) Born: 1922 at Indiana Home of Record: Webster, Wisconsin He was Pvt. in Co. B, 128TH Inf., Wis. Nat.
Guard, at Eau Claire, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20649035. |
added 15 Oct. ’14 |
SaidorX |
|
405. |
Kirchenbauer,
Alfred Ellsworth Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death: 2 July 1992
at Saint Petersburg, Florida He was a Cpl. in HQ, 2D Bn., 126TH
Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Muskegon, MI, when 32D Div.
mobilized on 15 Oct. ’40; SN
20634730; commissioned 2d Lt. at some point; received the decoration from
Maj. Gen. William H. Gill during a ceremony in Australia on 23 Jul. ‘43;
joined Regular Army after the war; retired as Sgt. Maj.; married Hester E.
Andrews, father of William Alfred ‘Bill’ Kirchenbauer, an actor, comedian,
writer, producer, host. |
added 23 Jan. ’13; not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
406. |
Klein, Francis D. (S.) Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Company M, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Tec. 5 Klein earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
26 November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 1915 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Lancaster, Wisconsin He was a Pvt. in Co. M, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Platteville, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20651079; WIA and spent several months in hospital, earned
Purple Heart. |
added 13 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
407. |
Klein, Lenhart Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company I, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lenhart Klein, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 68 (1944) Born: 4 February 1922 at South Dakota Home of Record: Fisher, Minnesota Death: 4 March 1986 Interred: Bay Pines National Cemetery, Bay Pines, Florida Mother was Russian immigrant; seriously WIA 1 Jul. ‘44 (likely
near Aitape, New Guinea). This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
408. |
Kleppick, Raymond John Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Raymond J. Kleppick, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to
his obituary, Sgt. Kleppick earned the Silver Star for his actions at Aitape,
New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 75 (1944) Born: 26 May 1918 at Pennsylvania Home of Record: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Death: 26 April 2008 at VA Hospital at Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania Interred: Calvary Cemetery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania He entered service at New Cumberland, PA on 14 Feb. ‘42;
SN 33150996; also earned Bronze Star w/OLC, Good Conduct Medal, CIB; 33 mos.
overseas; temporarily assigned to Army Ground and Service Forces
Redistribution Station, Atlantic City, NJ ca. Apr. ‘45; married, father of 3;
worked as machinist in round house for Monongahela Connecting Railroad,
retired after 30 years; granted Patent No. US 3652849 A for Foot Operated
Track Switch on 28 Mar. ‘72; resided at Greenfield, North Side, and Conneaut
Lake, PA; enjoyed family, par three golf, DIY, crossword puzzles, computer
games. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 Jun. ’17 |
AitapeX |
|
409. |
Klimas, Felix P. Sergeant, U.S. Army 32D Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Felix P. Klimas, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 4 (1945) Born: 17 April 1916 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Lancaster, Wisconsin Death: 25 June 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Saint Agnes Cemetery, Ashland, Wisconsin Status: KIA Worked for Marathon Corp., Ashland Div.; entered service 9
Jul. ‘42 at Milwaukee, WI; SN 36249679; assigned to 32D Recon.
Trp., later 32D Cav. Recon. Trp. Mech., he was Pvt. and motorcycle
scout in the unit ca. Jul. ‘43 in Australia; WIA 31 Dec. ‘44; earned Silver
Star, possibly when he and Tec. 5 Herbert W. Rodda manned a light machinegun
during an attack on CP near Mambahoa (Mambahao), Leyte, Philippines which
started about 0245 hours on 31 Dec. ‘44; “At
about 0330I, the firing increased in intensity. The right flank was again subjected
to cross fire. The LMG was knocked out of the crew’s hands. They moved to
their second alternate position and continued firing. Again the LMG was
caught in the fire and both troopers were wounded seriously. Tec. 5 Rodda was
shot through the mouth and Pvt. Klimas was wounded in the neck and arm. They
were ordered to go within the perimeter for medical attention while others
manned the weapon. Instead, they moved to a third alternate position where
they were again subjected to intense fire. The gun was again shot from their
hands and Tec. 5 Rodda lost two fingers. S/Sgt. Cagle and Tec. 5 William A.
Inman dragged them from the gun and manned the weapon themselves.”; his
Cdr., Capt. Hermann J. F. Bottcher, S. Sgt. Donald H. Aney and Pvt. John A.
Curwin were KIA. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Apr. ’13 |
|
|
410. |
Klinger, Vincent Lee __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Vincent L. Klinger, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 274 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
411. |
Kloptosky, Joseph Michael Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company D, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 4 June 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Joseph M. Kloptosky, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” S. Sgt.
Kloptosky earned the Silver Star for his actions 4 Jun. ‘44 at New Guinea,
likely as part of HERRICK Force at Yakamul. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1944) Born: 1921 at Pennsylvania Home of Record: Freeland, Pennsylvania Death: 22 February 1999 at Somerville, New Jersey He graduated Freeland H. S. in ‘39; worked at
Johns-Manville Co., Manville, NJ; entered service at Wilkes Barre, PA on 15
Aug. ‘42; SN 33351463; trained at Ft. McClellan, AL, Ft. Benning, GA, Ft.
Bragg, NC; sailed from San Francisco, CA in Feb. ‘43; departed Australia for
New Guinea in Sep. ‘43;; WIA, earned Purple Heart; New Guinea, Leyte, Luzon;
married, father of 4; worked as millwright at Union Carbide for 41 years,
retired in ‘86; resided at Somerville, NJ; moved to Middlesex, NJ; member of
VFW, Freeland, PA. |
added 16 Jun. ‘17 |
AitapeX |
|
412. |
Kniffen, Cecil Glen __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Cecil G. Kniffen, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 187 (1945) Born: 27 October 1911 or 17 October 1913 at Pacoima,
California Hometown: Death: 26 March 1997 Interred: Roseburg National Cemetery, Roseburg, Oregon Married in Mar. ‘40; married on 18 May ‘80; in service and
stationed at San Francisco, CA at ‘40 census; enlisted in Regular Army as 1st
Sgt. at Ft. Ord, CA on 1 Dec. ‘45 (residence listed as Rogers Co., OK); SN
06556196; also served during Korean War; WOJG-1 when he landed at Seattle, WA
from Korea aboard Navy transport Marine
Lynx ca. 1 Feb. ‘52; resided at 1015 Military St., Box 994, Roseburg, OR
at that time; WIA, earned Purple Heart, not sure if WWII or Korea; attained
rank of CWO-2. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
413. |
Knisely, Richard A. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 41 (1944) Born: 1916 at Pennsylvania He entered service at Ft. George G. Meade, MD on 17 Feb.
‘42; SN 33141729. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 Jun. ’17; not HoV |
|
|
414. |
Knowles, Max G. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Company A, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Max G. Knowles, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Tec. 5
Knowles earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 28 December 1942
near Buna, New Guinea. His citation,
summarized in the News-Palladium on 1 Apr. '43, stated: “Knowles was cited for action in the Buna
area 28 December, when he volunteered to act as a litter bearer in carrying
wounded troops to a medical aid station.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 16 (1943) Born: 20 February 1917 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Loretta, Wisconsin Death: 19 July 1973 Interred: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis,
Minnesota He was a Pvt. in Co. A, 128TH Inf., Wisconsin
National Guard, at Menomonie, WI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20648834. |
added 13 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
415. |
*Kolarich, Edward A. (presumed posthumous) Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward A. Kolarich, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 131 (1945) Born: 1920 at New York Home of Record: Sleepy Hollow, New York Death: 9 April 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He entered service 19 Jun. ‘42 at Ft. Jay, NY; SN 32356658;
also earned Purple Heart w/OLC. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 21 Mar. ’14 |
|
|
416. |
*Konieczka, Peter P. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company E, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Peter P. Konieczka, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 36 (1945) Born: 1916 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Two Rivers, Wisconsin Death: 16 July 1944 near Aitape, New Guinea Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He served with CCC ca. Sep. ’34; was Pfc. in Co. E, 127TH
Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Manitowoc, WI, when 32D Div.
mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20646703; WIA near Buna, New Guinea; KIA; also
earned Purple Heart. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 27 Nov. ’13 |
|
|
417. |
Korman, Henry P. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: “Henry P. Korman, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 50 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 16 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
418. |
Kosch, Alvin S. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: “Alvin S. Kosch, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (1946) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 17 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
419. |
Koslowski, Henry S. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: “Henry S. Koslowski, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 17 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
420. |
*Krassin, Robert A. (presumed posthumous) Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 126TH Field Artillery Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2 February 1945, presumed Citation Needed: “Robert A. Krassin, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Likely earned the Silver Star as a member of Lt. Charles B.
Cooney’s forward observation party, “Shortly
after friendly troops had occupied a strategically important position, the
enemy subjected the area to an intense artillery barrage. In order to locate and silence the hostile
guns, Lieutenant Cooney led a party to a height overlooking the enemy and
began adjusting friendly artillery fire by radio directions. The observation party was detected by the
enemy, who immediately trained one of their heavy pieces on the height,
killing one of the men and wounding Lieutenant Cooney, who, after dropping
back a short distance to receive emergency treatment, returned to the
observation point. In spite of his
severe wound, and oblivious of the continuing violent hostile fire, he so
effectively directed the fire of his artillery as to knock out the enemy guns
in rapid succession, thereby ending a serious threat to our troops.” Lt. Cooney was WIA and also earned the
Silver Star for his actions 2 Feb. ’45. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 161 (1945) Born: 14 December 1922 (1921) at Washington Home of Record: Everett, Washington Death: 2 February 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Everett, Washington Status: KIA He enlisted in Washington National Guard; mobilized 20
Sep. ‘40 at Everett, WA; SN 20944626; married; re-entered service at Tacoma,
WA on 25 Feb. ‘43 (“National Guard in Federal Service, after 3 months of
Discharge”); SN 39202373. |
added 17 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
421. |
Krause, Robert E. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert E. Krause, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 89 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 12 Sep. ’13 |
|
|
422. |
Kreuser, Edwin J. Private, U.S. Army Battery B, 126TH Field Artillery Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed: “Edwin J. Kreuser, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 140 (1945) Born: 1921 (1923) at Wisconsin Home of Record: Milwaukee, Wisconsin He was Pvt. in Btry. B, 126TH FA Regt.,
Wisconsin National Guard, Milwaukee, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20656085. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 18 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
423. |
Kucera,
Anthony William First Lieutenant, U.S. Army He was 2d Lt. assigned to 126TH Inf. at Camp
Livingston, LA ca. Oct. ‘41; SN 0382037. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 23 Jan. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
424. |
Kuck, James S. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “James S. Kuck, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 19 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
425. |
Kullas, Edward James First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company B, 107TH Medical Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward J. Kullas, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 138 (1945) Born: 9 December 1918 at Taunton, Massachusetts Home of Record: Taunton, Massachusetts Death: 4 October 2002 at Stoughton, Massachusetts Interred: Saint Joseph’s Cemetery, Taunton, Massachusetts Mother was Russian immigrant, father was German, Polish,
or Russian immigrant; graduated Taunton H. S. in ‘36, lettered in basketball;
entered service at Boston, MA on 14 Sep. ‘42; SN 31202425; attained rank of
Sgt. before earning battlefield commission to 2d Lt.; promoted to 1st Lt.;
served from Buna to Army of Occupation; also earned Bronze Star,
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal; married; re-married;
father of 3; member of Taunton Police Dept., retired after 18 years of
service; member of Teamsters International Union; worked as silver polisher
at Reed and Barton; member of Reed and Barton Bowling League and other bowling
leagues; 50-year member of Polish-American Citizens Club; member of
Maxmillian Kolbe Guild and Taunton Police Officers Retirees Assn. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 19 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
426. |
Kurgan, William M. Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 15 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “William M. Kurgan, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Pvt. Kurgan earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
15 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 5 (1943) Born: Home of Record: Chicago, Illinois Seriously WIA at Buna; doctors credit encouraging words
from Pvt. John Czarnik at field hospital in a grass hut near the front line
with helping save his life. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 13 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
427. |
Kust, Florence __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Florence Kust, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 370 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 19 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
428. |
Kuykendall, William F. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “William F. Kuykendall, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, General
Orders No. 242 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 19 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
429. |
*LaFaunce, Walter Allen Sergeant, U.S. Army Company K, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Walter LaFaunce, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Sgt.
LaFaunce earned the Silver Star, posthumously, for gallantry in action on 26
November 1942 near Sanananda, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: 2 September 1917 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Grand Rapids, Michigan Death: 26 November 1942 Interred: Rock Island National Cemetery, Rock Island,
Illinois Status: KIA He was a Pvt. in Co. K, 126TH Inf., Michigan
National Guard, at Grand Rapids, MI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20635754. married woman from LA in LA ca. Feb. ‘42, she resided
at Shreveport, LA while he was overseas; earned Purple Heart; wife received
his decorations ca. 22 Aug. ’43. |
added 13 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
430. |
*Lanman, Robert F. Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Robert F. Lanman
(ASN: 37139211), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star
(Posthumously) for gallantry in action while serving with the 126th Infantry
Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the
South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1089 (1944) Born: circa 1920 at Nebraska Home of Record: Verdel, Nebraska Death: 15 March 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: DOW He entered service Apr. ‘42 (6 Jan. ‘42); SN 37139211; WIA
at New Guinea, family notified ca. 20 Apr. ‘44; DOW (KIA) 15 Mar. ‘45 on
Luzon, Philippines; family notified ca. 3 May ‘45; also earned Purple Heart
w/OLC. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying the date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 May ’13 |
|
|
431. |
*Latham, Clare T. Private, U.S. Army Medical Detachment, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 15 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Clare T. Latham, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Pvt.
Latham earned the Silver Star, posthumously, for gallantry in action as a medic
on 15 December 1942 near Sanananda, New Guinea. Family history suggests he earned the award
for rescuing an Australian officer during a mortar attack along the Sanananda
Track. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 38 (1943) Born: 15 October 1916 at Michigan Home of Record: East Detroit, Michigan Death: 4 January 1943 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: DOW He graduated East Detroit H. S.; married; produce
manager at Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. (A&P) in East Detroit; entered service 15 Apr. ‘41
at Detroit, MI; SN 36110697; WIA 15 Dec. (31 Dec.) ‘42 and DOW 4 Jan.
(5 Jan.) ‘43 at age 26; his
other awards include Purple Heart (wife received in 6 Apr. ‘43), Good Conduct Medal,
American Defense Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign
Medal w/1 assault landing and a battle star, and Presidential Unit Citation;
he is the namesake for the Pvt. Clare T. Latham Post No. 9293 of VFW at
Eastpointe (formerly East Detroit), MI; Latham Park in Detroit is named in
his honor. |
added 13 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
432. |
Lawrence, Irving M. Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army __, 114TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Irving M. Lawrence, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan Campaign, Tec. 4 Lawrence
earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 23 December 1942 near Buna,
New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 5 (1943) Born: 30 Apr. '19 at Lakeville, Massachusetts Home of Record: Lakeville, Massachusetts Death: 30 November 2003 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery He entered service 27 Feb. '41 at Boston, MA; SN 31018225;
married, father of 1; overseas for 2 years; his unit of assignment is
presumed because he was a combat engineer. |
added 15 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
433. |
Layton,
Carl Gilbert Corporal, U.S. Army Death: 22 November 1997 Interred: Riverside Cemetery, Nekoosa, Wisconsin He was Pvt. in Btry. E, 120TH FA Regt.,
Wisconsin National Guard, at Wisconsin Rapids, WI, when 32D Div.
mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20652440; assigned to 129TH FA Bn.,
likely Btry. B, after “triangularization” of 32D Div.; promoted to
Tec. 5; WIA 15 Dec. ‘44 at Agahang, Leyte, Philippines; rotated home from Luzon
under the point system ca. 11 Jul. ‘45; 38 months overseas; other awards
include Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal,
Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/3 battle stars, and Philippine Liberation
Medal w/1 battle star; married at Brisbane, Queensland, Australia on 22 Aug.
‘44. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 29 Jan. ’13 |
|
|
434. |
Lechuga, Ruben M. Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Ruben M. Lechuga, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 80 (1945) Born: 29 September 1924 Home of Record: Orange County, California Death: 25 July 1945 Interred: Fairhaven Memorial Park, Santa Ana, California Status: DNB He entered service at Los Angeles, CA on 9 Apr. ‘43; SN
39570210. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 20 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
435. |
Lee,
Bevin Derias Captain, U.S. Army Death: 25 March 1957 Interred: Frederick Memorial Gardens, Gaffney, South Carolina He graduated Wofford College in ‘25, cross country, track,
basketball, football, ROTC; married,
father of 1; resided at Dougherty Co., GA at ‘40 census; teacher at Albany
(GA) H. S. when he entered service; coached both football and basketball at Albany;
taught mathematics and held a Master's Degree; WIA 25 Nov. '42, U.S. 81mm
mortar round hit cmd. post he shared with Capt. Jack M. Blamey (Australian),
Blamey and another Australian were killed, Lee and 5 others WIA; returned to
duty with 126TH Inf. until he rotated back to the US; attained
rank of Lt. Col.; returned to Albany after the war and stayed one more term,
before moving back to SC; became Superintendent of Cherokee Co. School
District; B. D. Lee Elementary School was re-named in his honor in ’68. |
added 23 Jan. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
436. |
Leeper,
Harvey A. Private First Class, U.S. Army Death: 2 December 1944 on Leyte, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Family resided at Luzerne, PA at ‘30 census; entered service
15 Dec. ‘42 at Greensburg, PA; SN 33412978; also earned Purple Heart. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 Nov. ’13 |
|
|
437. |
Lehigh,
John L. Captain, U.S. Army Death: 30 November 1985 at Melbourne, Florida Interred: Graduated U. of Wis. in ‘36, ROTC, member of Scabbard and
Blade; home on leave ca. Oct. ‘45; also earned Bronze Star, Air Medal,
Presidential Unit Citation; supervisor at Associated Investment Co.; moved to
Melbourne, FL in ’70. |
added 24 Jan. ’13 ; not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
438. |
Leichwise, Carl Sergeant, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Carl Leichwise, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According to Red Arrow Men, Sgt. Leichwise
earned the Silver Star for his actions as a medic, “went foxhole to foxhole, under intense artillery, automatic weapons
and sniper fire, directing the evacuation of the wounded.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 140 (1945) Born: 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Highland Park, Michigan He entered service at Detroit, MI on 16 Apr. ‘41; SN
36110982; received the decoration from Maj. Gen. William H. Gill during a
ceremony on Luzon, Philippines. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 21 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
439. |
*Leland, Rex Roland Corporal, U.S. Army Company H, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 29 November to 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Cpl. Leland earned the Silver Star, posthumously, for gallantry
in action between 29 November and 5 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. Several newspaper articles state that he
directed mortar and artillery fire from dangerous, exposed positions (often
in trees) numerous times during the attack on Buna Village. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces, Southwest
Pacific Area, General Orders No. 3 (1943) Born: 26 June 1919 at Belding, Michigan Home of Record: Easton Township, Michigan Death: 5 December 1942 Interred: Greene Cemetery, Belding, Michigan Status: KIA He graduated Ionia H. S. in ‘38, honor student; worked on
his father’s farm when he entered service; Pvt. in Co. H, 126TH
Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Ionia, MI on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20635369;
earned Silver Star, posthumously, for his actions 29 Nov. to 5 Dec. ‘42 near
Buna; according to 2d Lt. Paul L. Schwartz, he climbed a tree ca. 1 Dec. ‘42 to
observe mortar fire which took out enemy machine gun and snipers in trees,
WIA (in arm) on 1 Dec. but refused to leave the tree; aided by Lt. Schwartz
and T. Sgt. Dale R. Cope in his efforts to direct fire, Schwartz earned
Silver Star on 2 Dec. and DSC on 5 Dec.; also earned Purple Heart; family
received Silver Star during ceremony at River Rouge Park on 23 May ‘43;
brother Cpl. Ralph served with coast artillery. |
added 15 Apr. ’13; not HoV |
BunaX |
|
440. |
Lenway, Boyd E. Corporal, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Boyd E. Lenway, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 220 (1945) Born: 17 Jul. '15 at Fairboldt, Minnesota Home of Record: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Death: 8 July 2000 at Junction City, Kansas Interred: Fort Riley Post Cemetery, Fort Riley, Kansas Married, father of 1; enlisted in Regular Army in ‘33; SN
06858880; stationed at Ft. Riley, KS in ‘39; re-enlisted in Regular Army at
Ft. Riley, KS on 4 Jan. ‘46; also served during Korean War; stationed in TX
when he retired in ‘57 as Sfc.; moved to CA and worked for Forest Service;
moved back to KS in ‘70s; volunteered with Boy Scouts of America for 65
years; life member of Post No. 1594 of VFW, American Legion, NRA; resided at
Skiddy, KS. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
441. |
Leow, Robert David __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert D. Leow, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 132 (1945) Born: 5 March 1919 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Death: 3 October 2014 Interred: Saint Adalbert’s Cemetery, Milwaukee, Wisconsin He entered service at Milwaukee, WI on 23 Apr. ‘41; SN
36208630; also served during Korean War; married, father of 4; retired from
Schlitz Brewing Co.; member of Red Arrow Club. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
442. |
Lepper, Robert J. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Robert J. Lepper, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 120 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
443. |
Lillie, Bernard Joseph Captain, U.S. Army 32D Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Bernard J. Lillie, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 120 (1945) Born: 28 April 1913 at Massachusetts Home of Record: Greenfield, Massachusetts Death: 1 April 1984 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Married, father of 2; he was commissioned 2d Lt., ORC, 27
Oct. ‘36; entered active service 25 Sep. ‘40; SN O-349010; assigned to 60TH
Inf. ca. Sep. ‘41; promoted 1st Lt. on 2 Feb. ‘42; overseas on 20 Oct. ‘42;
succeeded Capt. George M. Bowles as acting cdr. of 32D Cav. Recon.
Trp. on 28 Apr. ‘44; succeeded by Capt. Hermann J. F. Bottcher on 19 May ‘44;
promoted Capt. on 4 Apr. ‘45; cdr. of 32D Cav. Recon. Trp. on
Luzon, likely succeeded Capt. Bottcher; other awards include Asiatic-Pacific
Campaign Medal w/3 service stars, American Defense Medal, Philippine
Liberation Medal w/service star; returned to U.S. 22 Jun. ‘45; arrived in W.
Germany 13 Mar. ‘47; assigned to 1072D Labor Supervision Co.,
later redesignated 34TH Labor Supervision Co., in Jul. ‘47;
attained rank of at least Maj. before he retired. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 28 Oct. ’14 |
|
|
444. |
Lindholm, James C. __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “James C. Lindholm, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 129 (1945) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
445. |
Lisovitch,
Francis E. (Lisovich) Sergeant, U.S. Army Death: 9 December 1944 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Status: KIA He entered service 30 Jul. ‘42 at Erie, PA; SN 33274358;
promoted to S. Sgt.; repatriated ca. 31 Mar. ‘49 aboard U. S. Army Transport Sgt. Jack J. Pendleton. |
added 28 Feb. ‘13 |
AitapeX |
|
446. |
Loeb, Manfred __, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Manfred Loeb, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1944) This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 24 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
447. |
Logsdon, Charles E. Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pvt. Logsdon earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
28 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
A dispatch from Sanananda, New Guinea, stated: “Louisville has reason to be proud of its Pvt. Charles Logsdon, who
on December 28 captured single-handed a machine gun nest after hurling a half
- dozen grenades into the position. He
held off enemy reinforcements alone until help, arrived.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far
East, General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: 1920 at Kentucky Home of Record: Louisville, Kentucky Worked at American Air Filter Co.; married ca. 14 Nov.
‘41; entered service 21 Nov. ‘41 at Louisville, KY; SN 35110397; trained at
Camp Wolters, TX, where he “won expert
rifle and machine gun marksmanship medals, and a bayonetry medal”; “cited twice in eight days for valor”
near Buna, New Guinea, but appears to have been decorated only once; a
dispatch from New Guinea on 2 Jan. ‘43 stated he was cited “for blowing up, with the aid of two
companions, each armed with a Bangalore torpedo, a Jap pillbox that was
blocking the American military advance.” This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of assignment,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 15 Apr. ’13; not HoV |
BunaX |
|
448. |
Londrigan, Edward W. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army 32D Cavalry Reconnaissance Troop, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edward W. Londrigan, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 75 (1944) Born: 14 May 1908 at Illinois Home of Record: Springfield, Illinois Death: 13 October 1972 Interred: Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield,
Illinois He was 2d Lt. and Plt. Ldr. of 3D Plt., 32D
Cav. Recon. Trp., going into Saidor, New Guinea; attained rank of 1st Lt. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 29 Oct. ’14 |
|
|
449. |
Long, James E. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pfc. Long earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 26
November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Born: 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Jackson, Michigan He entered service 9 May '41 at Kalamazoo, MI; SN
36156640. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 15 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
450. |
Lopez, Lionel August Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lionel A. Lopez, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 36 (1945) Born: 8 August 1921 at New Orleans, Louisiana Home of Record: New Orleans, Louisiana Death: 9 December 2014 Interred: Garden of Memories, Metairie, Louisiana He entered service at New Orleans, LA on 20 Jul. ‘42; SN
38195243; severely WIA, earned Purple Heart; New Guinea and Philippines;
married, father of 4; member of St. Stephens Parish; docent at National WWII
Museum; member of VFW and American Legion. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
451. |
Lord, Aubrey Hugh __, U.S. Army Company A, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Aubrey H. Lord, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 138 (1945) Born: 22 January 1918 at Drew County, Arkansas Home of Record: Florence, Arkansas Death: 19 May 2005 Interred: Oakland Cemetery, Monticello, Arkansas Also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart; twice married;
father of 3; worked at Pine Bluff Arsenal; member of Watson Chapel Baptist
Church; resided at Pine Bluff, AR. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
452. |
Lowry, Leonard First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company I, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ 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, takes pleasure in
presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry), [then First Lieutenant]
Leonard Lowry (ASN: 0-1302026), United States Army, for gallantry in action
while serving with the 32d Infantry Division near Afua, New Guinea, on 11
July 1944. Captain Lowry assumed
command of a force of five hundred men at a time when its advance had been
halted and its leading elements had been pinned down by heavy enemy machine
gun fire. He organized a small party
and personally led it in an assault on the machine gun position, diverting
its fire and permitting the remainder of the force to detour and continue its
advance. Captain Lowry then rejoined
the main body and led it to the successful accomplishment of its mission.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 80 (22 September 1944) Born: 16 May 1920 at Milford, California Home of Record: Susanville, California Death: 17 August 1999 Interred: Susanville Cemetery, Susanville, California Native American; attended public schools at Susanville and
a Native American boarding school, renowned basketball and football player;
graduated Sherman Institute, Riverside, CA, in ‘38; served with CCCID (CCC
Indian Dept.); entered service at Sacramento, CA on 29 Jan. ‘41, brother
Stanley enlisted the same day; SN 39075809; assigned to 7TH Div.,
Ft. Ord, CA; completed OCS at Ft. Benning, GA in Dec. ‘42, commissioned 2d
Lt.; SN O-1302026; sent to Camp Roberts, CA; sent to Australia and assigned
to 32D Div.; New Guinea, Leyte, Luzon, Army of Occupation; Cdr. of
Co. I, 127TH Inf. at Aitape, New Guinea and beyond; recommended
Pvt. Donald R. Lobaugh for Medal of Honor after he was KIA 22 Jul. ‘44; WIA
at New Guinea, Leyte, and twice at Luzon; earned Purple Heart; promoted to
Capt.; brother Stanley earned Silver Star and battlefield commission in
Europe; also served during Korean War; earned DSC and OLC to Silver Star for
his actions in Korea; WIA in Korea; also earned Bronze Star (not sure if WWII
or Korea); retired as Lt. Col. in ‘67; married a woman he met in Australia,
father of 2. |
added 25 Apr. ’17 |
AitapeX |
|
453. |
Lowthers, James E. Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army __, 114TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Tec. 4 Lowthers earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action
on 5 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
An unaccredited article in the Knickerbocker News on 2 Jan. ’43
summarized his actions thusly, “On Dec.
5, 1942, Lowthers “with complete disregard for his own safety” brought Capt.
Daniel K. Edwards [HQ, I Corps],
who had been severely wounded, to the rear of the American lines near Buna
village under heavy enemy fire.” General Orders: Born: 24 August 1916 at Massachusetts Home of Record: Stoneham, Massachusetts Death: 10 April 1991 He entered active service with the Mass. National Guard on
16 Jan. '41 at Medford, MA; SN 20116159; his unit of assignment is presumed
because he was a combat engineer in the Mass. National Guard; worked for New England Telephone
and Telegraph Co. |
added 15 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
454. |
Loynes, James D. Private, U.S. Army Company K, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “James D. Loynes, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 67 (1944) Born: 13 Jul. ‘20 at Tennessee Home of Record: Humboldt, Tennessee Death: 9 February 1944 near Saidor, New Guinea Interred: Rose Hill Cemetery, Humboldt, Tennessee Status: KIA He entered service at Ft. Oglethorpe, GA on 28 Sep. ‘42;
SN 34374065; killed during a patrol near Saidor, Capt. Lester T. Mooney, Cdr.
of Co. K and patrol leader, and 4 other Soldiers were also killed;
repatriated aboard U.S. Army Transport Lt. George W. G. Boyce ca. Jun. ‘48. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
455. |
Lundeen, Adrian A. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Adrian A. Lundeen, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 114 (1945) Born: 3 August 1921 at Minnesota Home of Record: Eugene, Oregon Death: 23 April 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis,
Minnesota Status: KIA He entered service at Portland, OR on 21 Aug. ‘42; SN
39315598; overseas in Feb. ‘43; WIA by mortar shell fragment, received Purple
Heart on 6 Dec. ‘44; WIA 21 Dec. ‘44 by mortar shell fragment near Tolibaw,
Leyte, Philippines, earned OLC to Purple Heart, received it and mother
notified ca. 11 Feb. ‘45; also earned Good Conduct Medal, CIB; brothers Melvin
and Ewald served with Navy in Pacific. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 25 Jun. ’17 |
|
|
456. |
Lusk,
Harry W. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death: 28 November 1944 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Longsdorf Cemetery, New Kingstown, Pennsylvania Status: KIA Originally from Harrisburg, PA; worked at Harrisburg
Public Library; graduated William Penn H. S. in ‘31; graduated U. of Wis. in
’35, ROTC, member of Scabbard and Blade; moved to Eau Claire, WI (hometown),
from Milwaukee, on 1 May ‘38; worked as accountant at Union National Bank in
Eau Claire; married woman from Eau Claire at Ayer, MA, 28 Mar. ‘42; was 1st
Lt. in Officers Reserve when he joined Co. C, 128TH Inf. at Camp
Livingston, LA, in Oct. ‘41; SN O-331468; WIA ca. 22 Nov. ‘42 (more likely
20-21 Nov.) and earned Silver Star at Buna; promoted to Capt. and assumed
command of Co. C in Mar. ‘43; KIA 28 Nov. ‘44 on Leyte, Philippines at age
31; initially reported MIA, ca. 13 Feb. ‘45 his parents were notified he was
presumed KIA; also earned Purple Heart. |
not HoV |
BunaX |
|
457. |
Lytle,
Wilbur Curtis Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death: 8 May 1978 at San Antonio, Texas Interred: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio,
Texas Father was Army Capt. during WWI; hometown; stationed at
Ft. Sam Houston, TX at ‘40 census; Lt. and Cdr. of Co. K, 126TH
Inf. during establishment of ‘Huggins’ Roadblock’ on 30 Nov. ‘42 near Soputa,
New Guinea; promoted to Capt.; also served during Korean War; married. This award has not been added to the WWII history information
yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action, there is
not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 26 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
458. |
Mackay,
David S. (Mac Kay) Private, U.S. Army Death: 13 August 2008 at Albany, New York Interred: Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie, New York Mackay,
David S. (Mac Kay) Private, U.S. Army Death: 13 August 2008 at Albany, New York Interred: Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie, New York He graduated from Salisbury School, Salisbury, CT;
graduated Yale U. in ‘41; attended Cornell U. Law School; entered service at
Albany, NY on 11 Jun. ‘42; SN 32371651; Australia, New Guinea, Philippines;
also earned Bronze Star w/V; discharged in ‘45; returned to Cornell U. Law
School; admitted to the Bar in ‘47; practiced law for 50 years; retired in
‘97; married, father of 4. |
added 22 Mar. ‘17 |
|
|
459. |
MacPherson, Murdock E. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company C, 114TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Murdock E. MacPherson, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” According to Papuan
Campaign, Sgt. MacPherson earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action
on 23 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 5 (1943) Born: 24 January 1911 at British North America, Canada,
Labrador, or Newfoundland Home of Record: Bedford, Massachusetts Death: 10 June 1966 Interred: Pine Grove Cemetery, Lynn, Massachusetts He entered service 6 Mar. ‘41 at Boston, MA; SN 31019568. |
added 15 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
460. |
Mader,
Michael G., Jr. __, U.S. Army This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 29 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
461. |
Mahler,
Rudolph F. Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army Born: 20 April 1914 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Milwaukee or Sheboygan, Wisconsin Death: 26 September 2000 Interred: Greendale Cemetery, Kohler, Wisconsin Son of Slovenian immigrants; parents resided at Sheboygan,
WI; entered service at Milwaukee, WI on 21 Apr. ‘41; SN 36208198; WIA 11 Jul.
‘44 near Aitape, New Guinea; also earned Purple Heart w/OLC, Presidential
Unit Citation; brother Sgt. Joseph A. also served in Army and earned Bronze
Star, Purple Heart; brother Pfc. Carl L. also served in Army. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 29 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
462. |
Mahon, Arnold D. Corporal, U.S. Army 1ST Battalion, 128TH Infantry
Regiment, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Arnold D. Mahon, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” Cpl. Mahon almost certainly earned
the Silver Star for his actions with a patrol near Teterei, New Guinea on 28
Jan. ‘44, which was described in a pair of war-time dispatches filed by
Robert J. Doyle from New Guinea on 3 and 4 Feb. 1944. He was one of the volunteers that rushed to aid 1st Lt.
George J. Hess’ group after it became isolated on north bank of Mot River
near Saidor on 28 Jan. ’44. The group
was part of the 50-may patrol from 1ST Bn., 128TH Inf.
that was attacked by a 100-man Japanese force west of the Mot River near Teterei,
along the western edge of the Saidor bridgehead, earlier that day. The rescuers formed a human chain reaching
from the bank into the river to catch 1st Lt. Hess as he was trying to carry
a rope across the raging river, so his men could attempt to get back to the
friendly side. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 19 (1944) Born: 7 November 1918 Home of Record: Hickory Ridge, Arkansas Death: 13 July 1944 near Aitape Interred: Lewis Cemetery, Hickory Ridge, Arkansas Status: KIA or DOW SN 37102858; later promoted to Sgt. |
added 14 Oct. ’14 |
SaidorX |
|
463. |
Mallar,
Walter D. __, U.S. Army This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 30 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
464. |
Mangano,
John Michael Captain, U.S. Army Death: 17 July 2009 at San Jose, California Interred: Gate Of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Los Altos,
California Married, father of 1; promoted to Maj. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying his unit of
assignment, there is not enough information to know which section to place it
in. |
added 24 Jan. ’13; not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
465. |
*Mannheimer,
Milton H. (presumed posthumous) Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Born: 9 September 1920 at Kentucky Home of Record: Louisville, Kentucky Death: 29 March 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Zachary Taylor National Cemetery, Louisville,
Kentucky Status: KIA Jewish; father was German immigrant; graduated Louisville
Male H. S. in ‘40, played football; attended U. of Louisville, pre-med., played
football; athletic instructor at YMCA; entered service at Louisville, KY on
13 Aug. ‘42; SN 35489182; also earned Purple Heart; repatriated ca. Jul. ‘48;
brother T. Sgt. Emil C. served in Italy; brother Lee C. worked for Govt. at
Oak Ridge, TN. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 30 Jun. ‘17 |
|
|
466. |
Manning, John I. Private, U.S. Army __, __, 32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: According to Papuan
Campaign, Pvt. Manning earned the Silver Star for gallantry in action on
21 November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea.
According to an article in the Daily Telegram on 1 Feb. ’43, he
went forward of friendly lines to rescue wounded comrades. General Orders: Born: 1919 at Utah Home of Record: Michigan He entered service 28 Apr. ‘41 at Detroit, MI; SN
36113222. |
added 17 Apr. ’13; not HoV or HoH |
BunaX |
|
467. |
Marks, Milo George Private, U.S. Army Company C, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “The President of the United States
of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in
presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class [then Private] Milo G.
Marks (ASN: 20634470), United States Army, for gallantry in action while
serving with Company C, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in
action near Soputa, New Guinea, 5 December 1942.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 37 (28 May 1943) Born: 20 August 1922 at Michigan Home of Record: Kalamazoo, Michigan Death: 26 July 1986 at Chicago, Illinois Interred at: Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta,
Michigan He was Pvt. in Co. C, 126TH Inf., Michigan
National Guard, at Kalamazoo, MI when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20634470; WIA at some point; discharged and home before Jun. ‘44
due to his injuries; attained rank of Cpl.; brother Andrew H. was Army 1st
Sgt., Daniel H. served in USMC. |
added 26 May ’14 |
BunaX |
|
468. |
*Marquett,
Lesley W. (Leslie) Private, U.S. Army Born: 27 September 1923 at Iowa Home of Record: Tipton, Iowa Death: 16 December 1944 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Masonic Cemetery, Tipton, Iowa Status: KIA He graduated Tipton H. S. in ‘42; entered service at Camp
Dodge, IA on 15 Sep. ‘43; SN 37678552; trained at Camp Fannin, TX; overseas Mar.
‘44; twin brother Wesley L. also served; his friend, Pvt. William H. Tenley,
from nearby Stanwood, IA, also served with 126TH Inf. and was KIA
18 Dec. ‘44 at Leyte, Philippines. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 1 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
469. |
Marsh, Edgar C. Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 126TH Infantry Regiment,
32D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 3 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Edgar C. Marsh, 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 32d
Infantry Division during World War II.”
According to Papuan Campaign, T. Sgt. Marsh earned the Silver
Star for gallantry in action on 3 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 3 (1943) Born: 1919 at Michigan Home of Record: Grand Rapids, Michigan He was a Cpl. in HQ Co., 126TH Inf., Michigan
National Guard, at Grand Rapids, MI, when 32D Div. mobilized on 15
Oct. ‘40; SN 20633541; also cited in 32D Div., GO No. 53 (1943), which may indicate
an additional award. |
added 17 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
470. |
Martin,
Clarence A. Colonel, U.S. Army Col. assigned to HQ, I Corps, as G-3 until he assumed
command of 128TH Inf. ca. 2 Dec. ‘42; earned OLC to Silver Star
for his actions 2 Dec. ‘42 (first Silver Star in WWI); bestowed with DSC for his actions 3 Dec. ‘42
to 5 Jan. ‘43 near Buna; promoted Brig. Gen. and asst. div. cdr. ca. Feb.
‘43, asst. div. cdr. and cdr. of Michaelmas Task Force at Saidor; asst. div.
cdr. at Aitape; promoted Maj. Gen. and assumed command of 31ST
Div. ca. Sep. ‘44. |
not HoH or HoV |
BunaX |
|
471. |
Martin,
James S. __, U.S. Army This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 1 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
472. |
*Martin,
John Alexander (presumed posthumous) First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Born: 16 April 1917 at Syracuse, New York Home of Record: Hurley, New York Death: 8 March 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Oak Hill Burial Park, Lakeland, Florida Status: KIA Namesake was his grandfather, Col. John A. Martin, Cdr. of 8TH Kansas Inf. during Civil War and 10th Gov. of KS; also had ties to Atchison, KS; graduated Syracuse U., College of Liberal Arts and College of Law, in ‘42; entered service as Pvt. at New York, NY on 21 Apr. ‘42; SN 12063474; commissioned 2d Lt.; SN O1303808; trained at Ft. Dix, NJ and Ft. McClellan, AL; overseas in Jan. ‘43; promoted to 1st Lt.; served at Morotai, New Guinea; WIA in Dec. ‘44 at Leyte, Philippines, shot in the head by a sniper; earned Purple Heart; evacuated to hosp. in Australia; returned to duty with his unit; earned Silver Star, Presidential Unit Citation. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 3 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
473. |
Martinelli,
Aurelio J. __, U.S. Army This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 5 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
474. |
Marva,
Cyril M. Private First Class, U.S. Army Born: Home of Record: Owosso, Michigan Death: Interred: Status: DOW Son of Czechoslovakian immigrants; SN 36510878. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 5 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
475. |
Massey, Jerald D. (Gerald) Private First Class, U.S. Army Company K, 126TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 22 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Gerald Massey, 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 32d Infantry Division during World War II.” According
to Papuan Campaign, Pfc. Massey earned the Silver Star for gallantry
in action on 22 December 1942 near Sanananda, New Guinea. General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 28 (6 April 1943) Born: 23 October 1915 at Illinois Home of Record: Greentown, Indiana Parents resided at Tipton, IN; family previously resided
at Corwith, IA; graduated Greentown H. S. in ‘37; worked at Pioneer Hi-Bred
Corn Co.; entered service 29 Dec. ‘41 at Ft. Benjamin Harrison, IN; SN
35251024; trained at Camp Roberts, CA; returned home ca. 20 Jan. ‘45; brother
Lt. Myrel was B-29 pilot, brother Pvt. Larry also served in Army Air Force;
married at Tipton, IN on 25 May ‘46, father of (at least) 1; resided at 316 W. Madison
St., Tipton, IN; returned to Pioneer Hi-Bred Corn Co.; member of VFW. |
added 17 Apr. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
476. |
Matthews,
Harold V. Private First Class, U.S. Army Born: 1923 at Michigan Home of Record: Detroit, Michigan He entered service at Detroit, MI on 30 Jun. '42; SN 16065958; received his Silver Star at Luzon, Philippines (not sure where he earned it). This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 5 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
477. |
Matthewson,
Lowell J. ‘Jeff’ __, U.S. Army Born: 10 November 1919 at Momence, Illinois Home of Record: Death: 22 February 1982 at Dubuque, Iowa Interred: Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West, Iowa He entered service at Ft. Des Moines, IA on 1 May ‘42; SN 17067405; attained rank of T. Sgt.; served in post-war Iowa Nat. Guard, retired in ‘69 as Lt. Col.; married, father of at least 1 son who served in Air Force; resided at Dubuque, IA; may have worked for Post Office. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 6 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
478. |
Matzat, Ludwig Herman
‘Louie’ Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army __, 128TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Ludwig H. Matzat, 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 32d Infantry Division during
World War II.” General Orders: Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division,
General Orders No. 109 (1945) Born: 15 January 1923 at Chicago, Illinois Home of Record: North Judson, Indiana Death: 14 July 2016 at DeMotte, Indiana Interred: Highland Cemetery, North Judson, Indiana He entered service at Indianapolis, IN on 1 Aug. ‘44;
Luzon, Army of Occupation; he says he “took a prisoner with surrender papers
to General Yamashita”; WIA, listed on 11 Jun. ‘45 casualty list; earned
Purple Heart; discharged 14 Apr. ‘46; returned home and farmed with his
father and brothers, primarily mint, corn, soybeans; married Dorene Wobith on
28 Jan. ‘50, father of 4; member of St. Peter Lutheran, North Judson, Post
No. 92 of American Legion, VFW Post No. 748, and Starke Co. Soil and Water
Conservation District; he and his wife drove veterans to VA hospitals and
were recognized by American Legion for driving 365,000 miles; named a Starke
Co. Volunteer of the Year. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of
action, there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 20 Mar. ’17 |
VVTX |
|
479. |
First
Lieutenant, U.S. Army Death:
4 November 1986 Interred:
Quincy Cemetery, Miami Township, Ohio Practiced dentistry at Sidney, OH; married; 1st Lt.,
Dental Corps; promoted to Capt. ca. Mar. ‘43; Maj. in Reserve ca. ’52. |
added 25 Jan. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
480. |
*May,
George Leo Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Death: 30 November 1942 near Soputa, New Guinea Interred: Hillcrest Cemetery, Six Lakes, Michigan Status: KIA He entered the service 18 Apr. ‘41 at Kalamazoo, MI; SN
36155253; KIA 30 Nov. 1942; also earned Purple Heart; family received his
Silver Star ca. 23 Aug. ’43. |
added 31 Jan. ’13 |
BunaX |
|
481. |
Maynard,
Robert G. Captain, U.S. Army Born: Home of Record: Dallas, Texas Served as Plt. Ldr., Co. Cdr., Bn. Cdr. at New Guinea and Philippines; 39 mos. overseas. This award has not been added to the WWII history
information yet. Without seeing the actual citation or verifying date of action,
there is not enough information to know which section to place it in. |
added 6 Jul. ‘17 |
|
|
482. |
Maynor, Charles I. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company I, 127TH Infantry Regiment, 32D
‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December |