Distinguished Service Cross Recipients from the 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division during World War II

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.

There were at least 157 Distinguished Service Cross (DSC) medals bestowed upon Soldiers from the 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division during WWII.

At least five Division Soldiers were decorated with the Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC) to the DSC (signifying a 2nd DSC) during WWII; Capt./S. Sgt. Herman J. F. Bottcher, Lt. Col. James P. Burns, Capt. Sheldon M. Dannelly, Col. Merle H. Howe, and 1st Lt. Herbert G. Peabody.

Col. Joseph S. Bradley also earned two DSCs, his first with the 32^D Division during WWII, and the OLC as a Brig. Gen. with the 2^D Div. during the Korean War. Brig. Gen. Hanford MacNider earned three DSCs, his first two for his WWI service; his third was awarded for his actions while he was briefly attached to the 32^D Div. at Buna.

The Distinguished Service Cross is our Nation’s second highest decoration for heroism, second only to the Medal of Honor. The DSC was established by Act of Congress 9 July 1918 (amended by act of 25 July 1963). The DSC is awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, distinguished himself or herself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of a Medal of Honor; while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States; while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing or foreign force; or while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed conflict against an opposing Armed Force in which the United States is not a belligerent party. The act or acts of heroism must have been so notable and have involved risk of life so extraordinary as to set the individual apart from their comrades. The DSC is equivalent to the Navy Cross and the Air Force Cross.

This page is a long overdue addition to our website. It is going to take a considerable amount of research and transcribing in order to (hopefully someday) complete this roster of heroes. We have to start somewhere, let us start with these one hundred and twenty-seven brave men who earned one hundred and thirty-three Distinguished Service Crosses. Additional 32^D Div. DSC recipients from WWII will be added to this roster as time permits.

Much of the information below was collected from the outstanding Military Times Hall of Valor website, the outstanding Home of Heroes website, as well as numerous other historic references.

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.

1.	Baetcke, Bernard G. Major, U.S. Army 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 30 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Major Bernard G. Baetcke, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1942, in the vicinity of Sanananda, New Guinea. Major Baetcke's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: Home of record: MI Was a CPT assigned to HQ, 63^D Inf. Bde. (Mich. NG) at Detroit, MI, when 32^D Div. was mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
2.	Bailey, Cladie Alford ‘Gus’ (Allen) First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company G, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2 December 1942 (Victory in Papua lists date as 30 Nov. ’42) Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Cladie Bailey, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 December 1942, in the vicinity of Buna, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Bailey’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to the Indianapolis Star on 17 Mar. ’43, 1st Lt. Bailey earned the DSC “after he was wounded near Buna, New Guinea, 2 Dec. ‘42, when, as commander of a rifle company, he led an assault on enemy shelters, machine gun nests and mopped up a hostile bivouac.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1 January 1943) Born: 26 October 1910 at Heltonville, Indiana Home of record: Heltonville, Indiana Death: 20 April 1945 Interred: Mundell Christian Church Cemetery, Pleasant Run Township, Indiana Status: KIA Graduated Ind. U. in ‘32, ROTC; teacher and basketball coach at Heltonville H. S.; married, father of 1; commissioned 2d Lt. in Officers Reserve Corps; served with Co. H, 333^D Inf., Organized Reserve, ca. ‘36; served with CCC ca. ‘37 and ‘38; entered active service 19 Apr. ‘41; SN O-296675; assigned to 32^D Div. at Camp Livingston, LA; sailed with the Div. on 22 Apr. ‘42; assigned to 126^TH Inf.; marched over Owen Stanleys; WIA 19 Dec. ‘42; promoted to Capt. on 31 Dec. ‘42; promoted to Maj. on 15 Oct. ‘43; promoted to Lt. Col. on 15 May ‘44; WIA at Aitape; KIA 20 Apr. ‘45 while commanding 1^ST Bn., 126^TH Inf., at Luzon, Philippines at age 34; wife was notified on 28 Apr. ‘45; listed on 9 May ‘45 casualty list; earned Silver Star, posthumously; earned at least one Purple Heart; brother served during WWII, Tec. 5 Jesse P., ETO.		BunaX
3.	Bajdek, Walter A. Private First Class, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 2^D Battalion, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 10 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Walter A. Bajdek, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 December 1942, in the vicinity of Buna, New Guinea. Private First Class Bajdek’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua: “On 10 December, just as the 2d Battalion was about to be relieved, Pfc. Walter A. Bajdek, of Battalion Headquarters Company, made a dash under heavy enemy fire to reestablish communication with an advanced observation post overlooking the enemy positions.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: 25 October 1917 at Michigan Home of record: Grand Rapids, Michigan Death: 29 May 1985 Interred: Holy Cross Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Michigan Son of Waclaw or Valdimir ‘Walter’ and Victoria (Jakubowska or Jakobowski) Bajdek, both Polish immigrants; mother remarried, Mrs. John Hogan, Grand Rapids, MI (hometown) (‘40 census); entered service at Kalamazoo, MI on 23 Apr. ‘41; SN 36155598; received the DSC from Maj. Gen. William H. Gill during a ceremony in Australia on 23 Jul. ‘43; promoted to Sgt.; promoted to S. Sgt.; also earned Bronze Star, CIB; changed his surname to Byron in the ‘50s; married, father of 5.		BunaX
4.	Balza, William J. Private First Class, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 2^D Battalion, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private First Class William J. Balza, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry, in action against enemy forces on 25 December 1942, near Buna, New Guinea. When an infantry Company was cut off from its battalion, Private First Class Balza, in an effort to reestablish communications, volunteered to attempt to carry a telephone line to the isolated company. Though forced back twice by heavy enemy fire, with courageous determination and complete disregard for his own safety, he crawled forward across an open field and succeeded in reaching the isolated company with the telephone line. Private First Class Balza's conspicuous courage and determination were an inspiration to the men of his unit. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, Milwaukee Journal, 26 June 1943, “PVT William [Balza], Route 4, Sawyer, dared death three times near Buna mission Christmas day. The third time he succeeded in his mission and has received a Distinguished Service Cross. Japanese soldiers allowed a company to cross an open field, then cut the company off from its unit by sweeping the field with machine gun fire every time anyone attempted to reach the isolated company. [Balza] volunteered to brave this fire to string a telephone line across this field. Twice he and SGT Elmer Coon, Black Creek, WI, wormed into knee high grass but were forced back. The second time a soldier trying to protect them with rifle fire was killed. [Balza] volunteered to make a third attempt and finally succeeded as machine gun bullets cut the grass all around him. The wire which he dragged across the field maintained communication between the isolated company and other units until help was brought.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 21 December 1911 Home of record: Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Death: 3 December 1997 Interred: St. Michaels Catholic Cemetery, Town of Jacksonport, Wisconsin		BunaX
5.	*Baser, Raymond Mancil Private First Class, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 10 December 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Raymond [M.] Baser (ASN: [67615204]), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 December 1944. Private First Class Baser’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 105 (1945) Born: 1 April 1924 at Missouri Home of record: West Plains, Missouri Death: 3 April 1945 on Luzon Interred: Mount Zion Cemetery, Poe Hill, Missouri Status: KIA He entered service 27 May ‘43 at Jefferson Barracks, MO; SN 67615204 (37615204); promoted to Sgt.; KIA 3 Apr. ‘45 at Luzon, Philippines at age 21; family notified ca. 16 May ‘45; repatriated aboard the Sgt. Jack J. Pendleton ca. 13 Jan. ‘49; the LT (Large Tug) 452, Sgt. Raymond Baser, a 127’ ocean-going tug, was built for the Army by Northwestern Shipbuilding Co. at South Bellingham, WA, and delivered in Jun. or Sep. ‘44, sold in ‘58 and re-named Adeline Foss, later Ann W in ‘77, used as target and sunk by Bolivian Navy in ‘79.	added 31 Jan. ‘13	LeyteX
6.	*Bayerl, Joseph P. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company C, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 7 July 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant Joseph P. Bayerl (ASN: 20649268), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 7 July 1944. Staff Sergeant Bayerl’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 140 (1944) Born: 17 March 1919 at Blenker, Wisconsin Home of record: Milladore, Wisconsin Death: 7 July (10 July) 1944 near Aitape, New Guinea Interred: Saint Kilian Cemetery, Blenker, Wisconsin Status: KIA Son of John and Rosalia (Linzmaier) Bayerl, Milladore, WI (hometown); farmer; Pvt. with Co. C, 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, Marshfield, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; home on leave for Thanksgiving in ‘41; promoted to S. Sgt.; parents received telegram 19 Jul. ‘44 stating he had been MIA since 7 Jul. ‘44; parents received telegram 22 Jul. ‘44 stating he was KIA 10 Jul. ‘44; also earned Purple Heart.	added 8 May ‘14	AitapeX
7.	Beaver, Chester Martin Major, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation: “Major Chester M. Beaver, (ASN: 0-20887), General Staff Corps, Headquarters 32d Infantry Division, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action near Buna, New Guinea, on 5 December 1942. After extensive and useful activity at the hazard of his life during the [attack] on 5th December, Major Beaver, late in the afternoon, organized a patrol from the Cannon Company, 128^th Infantry, for an attempt to outflank an enemy position. Crawling through mud and water, under heavy fire, the patrol worked its way within a hundred yards of Buna Village and materially assisted in the attack. Major Beaver’s daring leadership was an inspiration to the men of his command.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 26 March 1914 at Broken Bow, Nebraska Home of record: Yankton, South Dakota Death: 31 July 1944 near Funafuti, Ellice Island (now named Tuvalu) Interred: National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Hawaii Status: DNB His father was Capt. who organized Co. E, 6^TH Neb. Inf., Neb. Nat. Guard, in ‘17, that unit became part of 147^TH FA Regt., which was attached to 32^D Div. during WWI; graduated U. of Nebr. in ‘36; ROTC; commissioned 2d Lt.; SN O-020887; served with Btry. E, 147^TH FA, Nebr. Nat. Guard; stationed at Schofield Barracks, HI at ‘40 census; stationed at Ft. Bragg, NC ca. ‘41, Capt. and Aide to Brig. Gen. Edwin F. Harding, Asst. Div. Cdr., 9^TH Div. (soon to be Cdr. of 32^D Div.); assigned to 32^D Div.; earned Silver Star for his actions 16 Nov. ‘42 at Cape Sudest, New Guinea (he may have been aboard the Minnemura when it was attacked by Japanese Zeros); he is also cited in 32^D Div. GO No. 53 (1943), which may mean an additional award; assumed command of 1^ST Bn., 126^TH Inf. on 13 Dec. ‘42, succeeded Lt. Col. Edmund J. Carrier; DNB (KIA) 31 Jul. ‘44, passenger aboard PB2Y-3R No. 7233 which crashed near Funafuti, Ellice Island (now named Tuvalu); interred at Honolulu, HI.		BunaX
8.	*Bender, Herman Private First Class, U.S. Army Company M, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 31 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Herman Bender (ASN: 20648133), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 31 December 1942, in the vicinity Buna, New Guinea. Private First Class Bender’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” His citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, Milwaukee Journal, on 26 June 1943, “A Distinguished Service Cross was awarded posthumously to Pvt. Herman Bender, Fond du Lac, who gave his life getting important information for his commanding officer. Bender volunteered to cross nearly 200 yards of unpatrolled ground to attempt to make contact between two American forces closing on the enemy beachhead. He reached the other force, obtained necessary information and had started back to report when he was severely wounded. Bender dragged himself to his platoon and made his report shortly before he died. The information was of great value and enabled the two American forces to close the gap for the final attack against Japanese positions at Buna mission.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: 11 June 1921 at Wisconsin Home of record: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Death: 31 December 1942 Interred: Estabrooks Cemetery, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Status: KIA Son of German immigrants; Pvt. with Co. M, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, Fond du Lac, WI, when mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; promoted to Pfc.		BunaX
9.	*Binns, Jack M. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company C, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November to 11 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Jack M. Binns (ASN: 20634431), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 26 November 1942 to 11 December 1942, in the vicinity Cape Endaiadere, New Guinea. Private Binns’ intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to the Detroit Free Press on 4 Apr. ‘43, Pfc. Binns earned the DSC “for crawling into enemy machine gun and sniper fire in the New Guinea area to drag a wounded comrade to safety. When on a second volunteer watch, to relieve men overcome by heat, Binns was killed by a sniper.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (1943) Born: 1917 at Michigan Home of record: Kalamazoo, Michigan Death: 11 December 1942 near “Huggins’ Roadblock” Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Graduated Kalamazoo Central H. S. in ‘36; Pvt. with Co. C, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, Kalamazoo, MI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; promoted to Pfc. (1 reference implies he was promoted to Cpl.); also earned Purple Heart.		BunaX
10.	*Boice, William Francis ‘Jimmy’ Captain, U.S. Army Headquarters, 2^D Battalion, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Captain (Infantry) William F. Boice (ASN: 0-226890), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while commanding a Battalion of the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign near Buna, New Guinea. When all except one of his officers had been killed, Captain Boice, as battalion commander, realized the need for personal leadership and promptly went forward without regard for his own personal safety and led his troops against a heavily fortified and almost inaccessible enemy stronghold of great importance. He was killed while advancing at the head of his men. Captain Boice’s gallant leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 3 (1943) Born: 1904 at Indiana Home of record: Swayzee, Indiana Death: 19 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea Interred: Manila American Cemetery; also memorialized at Converse Cemetery, Mier, Indiana Status: KIA Son of Ora A. and Anna M. (Leming) Boice; father passed away when William was about 13, mother remarried, Mrs. Frank J. Ladd; also had ties to Greencastle, IN; graduated DePauw U. in ‘26, ROTC; teacher at Deedsville, IN, and teacher and basketball coach at Ervin Township H. S. (Howard Co.) ca. ‘34-‘41; married, father of 1; commissioned 2d Lt. in Officers Reserve Corps in ‘26; SN O-226890; served with 335^TH Inf., 84^TH Div., Organized Reserve, ca. ‘29; 1st Lt. with 336^TH Inf. ca. ‘33; entered active service 1 Apr. ‘41; S-2 of 126^TH Inf. on the eve of Buna; led small, advance reconnaissance patrol (“pathfinder patrol”) of Kapa Kapa Trail over Owen Stanleys; assumed cmd. of 2^D Bn., 126^TH Inf., after Maj. Herbert M. Smith was WIA 7 Dec. ‘42; KIA 19 Dec. ‘42 ca. age 38, mortally wounded by mortar fire at 0945 hours, while leading his Bn. in attack near Buna, New Guinea; wife received telegram on 16 Jan. ‘43; also earned Purple Heart; succeeded by Capt. John J. Sullivan as Cdr. of 2^D Bn., 126^TH Inf.; his DSC was presented to his wife, pinned on his 5-year old son, during a ceremony at Ft. Benjamin Harrison, IN on 1 Aug. ‘43; interred at Manila American Cemetery; also memorialized at Converse Cemetery, Mier, IN; namesake of William F. Boice Chap. of Reserve Officers; the ‘43 Echo (Ervin Township H. S. yearbook) was dedicated in his honor, ““Jimmy,” a former coach of the Ervin Eagles, had many friends, and was an inspiration to all who knew him. His dynamic energy spurred many a ball team to victory. May we derive from him, that same energy and spirit to follow in his steps to greater achievements.”; namesake of the Boice Award (a.k.a. Jimmy Boice Award or Jimmy Boice Memorial Medal), awarded for good sportsmanship by the Howard Co. basketball tournament committee beginning in ‘44; a “handsome granite monument erected in the school yard of the Ervin Township School” was dedicated in his honor on 14 Jan. ‘45.		BunaX
11.	Bottcher, Hermann Johann Friedrich Captain (then Staff Sergeant), U.S. Army Company H (attached to Company G), 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5-11 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Herman J. F. Bottcher (ASN: 0-888451), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 5 to 11 December 1942, in the vicinity of Papua, New Guinea. Captain Bottcher's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (December 28, 1942) Born: 13 July 1909 in Germany Home of record: San Francisco, California Death: 31 December 1944 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Bottcher, Hermann Johann Friedrich Captain, U.S. Army __, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 20 December 1942 Citation: “Captain Herman J. F. Bottcher, (ASN: O-888451), 126^th Infantry, United States Army. For extraordinary heroism in action near Buna, New Guinea, 20 December 1942. Although wounded the previous day, Captain Bottcher volunteered to [lead] a detachment of infantry in an attack on an enemy strong-point in terrain which he was familiar. He carefully prepared the men for the attack, and encouraged them by his own example to advance within twenty yards of the enemy emplacements. When the patrol was held up by small arms fire in this advanced position, he stood up without regard for his own safety and drew the enemy’s [fire] so that the patrol could move to another area. He was again wounded during this action. Captain Bottcher’s outstanding courage and leadership were an inspiration to the men under his command.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 13 July 1909 in Germany Home of record: San Francisco, California Death: 31 December 1944 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Orphaned at an early age; moved to Austria at age 19; worked as cabinetmaker; he emigrated to U.S. ca. ‘30, lived with an aunt in San Francisco, CA (hometown); gained citizenship; volunteered to serve with Abraham Lincoln Brigade during Spanish Civil War; WIA twice and thrice decorated for his combat exploits during his 25 mos. in Spain; U.S. revoked his citizenship as a result of his service in Spain; attended San Francisco State College, architecture, 6 credits shy of degree when he left to enlist in Army after Pearl Harbor; entered service at Presidio of Monterey on 5 Jan. ‘42; SN 39085246; assigned to Co. H, 126^TH Inf.; WIA 7 Dec. ‘42, he refused evacuation; received battlefield commission to Capt. from Gen. Eichelberger; SN O-888451; WIA 19 Dec. ‘42; WIA 20 Dec. ‘42; later assigned cdr. of Co. A, 126^TH Inf.; later cdr. of Co. A, 127^TH Inf.; assumed cmd. of 32^D Recon. Trp. (later 32^D Cav. Recon. Trp. Mech.) on 19 May ‘44; likely succeeded 1st Lt. Bernard J. Lillie, acting cdr.; KIA 31 Dec. ‘44 during an attack on the CP near Mambahoa, Leyte, Philippines, started about 0245 hours, seriously WIA at 0355 hours when the small building housing his CP was hit by a mortar, his leg was nearly blown off and he had other shrapnel wounds, Lt. Royale L. Steele applied a tourniquet and Sgt. Anthony G. Gaidosik, medic, administered morphine, but the plasma he desperately needed was destroyed when the CP was hit, a Cub plane dropped plasma at 0800 hours but it was too late, he died at 0810 hours; S. Sgt. Donald H. Aney and Pvt. John A. Curwin were KIA during same attack, “The bodies were buried the morning of 3 Jan. ‘45 in USAF cemetery at Limon, Leyte, Central Philippines.”; interred at Manila American Cemetery; his other awards include Bronze Star, Legion of Merit, Purple Heart w/3 OLCs, CIB. For additional information and photographs of this amazing Soldier and his remarkable military career, please visit this awesome website: http://www.hermannbottcher.org/index.html.		BunaX BunaX
12.	Bradley, Joseph Sladen Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Colonel (General Staff Corps) Joseph Sladen Bradley (ASN: 0-12428), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Chief of Staff, Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. To further an attack by an infantry company against a strongly fortified enemy area, Colonel Bradley left his command post, went to the most forward positions, personally aided the progress of the attack, and contributed materially to its success. While under heavy enemy fire he moved about among the men continually risking his life to encourage and assist the advance in every way possible. Colonel Bradley’s inspiring leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 9 June 1900 at Washington Home of Record: Mount Pleasant, South Carolina Death: 17 January 1961 Interred: U.S. Military Academy Cemetery, West Point, New York Appointed from SD; graduated U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of ‘19 (originally Class of ‘21, due to WWI they graduated early in ‘18 and subsequently graduated again in ‘19); awarded Silver Star for his actions 27 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; bestowed with DSC for his actions 28 Dec. ‘42; awarded OLC to Silver Star for his actions 11 Jan. ‘43 near Tarakena, New Guinea; awarded DSM for his actions as Brig. Gen. and Chief of the Training Group, G-3 Division, War Department General Staff, from Mar. ‘44 to Nov. ‘45.; awarded OLC to DSM for his actions as Brig. Gen. with Far East Command from 23 Oct. ‘46 to 13 Aug. ‘48; bestowed with OLC to DSC for his actions 1-5 Sep. ‘50 as Brig. Gen. and Asst. Div. Cdr. of 2^D ID during the Korean War; awarded 2nd and 3rd OLC to Silver Star for his actions Mar. and May ‘51 as Brig. Gen. and Maj. Gen. with 25^TH Inf. Div. during the Korean War; retired as Maj. Gen. in 1956.		BunaX
13.	Bradley, Leonard Taylor ‘Jim’ Private First Class, U.S. Army Company I, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Leonard T. Bradley, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942. Private First Class Bradley's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 46 (1944) Born: 21 October 1913 at Franklin County, Iowa Home of Record: Death: 20 January 2006 at Monticello, Iowa Interred: Sacred Heart Cemetery, Monticello, Iowa Family history says it was during a full-scale Japanese attack that he removed his helmet to cover a Japanese grenade that fell in a foxhole he shared with others, he placed his foot on helmet in the hope the mud would absorb most of the shrapnel, which it did; he saved all the men in that foxhole, but lost a foot and part of his leg as a result of his wounds; also awarded Purple Heart; discharged from service in October of 1943.		BunaX
14.	Brooks, Henry Ellwood Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company F, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 April 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant Henry E. Brooks, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 April 1945. Staff Sergeant Brooks' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 55 (1945) Born: 17 May '19 at Oakland, California Home of Record: Maywood, California Death: 2 May 1999 Interred: Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA Joined Co. F, 127^TH Inf. on Luzon; served with SSG Ysmael R. Villegas, Medal of Honor recipient who was KIA 20 Mar. '45; bestowed with DSC for his actions 24 Apr. '45 along the Villa Verde Trail; other awards include Bronze Star w/OLC, Purple Heart w/OLC, Philippine Liberation Medal w/1 bronze star, Asiatic Pacific Theater Medal w/1 bronze star, American Theater Medal, Good Conduct Medal, WW II Victory Medal, and CIB; died in auto accident 2 May '99 on his way home from his Red Arrow Division reunion; interred at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA; his family has a website dedicated to him: http://www.angelfire.com/hi/RedArrowDivision/index.html.		VVTX
15.	Budai, George C. Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 8 May 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Technical Sergeant George C. Budai, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 May 1945. Technical Sergeant Budai’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 7 (1946) Born: 29 August 1919 at Cook County, Illinois Home of Record: Coppersville, Michigan Death: 23 February 2002 at Muskegon, Michigan Interred: Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Muskegon, Michigan He entered service 25 Aug. ‘42 at Kalamazoo, MI; SN 36192021; also earned Silver Star; other awards include Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/3 battle stars, WWII Victory Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal w/1 battle star, 5 Overseas Service Bars, 1 Service Stripe; discharged 25 Nov. ‘45.	added 6 Sep. ‘13	VVTX
16.	*Burns, James P. Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army 1^ST Battalion, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19 & 24 May 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) James P. Burns (ASN: 0-265547), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 and 24 May 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Burns’ intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 99 (1945) Born: Home of Record: Clarke County, Virginia Death: 24 May 1945 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA *Burns, James P. Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army 1^ST Battalion, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19 & 24 May 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) James P. Burns (ASN: 0-265547), United States Army, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces during World War II. Lieutenant Colonel Burns’ intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Authority: A.B.M.C. Born: Home of Record: Clarke County, Virginia Death: 24 May 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA SN 0-265547; married, father of 1; overseas May ‘43 as Maj. with 1^ST Cav. Div.; promoted Lt. Col. Dec. ‘44 and assumed command of 1^ST Bn., 128^TH Inf.; KIA on the Villa Verde Trail 24 May ‘45 as a battalion commander; other awards include Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart w/2 OLC; interred at Manila American Cemetery.		VVTX VVTX
17.	Byers, Clovis Ethelbert Brigadier General, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 15 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “For extraordinary heroism in action near Buna, New Guinea, on 15 December 1942. Immediately prior to launching an attack on an enemy position, Brigadier General Byers, without regard to his personal safety, visited the front line troops in close proximity to the enemy and to the impact are of our own preparatory mortar concentration, inspiring the men to a greater effort by his personal example. When the attack was launched, he advanced to a position within fifty yards of the assaulting troops. When wounded by an enemy sniper, he continued observation of the action and encouragement of the troops until he was evacuated. His inspiring example of heroism contributed greatly to the success of the attack.” General Orders: Authority: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 63 (1942) Born: 5 November 1899 at Columbus, Ohio Home of Record: Columbus, Ohio Death: 13 December 1973 at Washington, D.C. Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Graduated U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of '20; he was Gen. Eichelberger's (I Corps) Chief of Staff during Papuan Campaign; he briefly assumed command of 32^D Division's forward troops (but not command of the Div. as a whole) after BG Waldron was WIA on 5 Dec. '42; he was WIA by a Japanese sniper on 16 Dec. '42; also awarded the Silver Star during Papuan Campaign; later awarded 3 Bronze Stars, a 2nd Silver Star, Legion of Merit, DSM and Air Medal for his service with I Corps and 8th Army during WWII; also served during Korean War; retired in 1959 as LG.	added 9 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
18.	Campbell, Robert H. Private, U.S. Army Company M, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 17 December 1942 to 1 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Robert H. Campbell, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 7 December 1942 through 1 January 1943, in Buna, New Guinea. Private Campbell's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Authority: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 24 September 1915 Home of Record: Iowa Death: 30 September 1972 Interred: St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Dougherty, Iowa There is some discrepancy regarding his unit. The 32D Infantry Division in World War II states he was assigned to Co. H, while his DSC and Victory in Papua state he was assigned to Co. M.		BunaX
19.	Carew, John Joseph Colonel, U.S. Army 114^TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Colonel (Corps of Engineers) John J. Carew, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, in the vicinity of Cape Sudest in New Guinea. Colonel Carew’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Col. Carew was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his leadership and direct participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on 16 November 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 29 October 1897 at Medford, Massachusetts Home of Record: Medford, Massachusetts Death: 16 July 1980 at Medford, Massachusetts Interred: Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford, Massachusetts Son of Irish immigrants; married, father of 10; resided at 24 George St., Medford City, MA at ‘40 census; enlisted in Mass. Nat. Guard in ‘15; served during Mexican Border Crisis and WWI; commissioned at some point, SN O-126433; WIA, listed on 22 Mar. ‘19 casualty list; a 1st Lt. John J. Carew served with 6^TH Inf., 5^TH Div., joined unit 21 May ‘18, Anould, St. Die, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne, WIA 15 Oct. ‘18, returned to duty 19 Nov. ‘18; earned Silver Star and Purple Heart w/OLC; 1st Lt., Inf., in Off. Reserve Corps ca. ‘20; 1st Lt. in Co. E, 101^ST Engr. Regt., 26^TH Div., Mass. Nat. Guard, Medford, MA, ca. ‘22; Capt. in ‘23; Maj. in ‘28; served with 114^TH Engr. Bn. during WWII; earned DSC for his actions 16 Nov. ‘42 near Cape Sudest, New Guinea; earned OLC to Silver Star for his actions 23 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; also earned Bronze Star w/OLC; bestowed with British Empire Medal by Prime Minister of Australia; retired as Brig. Gen.; brother Capt. Walter R. served during WWII; son John Jr. served during WWII and Korea.		BunaX
20.	*Cherney, Carl J. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company C, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 20-21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant Carl J. Cherney (ASN: 20649177), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 and 21 November 1942, at Buna, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Cherney's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” A newspaper article, dateline Allied Headquarters, Australia, 5 February 1943, summarized the citation, “SSG Carl J. Cherney led his company in an attack against the enemy positions. He advanced ahead of his men, through heavy enemy machine-gun and mortar fire, encouraging them by his example. SSG Cherney's fire leadership and forceful driving power was responsible in a large part for the success of these attacks. On several occasions, he aided wounded men to withdraw from the field which was under enemy machine-gun fire. SSG Cherney was killed during this action.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (1943) Born: Home of Record: Marshfield, Wisconsin Death: 20 or 21 November 1942 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Enlisted in Co. C, 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Marshfield, WI in 1936; CPL in same unit on 15 Oct. '40; assumed command of his company on 21 Nov. after 1SG Reuben J. Steger was KIA, the 1SG had assumed command earlier that day after officers became casualties; KIA at age 27.		BunaX
21.	Clark, Claude Ellis, Jr. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army __, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19 - 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Claude E. Clark, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces during World War II. First Lieutenant Clark's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to newspaper accounts, 1st Lt. Clark “distinguished himself with brave leadership in the fighting [near Buna, New Guinea] from Nov. 19 to Nov. 21.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (1943) Born: 25 August 1916 Home of record: Raleigh, North Carolina Death: 24 November 1944 at Leyte, Philippines Interred: Oakwood Cemetery, Hickory, North Carolina Status: KIA Attended George Washington H. S. at Danville, VA, played football; graduated Virginia Presbyterian School, Danville, VA, on 5 Jun. ‘34 (Danville Military Institute founded in ‘20, military training dropped and name changed in ‘33, military training and original name returned in ‘37); attended NC State College of Agriculture and Engineering ca. ‘36-‘38; married Jeanette Rankin Bagwell at Raleigh, NC on 9 Nov. ‘40; entered service at VA ca. ‘41; SN O-366033; severely WIA 22 Nov. ‘42; awarded DSC on 29 May ‘43 by Lieut. Gen. Walter Krueger; promoted to Capt.	added 23 Feb. ’17	BunaX
22.	*Clarkson, Gordon Madison Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army 1^ST Battalion, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Gordon Madison Clarkson (ASN: 0-21222), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy as Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32nd Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 January 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Clarkson’s outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” His actions were described by Robert J. Doyle in a pair of war-time dispatches from New Guinea on 3 and 4 Feb. 1944. Lt. Col. Clarkson personally led group of 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 1^ST Bn., 128^TH 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, 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. Clarkson was the anchor of the chain on the river bank and was WIA by machinegun fire while trying to pull Sgt. Thomas R. Reed up the bank to find cover from the enemy fire. Sgt. Reed then pulled Lt. Col. Clarkson into the grass for concealment but he DOW soon after. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 23 (1944) Born: 26 August 1915 at Macon, Missouri Home of record: Macon, Missouri Death: 28 January 1944 near Teterei, New Guinea Interred: Oakwood Cemetery, Macon, Missouri Status: DOW Married; graduated Macon H. S. in ‘33; graduated USMA at West Point, Class of ‘38; SN O-021222; 1st duty station was the Presidio, 2 years; then assigned to Borinquen Field, Puerto Rico, promoted 1st Lt. there; assigned to Jamaica in ‘41, promoted Capt. there; assigned to Camp Roberts, CA Jun. ‘42; assumed cmd. of 1^ST Bn., 128^TH Inf. 13 Dec. ‘42, Maj. by then; earned Silver Star for his actions at Buna; promoted Lt. Col.	14 Oct. ‘14	SaidorX
23.	Clough, Arthur G. Corporal, U.S. Army Company G, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 31 March 1945 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Corporal Arthur G. Clough (ASN: 32998981), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces along the Villa Verde Trail, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 31 March 1945. On that date, Corporal Clough was manning an outpost foxhole with three companions when several enemy succeeded in approaching to within a few feet of the position. The Japanese began hurling hand grenades; several exploded outside the hole and one landed inside the emplacement. Courageously pushing the grenade away from his comrades, Corporal Clough covered the explosion with his feet and absorbed the entire blast in his own body, suffering grievous wounds in both legs. His companions, saved by his heroic action, arose and repelled the attack. By his exceptional gallantry and devoted concern for the welfare of his comrades, Corporal Clough prevented a serous enemy break-through of his company's perimeter. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 276 (1945) Born: 1919 at Maryland Home of Record: Whitestone, New York He entered the service on 14 Aug. '43 at NY; he endured several months of recuperation and rehabilitation in hospitals after the incident.	added 8 Jan. ‘13	VVTX
24.	Coker, James T. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company F, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 8 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) James T. Coker (ASN: 0-405391), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 January 1943, at Tarakena, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Coker’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 7 July 1917 at Oklahoma Home of Record: Durant, Oklahoma (some references list Comanche County, Oklahoma) Death: 3 May 1944 Interred: memorialized on Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery Status: MIA He enlisted in OK Nat. Guard on 24 Jun. ‘34; entered active service 16 Sep. ‘40 as Sgt. with 45^TH Div., Oklahoma National Guard, at Durant, OK; SN 20827469; trained with 45^TH Div. at Camp Barkeley, TX; commissioned at some point; new SN 0-405391; 2d Lt. transferred from 180^TH Inf. ca. 17 Feb. ‘42; assigned to 127^TH Inf., 32^D Div.; also awarded Silver Star for his actions 25 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; also awarded Bronze Star and Purple Heart; promoted to Capt.; MIA, presumed KIA, 3 May ‘44 along Driniumor River near Aitape, New Guinea; namesake of James T. Coker Army Reserve Center, 1500 N. First St., Durant, OK.	updated 21 Jul. ‘13	BunaX
25.	Combs, John E. Private, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 1 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private John E. Combs, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. Private Combs' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943) Born: Home of Record: Tennessee		BunaX
26.	*Crow, John William First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company C, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19-20 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) John W. Crow (ASN: 0-328644), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in aerial combat while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division in New Guinea. On 20 November 1942, during the battle at Buna, First Lieutenant Crow led Company C to destroy several Japanese machine gun emplacements, and during the fighting, while assaulting another enemy machine gun nest, he aggressively moved forward firing into the emplacement, but was killed by enemy fire.” A newspaper article, dateline Allied Headquarters, Australia, 5 February 1943, summarized the citation, “1st Lt. John W. Crow led his platoon, and then the entire company, in a most successful advance. With complete disregard for his own safety, while under heavy sniper and machine gun fire, he pushed forward, encouraging his men by his own courageous personal example. 1st Lt. Crow was killed during this action.” According to V in P: “Lieut. Crow, last seen charging an enemy machine gun post, submachine gun in hand, was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (1943) Born: 28 February 1909 at Waxahachie, Texas Home of Record: Bryan, Texas Death: 20 November 1942 near Buna, New Guinea Interred: Greenwood Memorial Park and Mausoleum, Fort Worth, Texas Status: KIA (initially MIA) Son of John Franklin and Sarah Frances (Benning) Crow; graduated Waxahachie H. S., played football; worked at Waxahachie Ice Co. while in high school; attended Allen Academy, played football; graduated Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College in ‘35, four-year football letter man, selected for All-Southwest Conference team in ‘34, member of Corps of Cadets; married, father of 2; worked as teacher and coach at Allen Academy; resided at Bryan, TX; also had ties to Plum Grove, TX and Milford, TX; commissioned in Officers’ Reserve Corp in ‘35; entered active service in ‘41; SN O-328644; trained to Ft. Brown, TX (stationed there until at least Jan. ‘42); wife notified just before Christmas ‘42; wife received DSC from Maj. Gen. Bruce McGruder, Cdr. of Inf. Replacement Center, during ceremony at Camp Wolters, TX on 24 Apr. ‘43 (she worked as draftsman at Consolidated Vultee, manufacturers of B-24 ‘Liberator’ bombers and C-87 ‘Liberator Express’ transports, at the time).		BunaX
27.	Cunningham, Jack K. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company E, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 11 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Jack K. Cunningham, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 January 1943, in the vicinity Tarakena, New Guinea. Private First Class Cunningham’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Pfc. Cunningham earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his role among a small group of volunteers who endeavored, under fire, to string a guide cable across Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943. The creek’s current was very swift; the guide cable was needed to enable assault boats to cross the creek and continue the 127^TH Infantry’s advance. He and S. Sgt. Robert G. Thompson, Co. C, worked together to string the first cable. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 13 August 1916 Home of Record: Texas		BunaX
28.	Dal Ponte, Peter Louis First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Service Company, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 9 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Peter Louis Dal Ponte, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Dal Ponte’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, 1st Lt. Dal Ponte earned the DSC for his actions as commander of ‘Huggins’ Roadblock’ on 9 Dec. ’42 near Sanananda, New Guinea. After leading several re-supply patrols into the beleaguered roadblock as Cdr. of Svc. Co., 126^TH Inf., 1st Lt. Dal Ponte assumed command of the key position on 8 Dec. ’42, when its namesake, the wounded Capt. Meredith M. Huggins, needed to be evacuated. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 28 (1943) Born: 31 March 1917 at Three Rivers, Michigan Home of Record: Three Rivers, Michigan Death: 26 December 1987 at Walter Reed Army Hospital, Washington D.C. Interred: Son of Italian immigrants; graduated Mich. State College in ‘39, played baseball in ‘38-‘39; entered service in ‘40; assigned to 126^TH Inf. as 2d Lt. ca. 25 Apr. ‘41; SN O-34486 (034486); also earned Silver Star w/OLC; returned to U.S. in Jun. ‘45, Maj. by that time; joined Regular Army; reported to Ft. Leavenworth, KS in Sep. ‘48 to attend Cmd. and Gen. Staff College; earned Legion of Merit for his service as Col. Sep. ‘60-Aug. ‘64; retired in ‘72 after 32 years of service; married, father of 3.		BunaX
29.	*Daniels, Delmar H. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company B, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 1 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant Delmar H. Daniels, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Daniels' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (1943) Born: 21 March 1919 Home of Record: Lenawee County, Michigan Death: 1 December 1942 Interred: Maple Grove Cemetery, Hudson, Michigan Status: KIA He was a SGT in Co. B, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Adrian, MI, when the 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; namesake of Delmar H. Daniels Post No. 399 of American Legion in Adrian, MI.		BunaX
30.	*Dannelly, Sheldon M. Captain, U.S. Army Company A, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 4-5 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Sheldon M. Dannelly (ASN: 0-373430), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 4 and 5 March 1945. Captain Dannelly's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” A summary of the actual citation from an unnamed Army newspaper was quoted in the Herald-Journal on 22 Aug. ’48, describing how CPT Dannelly was posthumously bestowed the Distinguished Service Cross “for extraordinary heroism in action March 4 and 5, 1945. Capt. Dannelly, commanding Co. A, 127^TH Infantry, skillfully attacked a heavily defended enemy position over open terrain defeating the enemy snipers and machine gunners. Throughout the engagement which lasted for 2 days, Capt. Dannelly, with utter disregard for his own safety, and in the face of heavy enemy artillery, mortar, and sniper fire, went from fox-hole to fox-hole giving encouragement and direction to his men.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 43 (1945) Born: 16 November 1917 Home of Record: Ehrhardt, South Carolina Death: 25 April 1945 Interred: Ehrhardt Cemetery, Ehrhardt, South Carolina Status: KIA *Dannelly, Sheldon M. Captain, U.S. Army Company A, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 April 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Sheldon M. Dannelly (ASN: 0-373430), United States Army, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 25 April 1945. Captain Dannelly's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” A summary of the actual citation from an unnamed Army newspaper was quoted in the Herald-Journal on 22 Aug. ’48, describing how CPT Dannelly was posthumously bestowed the Oak Leaf Cluster to the Distinguished Service Cross for “extraordinary heroism in action along the Philippine Islands April 25, 1945. As an infantry company was preparing to attack, a bomb suddenly smashed into the perimeter, burying 5 men with its explosion. The enemy immediately concentrated machinegun and rifle fire on the area where the bomb had landed. Capt. Dannelly, the company commander, seized an entrenching shovel and with complete disregard for his own safety, rushed forward across the 50 yards of open ground with bullets striking all about him. Although the enemy fire grew in intensity, he rose to his feet and, fully exposed, began digging into the rock and sand beneath which men were buried. As he undertook his self-imposed task, he was hit and killed by enemy fire. Capt. Dannelly, through gallant sacrifice of his own life, provided a lasting inspiration for the men with whom he served.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 62 (1945) Born: 16 November 1917 Home of Record: Ehrhardt, South Carolina Death: 25 April 1945 Interred: Ehrhardt Cemetery, Ehrhardt, South Carolina Status: KIA Graduated Wofford College, Class of '39 (was member of Senior Order of Gnomes in '38-'39 and was editor of the Wofford “Journal” which featured poetry and short stories written by students); after graduating he became principal of Hampton H.S.; entered service Feb. '42; 1LT and commander of Co. A, 128^TH Inf. at Buna; also assumed command of Co. C, 128^TH Inf. on 29 Dec. '42 at Buna after that unit's last officer (and 5th commander in 5 weeks) was seriously WIA (so he briefly commanded both companies simultaneously); commander of Co. A, 127^TH Inf. on Luzon; KIA 25 Apr. '45 on Luzon.	updated 4 May ’13; added 27 Jan. ‘13	VVTX VVTX
31.	*De Rosier, Edwin C. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army 1^ST Battalion, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Technician Fifth Grade Edwin C. Derosier (ASN: 36209011), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in Buna. Technician Fifth Grade DeRosier's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (30 January 1943) Born: Home of Record: Wakefield, Michigan Death: 2 December 1942 Interred: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota Status: KIA Was a medic; entered service at Milwaukee, WI; headstone lists middle initial as 'W'; Victory in Papua lists unit as 107^TH Med. Det.		BunaX
32.	Doherty, Timothy C. Major, U.S. Army Headquarters, 3^D Battalion, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 – 22 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Major Timothy C. Doherty, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 5 to 22 March 1945. Major Doherty’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 63 (1945) Born: Home of Record: Boston, Massachusetts Assigned Cdr. of 3^D Bn., 127^TH Inf. on 27 Jan. ‘45 at Luzon, Philippines; relinquished cmd. on 20 Mar. ‘45; succeeded by Capt. Cornelius Wiley on 21 Mar. ‘45; also earned Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart.	added 21 Apr. ‘17	VVTX
33.	Doughtie, James D. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company C, 114^TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Second Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers) James D. Doughtie, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Buna, New Guinea, on 23 December 1942. When a bridge was needed for the passage of tanks into enemy positions, Lieutenant Doughtie, with complete disregard for his own safety, directed the work of his men. His courageous example, under constant and intense enemy fire was an inspiration in keeping with the finest traditions of service to our country.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 4 (1943) Born: 14 January 1915 Home of Record: Massachusetts Death: 21 January 1997 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery		BunaX
34.	*Downer, James Garnett First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 9 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) James G. Downer (ASN: 0-349447), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 December 1942, during Papuan Campaign Buna, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Downer's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to an unaccredited article in the Reading Eagle on Jan. ’43, “Lieutenant Downer, on December 9, led five men in an attempt to capture a strong machine gun emplacement until killed by an enemy sniper.” In an unaccredited wartime dispatch from Australia on 15 Feb. ’43, printed in the Chicago Daily Tribune on 8 Mar. ‘43, a war correspondent asked several leaders “What was the outstanding act of heroism you saw during the Papuan Campaign?” MAJ Oliver O. Dixon referred to 1LT Downer and said of him: “Lt. Downer took command of a company near Buna and went among his men during heavy fire, talked to each, and raised morale tremendously. During this time our mortars had been dropping shells on a very strong emplacement, hoping to reduce it. It was necessary to find out if they had. Downer called for patrol volunteers and led it himself. “A sniper got him as he led his patrol close to the emplacement which hadn’t been reduced by our mortars. His act was as near a suicidal one as I saw.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 7 (1943) Born: 23 November 1915 (or 1912) at Pekin, Illinois Home of Record: Tazewell County, Illinois Death: 9 December 1942 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Graduated U. of Ill. '38; also studied at Bowling Green College and/or Western Kentucky U.; had ties to Pembroke, KY; entered service from KY; marched over Owen Stanleys, where he led 5-man commo. det. as part of CPT Medendorp's advance guard; other awards include the Purple Heart and CIB.	updated 15 May ‘13	BunaX
35.	Duket, Frank David, Jr. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed: According to an article in the 2 February 1945 issue of The Longhorn, the Camp Wolters, TX, newspaper, Sgt. Duket earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on 24 December 1945 near Buna, New Guinea. “Once on patrol with another ex-Wolterite, Lt. Fred W. Matz of the 67^TH Battalion, Sgt. Duket was cut off from the main American forces. For six days and nights they wandered behind the Jap lines, gathering data that ultimately served to be the downfall of the Japs in the Papuan campaign.” Lt. Matz earned the Distinguished Service Cross. Some references list Cpl. William M. Gleason as the man with Lt. Matz. General Orders: Born: 25 July 1918 at Dunbar, Wisconsin Home of Record: Marinette, Wisconsin Death: 12 June 1962 at Marinette, Wisconsin Interred: Forest Home Cemetery, Marinette, Wisconsin He attended Marinette H. S., captain of football team and boxer; Green Bay Golden Glove champion, 212-11, first bout in Chicago at age 17, made it to national quarter finals in ‘35-‘37, finalist in ‘38 at Chicago (lost to Jimmy Reaves from Cleveland); resided with his sister on Rt. 1 (Hwy. 30), Waukesha, WI and worked for Wilbur Lumber Co. ‘38-‘39 before returning to Marinette; enlisted in Co. A, 127^TH Inf., Wis. Nat. Guard, Marinette, WI on 9 Sep. ‘40; Pvt. when mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20645868; competed in Div. boxing matches, Div. heavyweight champion for 4 years, ca. ‘41-‘44; Sixth Army heavyweight champion in ‘44; earned Silver Star for his actions 14 May ‘44 at Marubian, New Guinea, he crawled 100 yards under heavy fire to rescue a wounded Soldier, Pfc. Sammy Spilman had been shot in the legs and couldn’t move; WIA 15 May ‘44 near Marubian, New Guinea, hit in shoulder by machinegun bullet while chasing a Japanese soldier in attempt to take him prisoner; transferred to Camp Wolters, TX on 24 Dec. ‘44, assigned to Co. A, 62^D Bn., 11^TH Regt., a training unit; coached Bn. boxing team, may have also competed, known as the ‘Malarious Mauler’; received his Silver Star, Purple Heart and CIB during ceremony at Camp Wolters, TX in Jan. ‘45; also earned Bronze Star at some point; 1 reference states he earned Silver Star w/OLC in lieu of DSC and Silver Star, I haven’t found any official information about 2nd Silver Star or DSC; promoted to T/Sgt. ca. 13 Apr. ‘45; re-enlisted on 25 Oct. ‘45 at Camp Wolters, TX; also served with Co. A, 54^TH Inf. Tng. Bn. at some point; married Julia or Julie Jarvis, father of 3; became police officer at Marinette, WI on 1 Feb. ‘47, retired 27 Dec. ‘57 due to health issues resulting from his wartime service; boxing instructor for youths of Marinette and Menominee; co-founder of Tri-City Handicappers Club in Dec. ‘59; member of American Legion and St. Anthony’s Church.	added 18 Mar. ’17 ; not HoH or HoV	BunaX
36.	*Eastwood, Howard M. Private, U.S. Army Company C, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Howard M. Eastwood (ASN: 38063831), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Eastwood's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 9 (1943) Born: 12 January 1920 at Oklahoma Home of Record: Garvin County, Oklahoma Death: 26 November 1942 Interred: Status: KIA Entered service 17 Jan. '42 at Ft. Sill, OK; interred at Fort Gibson National Cemetery, Fort Gibson, OK; also awarded the Purple Heart.		BunaX
37.	Eoff, Gordon Wayne Private, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Gordon W. Eoff, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Eoff's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 23 August 1918 at Belafonte, Arkansas Home of Record: Arkansas Death: 26 April 1963 at Little Rock, Arkansas Interred: Huie Cemetery, Clinton, Arkansas		BunaX
38.	*Estrada, Bernardino Y. ‘Ben’ (Bernadino) Private, U.S. Army Company E, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Bernadino Y. Estrada (ASN: 38070627), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Estrada’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Pvt. Estrada earned the DSC for his efforts to eliminate a key Japanese bunker near the Coconut Grove at Buna on 16 December 1942. His citation was summarized in the Arizona Republic on 3 May '43: “General MacArthur cited Private Estrada for extraordinary heroism during an infantry company’s attack against prepared enemy positions December 16. Estrada advanced alone over open ground to within 20 yards of an enemy pillbox, which he attacked with grenades and rifle fire. When his unit advanced to that position, Estrada again took the lead in clearing out Japanese dugouts. He was killed while voluntarily engaged in clearing out the last enemy position.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 9 (19 January 1943) Born: 1916 (1915) near Vail, Arizona Home of Record: Vail, Arizona Death: 16 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Hispanic American; cast as an extra in Arizona, starring Jean Arthur and William Holden, which was filmed at several locations in and around Tucson and other locales in AZ; worked as carpenter at Ft. Huachuca, AZ; entered service at Ft. Bliss, TX on 8 Jan. ‘42; SN 38070627; also earned Purple Heart; mother received DSC from Col. Edwin N. Hardy, Cdr. of Ft. Huachuca, AZ, during a large ceremony at the post on 17 Jul. ‘43, 5,000 people attended; Hispanic Americans from Pima Co., AZ, purchased $180,000-worth of war bonds for a B-25 ‘Mitchell’ built to honor Pvt. Estrada; namesake of Cocio-Estrada Post No. 59 of American Legion, Tucson, AZ.		BunaX
39.	*Fale, William F. Sergeant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant William F. Fale (ASN: 36204872), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Sergeant Fale's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (1943) Born: 3 June 1913 Home of Record: Sheboygan County, Wisconsin Death: 26 December 1942 Interred: Greendale Cemetery, Kohler, WI Status: KIA Entered service 21 Mar. '41; also awarded Purple Heart.		BunaX
40.	*Fernandez, Henry Private First Class, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Henry Fernandez (ASN: 39131885), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 March 1945. Private First Class Fernandez's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 204 (1945) Born: 6 January 1925 Home of Record: Santa Clara, California Death: 21 March 1945 Interred: Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, California Status: KIA	added 9 Jan. ‘13	VVTX
41.	Fierman, Robert L. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army __, __, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 March 1945 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Robert L. Fierman (ASN: 0-1178471), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces near Colibong, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 21 March 1945. During a savage Japanese counterattack, Lieutenant Fierman, an artillery observer, was stationed in an exposed forward position which soon became the focal point for concentrated enemy fire. Disregarding the pleas of his men that he take cover in a foxhole, he remained in the open, the better to direct his artillery. With enemy artillery and mortar shells bursting around him he remained at his radio for twenty-five minutes, until struck by a shell fragment which flung him ten feet from the radio and wounded him seriously. Bleeding profusely and in great pain, he remained at his post, skillfully directing artillery fire, until a withdrawal was begun to another position. Only then did he allow his serious wound to be dressed. Through his outstanding heroism in the face of grave danger and his high devotion to duty, Lieutenant Fierman was instrumental in causing many losses among the Japanese forces and protecting the successful withdrawal of his battalion to a more advantageous position. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 49 (14 July 1945) Born: 27 January 1921 Home of Record: New York, New York Death: 20 March 1996 at Great Barrington, Massachusetts Interred: He completed OCS 10 Dec. ‘42 to 4 Mar. ‘43; commissioned 2d Lt., FA; SN O-1178471; served with 32^D Div.; New Guinea, Philippines; also earned Silver Star, Purple Heart w/OLC; attained rank of Capt.; married Mary ‘Mickey’; worked as an actor and behind the scenes on Broadway in New York, including Come Marching Home, The Eagle Has Two Heads; worked in advertising for Foote, Cone & Belding; worked for NBC-TV WJW, unit manager of The Aldrich Family, Lights Out, Cameo Theater, Fireside Theater, Mr. Peepers, Armstrong Circle Theater, Hallmark Summer Theater, and Your Prize Story; producer of Colgate Summer Comedy Hour; joined WRTV, Asbury Park, NJ, on temp. assignment as television programming consultant ca. Jul. ‘53, returned to west coast that fall; produced commercials, industrial films and documentaries for MGM and Cascade Productions of Calif.; moved back to New York, NY and owned International Film Sales and Production Associates; he and his wife also owned Le Junque Shop in New York; moved to South Egremont, MA in ‘71, where he and his wife owned a pair of gift-book-clothing shops.	added 23 Apr. ‘17	VVTX
42.	Fisher, Albert L. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company I, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Albert L. Fisher, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private First Class Fisher's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PFC Fisher, “who had been evacuated for treatment of his wounds to a point just behind the front line, saw two men of his unit lying wounded in an area swept by enemy fire. Disregarding his wounds and the continuing enemy fire, Fisher crawled into the open and dragged both men to safety.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 1916 Home of Record: Indiana Death: 1989 Interred: WIA 24 Dec. '42.		BunaX
43.	Fraser, Powell Alexander First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company E, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 11 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Powell A. Fraser, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Fraser’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, 1st Lt. Fraser earned the Distinguished Service Cross was for his unit’s heavy weapon support of the assault crossing of Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943, which enabled the continued advance of the 127^TH Infantry. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (1943) Born: 30 May 1918 at Brunswick, Georgia Home of Record: Brunswick, Georgia Death: 23 October 2005 Interred: Mount Hope Cemetery, Florence, South Carolina He graduated Presbyterian College in ‘41, ROTC, played football; commissioned 2d Lt., Inf., on 2 Jun. ‘41; SN O-34889; Lt. Col. and Cdr. of 1^ST Bn., 127^TH Inf. at Luzon and Army of Occupation; also earned Silver Star, Bronze Star w/3 OLC; assigned professor of military science at Presbyterian College ‘46-‘50; Cdr. of 2^D Battle Grp., 13^TH Inf., Ft. Carson, CO; served as military advisor to Gen. Chiang Kai-shek at Formosa ca. ‘61; retired as Col. in ‘65; an article in Time on 13 Aug. ‘45, attributed to the Army Public Relations Office, stated he served “more hours under fire during World War II than any other officer who served in the U. S. Armed forces”; married, father of 4, son Powell A., Jr., retired as Navy Capt.; founder of Military Protestant Men of the Chapel; organizer of Presbyterian Men of the Church; voted National Outstanding Presbyterian Layman of the Year; served as Director of Development at Presbyterian College; President of King College, Bristol, TN; founded Christian Faith and Economic Values Forum; awarded Honorary Doctor of Humanities from King College and Presbyterian College; inducted into Presbyterian College ROTC Hall of Fame; resided at Hilton Head, SC.		BunaX
44.	Fulmer, Talley (Tally) Doyle Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 31 December 1942 & 11 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Second Lieutenant Tally D. Fulmer, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 31 December 1942 to 11 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Second Lieutenant Fulmer's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, part of the reason 2LT Fulmer earned the Distinguished Service Cross was for his leadership during the assault crossing of Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943, which enabled the continued advance of the 127^TH Infantry. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 23 July 1917 at Saluda County, South Carolina Home of Record: South Carolina Death: 4 February 2000 at Greenville, South Carolina Interred: Wood Memorial Park, Duncan, South Carolina Was 1LT and Cdr. of Co. C, 127^TH Inf. for the 11 Jan. '43 event.		BunaX
45.	Funk, Chester C. Sergeant, U.S. Army Cannon Company, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23 & 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Chester C. Funk, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Cannon Company, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 and 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. Private Funk's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, part of the reason SGT Funk was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross was for his actions on 23-24 December 1942 in the Sanananda area when he, although already WIA, singlehandedly defended a sap against repeated enemy attacks throughout the night. The sap had been dug to within a short distance of an enemy trench near the track junction, with the hope that it could be used to successfully assault the trench. The next morning, 24 December, four soldiers did just that. The track junction was the point where the Killerton Trail met the Soputa-Sanananda Track. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 45 (1943) Born: 27 May 1918 Home of Record: Washington Death: 16 May 1999 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery		BunaX
46.	*Furr, William C. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 29 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant William C. Furr (ASN: 33637070), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 29 March 1945. Sergeant Furr's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 68 (1945) Born: 1911 at West Virginia Home of Record: Arlington Country, Virginia Death: 29 March 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Married; entered service 10 May '43 at Richmond, VA; SN 33637070; also earned Purple Heart.	added 4 Mar. ‘14	VVTX
47.	Gill, William Hanson Major General, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 April - 15 May 1945 Citation: According to Always a Commander…, Maj. Gen. Gill was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross “for extraordinary heroism in action at Luzon, Philippine Islands, from the 16th of April to the 15th of May, 1945. General Gill commanded an infantry division engaged in heavy fighting against strong enemy forces firmly entrenched in a series of strongly fortified positions in the Torricelli Mountains. Realizing the need for aggressive action and continuous pressure against the enemy, he frequently visited front line units where he directed the operations against important objectives. On May 3rd he went to an infantry observation post to direct an attack against a stubbornly defended hill and took a position two hundred yards from the area of heaviest fighting. Although fully exposed to enemy observation and subjected to heavy machine gun and sniper fire, he remained at his position and directed the action so that the enemy defenses were penetrated and destroyed and the battalion’s objective obtained. The courageous leadership displayed by Gen. Gill and his calm determination while directing operations under enemy fire contributed markedly to the success of his division in the Luzon campaign. By command of Gen. MacArthur.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 141 (1945) 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; 21^ST Inf., Vancouver Barracks, WA; transferred to 8^TH Inf., Ft. William McKinnley, Luzon, Philippines, summer of ‘15; promoted 1st Lt. on 1 Jul. ‘16; promoted Capt. on 15 May ‘17; transferred to 5^TH Div., Ft. Logan, TX; promoted Maj. (Nat. Army) on 7 Jun. ‘18; Cdr. of 1^ST Bn., 6^TH 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 2^D Bn., 30^TH 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 1^ST Bn., 29^TH Inf., Ft. Benning, GA, to ‘36; assigned XO, 27^TH Inf., Schofield Barracks, HI, in Dec. ‘36, temp. cdr. Aug.-Oct. ‘38; ROTC, U. of Cal., Berkeley, to May ‘40; assigned CoS, 8^TH Div.; promoted Col. (AUS) 16 Oct. ‘40; transferred to 28^TH Div. in Oct. ‘41; promoted Brig. Gen. (AUS) on 31 Oct. (1 Nov., 5 Nov.) ‘41, Cdr. of 55^TH Bde., 28^TH Div.; Asst. Div. Cdr., 28^TH Div., Jan. ‘42; promoted Maj. Gen. (AUS) on 24 May ‘42; assigned Cdr. of 89^TH Div., Camp Carson, CO, in Jun. ‘42; assumed command of 32^D 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; awarded OLC to Silver Star for “gallantry in action” at Leyte, Philippines 16 Nov.-22 Dec. ‘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; succeeded by Brig. Gen. Robert B. McBride, Jr., as Cdr. of 32^D 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	VVTX
48.	*Graber, Harold E. Private, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Harold E. Graber, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. Private Graber's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943) Born: 11 August 1917 Home of Record: Osceola County, Michigan (see below) Death: 5 December 1942 Interred: North Brinton Cemetery, Coldwater Township, Michigan Status: KIA Was PVT in Co. E, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Big Rapids, MI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; the book Papuan Campaign and his DSC information list his home of record as TN, however, according to his enlistment record and census data, he was born in MI and did not appear to have ties to TN.		BunaX
49.	Gray, Charles H. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Company A, 114^TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Technician Fifth Grade Charles H. Gray, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Technician Fifth Grade Gray's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Tec. 5 Gray was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his role in attempting to repair a bridge, under fire, vital to the 127^TH Infantry’s attack on Buna Mission from Musita Island on 28 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 11 (January 22, 1943) Born: Home of Record: Massachusetts		BunaX
50.	Gray, Millard G. Captain, U.S. Army Headquarters, I Corps; temporarily assumed command of Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 to 1 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Millard G. Gray, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, I Corps, ADC, in action against enemy forces from 25 December 1942 to 1 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Captain Gray's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the I Corps, ADC, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 51 (1943) Born: Home of Record: Indiana Assigned to HQ, I Corps; temporarily assumed command of Co. C, 127^TH Inf., after death of its Cdr., CPT James W. Workman, on 25 Dec. '42 near Buna.		BunaX
51.	Grose, John E. Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, I Corps; temporarily assumed command of 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Colonel John E. Grose, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, I Corps, in action against enemy forces on 2 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Colonel Grose's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the I Corps, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 4 (1943) Born: Home of Record: Sutton, West Virginia Assigned to HQ, I Corps; temporarily assumed command of 127^TH Inf. mid-Dec. '42 to mid-Jan. '43.		BunaX
52.	Hangartner, Elmer R. Private, U.S. Army Company H, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Elmer R. Hangartner, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Hangartner's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Hangartner was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his role in attempting to repair a bridge, under fire, vital to the 127^TH Infantry’s attack on Buna Mission from Musita Island on 28 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 11 (January 22, 1943) Born: 13 July 1909 at Wisconsin Home of Record: Wisconsin Death: 21 July 1994 at Fairfield, California Interred: Skyview Memorial Lawn, Vallejo, California Lived at Altoona, WI, at some point in his life; entered service 28 Apr. '41 at Detroit, MI; last name spelled 'Hangarten' in Victory in Papua and a few other references.		BunaX
53.	Hantelmann, Harold Elwood Captain, U.S. Army 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 1-3 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Harold Elwood Hantelmann, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 1 to 3 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Captain Hantelmann's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943) Born: 11 April 1910 at Dubuque, Iowa Home of Record: Iowa Death: 10 November 2002 at Dubuque, Iowa Interred: Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West, Iowa Played football for U. of Iowa; nicknamed 'Blackie' by some for his black beard; nicknamed 'Handy' by others; other awards include 2 Bronze Stars and 2 Purple Hearts; one Purple Heart when WIA in the head by a sniper; another Purple Heart when WIA by shrapnel in the leg; served with Army of Occupation in Japan; left Army as COL.		BunaX
54.	Harbert, John E. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Ordnance Corps) John E. Harbert (ASN: 0-408634), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November [1942], near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. When enemy airplanes attacked and set fire to a small ship, First Lieutenant Harbert organized a party of men to pull to shore a barge loaded with men and ammunition. Throughout repeated strafing by hostile planes, he refused to take cover and continued his efforts. When flaming debris from explosions of munitions aboard the ship fell on the barge, he remained aboard and personally assisted in throwing the fragments overboard and in extinguishing the flames. His courage and calmness set a heroic example to men who had sought cover and so steadied and inspired them that work was resumed and the unloading of the badly needed ammunition on the barge was successfully accomplished. First Lieutenant Harbert’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 13 January 1916 at Independence, Kansas Home of Record: Mount Vernon, Washington Death: 2 March 2004 at Mount Vernon, Washington Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Was Cpl. in l07^TH Ord. Co., Michigan National Guard, at Pontiac, MI, when 32^D Div. was mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; received direct commission to ordnance lieutenant due to his background; Maj. and commander of 732^D Ordnance Light Maintenance Company on Leyte; as Lt Col. was co-inventor of a field expedient “mortar-cannon” (nicknamed “Whizz Bang”) which the 32^D Div. used on Luzon to blast Japanese out of caves; served during Korean War; served during Vietnam War; retired as Col. in ‘68; inducted in Army Ordnance Corps Hall of Fame in ‘84; other awards include Legion of Merit w/2 OLC, Soldiers Medal, and Bronze Star.		BunaX
55.	Hess, George J. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company A, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division (company is presumed, then 2d Lt. Hess was assigned to Co. A when he earned Silver Star at Buna) Date of Action: 28 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) George J. Hess, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 28 January 1944. First Lieutenant Hess’ intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” His actions were described by Robert J. Doyle in a pair of war-time dispatches filed from New Guinea on 3 and 4 Feb. ‘44. First Lt. Hess earned the DSC for his actions as co-leader of 50-may patrol from 1^ST Bn., 128^TH 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 split into three groups while it worked its way back to friendly lines on the east side of the river. His group was evacuating 1 WIA and 2 KIA and became isolated on north bank of Mot River. At least twice he was nearly swept away while trying to carry a rope across the raging river, so his men could attempt to get back to the friendly side. The patrol killed 43 Japanese soldiers, but suffered 8 killed, 6 MIA, and 9 WIA. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 64 (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., 128^TH Inf., at Edgerton, WI when 32^D 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; earned Silver Star for his actions Christmas Day ‘42 at Buna; promoted to 1st Lt.; promoted Capt. ca. Aug. ‘44; also earned Bronze Star w/2 OLC during WWII; stationed at Giesen, Germany with 4^TH 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	SaidorX
56.	Hettinger, John Adams Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 27 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Colonel (Cavalry) John A. Hettinger (ASN: 0-5895), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 27 March 1945. Colonel Hettinger’s outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 95 (1945) Born: 12 February 1893 Home of Record: Reno County, Kansas Death: 27 March 1945 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Status: KIA Son of James and Lula (Adams) Hettinger, 615 Sherman East, Hutchinson, KS; attended Ohio Wesleyan U. ca. ‘13; attended U. of Kans., School of Law, ca. ‘16; married Frances Oppenheimer, father of John A., Jr., David A.; hometown Colorado Springs, CO; enlisted in Kans. NG, Co. E at Hutchinson, KS, likely 2^D Kans. Inf.; served during WWI; commissioned at some point; Capt. and Cdr. of Btry. E, 76^TH FA Regt., 3^D Div. during Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne; transferred to HQ, 2^D Bn., 76^TH FA Regt.; WIA, gassed, at Montfaucon, listed on 31 Jan. ‘19 casualty list; earned Purple Heart; Roll of Honor of the 76th U.S. Field Artillery states he earned DSC for his actions at Montfaucon and later at Bois de Remoiville on 10 Nov. ‘18 and earned DSM for his actions at Louppy on 10 Nov. ‘18; 32D ID WWII states he earned Silver Star; I haven’t found any additional information about his WWI awards; stationed at Ft. Sam Houston, TX ca. ‘30; Maj. Gen. William H. Gill’s Chief of Staff when he assumed cmd. of 32^D Div. 1 Mar. ‘43; assumed cmd. of 128^TH Inf. in Aug. ‘44, succeeded Lt. Col. Herbert A. Smith; KIA 27 Mar. ‘45 by artillery shell on the Villa Verde Trail on Luzon at age 52; he was observing the action along the front line in the 3^D Bn. sector when a Japanese artillery barrage opened up, he and his jeep driver sought cover in an old gun position, reinforced with sandbags, it received a direct hit and both were KIA; sons John A., Jr., and David A. both served in Army and attained rank of Lt. Col.	added 13 Dec. ‘16	VVTX
57.	*Hill, Van William Private First Class, U.S. Army Company A, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Van William Hill (ASN: 37102849), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 January 1944. Private First Class Hill's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” PFC Hill almost certainly earned the DSC 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 likely a member of 50-man patrol from 1^ST Bn., 128^TH 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 probably a member of 1LT George J. Hess’ group after it became isolated on north bank of Mot River. He likely was 1 of the 6 who volunteered to stay with the wounded and dead in order that the others could escape, or he was 1 of those wounded or dead. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 129 (1944) Born: 1915 Home of Record: Craighead County, Arkansas Death: 28 January 1944 at Teterei, near Saidor, New Guinea Interred: memorialized on Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery Status: MIA He entered service 10 Jul. '42 at Little Rock, AR; SN 37102849; FOD 17 Jan. '46; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart; also memorialized at Macey Cemetery, Monette, AR.	added 12 Mar. ‘14	SaidorX
58.	Howe, Merle Henry Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lieutenant Colonel (General Staff Corps) Merle H. Howe (ASN: 0-131962), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with [Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division], in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, near Buna, New Guinea. During an attack on Buna Village, when men of a rifle company short of Company officers were checked by heavy small arms and mortar fire at close range, Lieutenant Colonel Howe personally exposed himself to the enemy fire, moving among the advanced groups and encouraging the men to resume the attack. He led them in an attack, gaining ground which, held and consolidated, assisted materially in an advance on the succeeding day. Lieutenant Colonel Howe’s outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” Transcripts of the citation list unit as HQ, 128^TH Inf. Regt., but he was assigned to HQ, 32^D Div. at the time of the event. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 11 April 1896 at Mount Pleasant, Michigan Home of record: Mount Pleasant, Michigan Death: 30 August 1945 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Howe, Merle Henry Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 11 May 1945 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross to Colonel (Infantry) Merle H. Howe (ASN: 0-131962), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 May 1945 at Luzon, Philippine Islands. During the fighting along the Villa Verde Trail, Colonel Howe, commanding an infantry regiment, went forward to a battalion position to observe the operations of forward elements. Shortly afterward he accompanied an advance patrol which was reconnoitering a route for tanks along the slope of a hill. Half of the patrol had traversed a narrow ravine when the enemy suddenly opened fire from concealed positions and seriously wounded a man directly in front of Colonel Howe. Taking charge of the patrol, immediately Colonel Howe sent two men forward to evacuate the casualty, and then directed covering fire into caves from which the enemy had fired. After directing removal of the wounded man to safety, he organized the patrol for sealing the caves, but was soon wounded by enemy mortar fire directed on the group. Despite the intense enemy fire he refused first aid, continued to direct the demolition squad in finding a route of approach to the caves, and assisted in providing covering fire while the caves were closed with pole charges. Under his direction five caves were sealed and over thirty enemy killed. Colonel Howe, by his quick and heroic action and his effective employment of the few troops at his disposal, prevented numerous casualties, extricated his men from a grave situation, and inflicted many losses on the enemy. His outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 53 (1945) Born: 11 April 1896 at Mount Pleasant, Michigan Home of record: Mount Pleasant, Michigan 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 3^D Co., 10^TH Regt.; SN O-131962; attended School of Military Aeronautics at U. of Ill., Champaign, IL; assigned to 1^ST Cadet Sqdn. at Belleville, IL; 1st Lt. assigned to 158^TH Aero Sqdn. (158^TH 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., 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, Grand Rapids, MI ca. ‘25; promoted Capt. on 7 Jul. ‘25 or ‘26; Cdr. of Co. K, 126^TH Inf., at Grand Rapids, MI, on 15 Oct. ‘40; Lt. Col. and G-3, 32^D Div. by start of Buna; WIA 5 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; assumed cmd. of 127^TH Inf. on 14 Jan. ‘43; earned Silver Star for his actions 16 Jan. ‘43 near Tarakena, New Guinea; earned OLC to Silver Star for his actions near Giruwa, New Guinea, 19 Jan. ‘43; earned Bronze Star at Aitape; assumed cmd. of 126^TH Inf. on 5 Mar. ‘45; assumed cmd. of 128^TH Inf. on 28 Mar. ‘45; 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 32^D 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 126^TH Inf., Mich. Nat. Guard, in the ‘50s.		BunaX VVTX
59.	Huggins, Meredith Miller ‘Hug’ Captain, U.S. Army Headquarters, 3^D Battalion, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 1 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Meredith M. Huggins, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign near Sanananda, New Guinea. Captain Huggins’ outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” An excerpt of Capt. Huggins’ citation was published in the Dec. ’43 issue of The Phi Gamma Delta, and read: “For extraordinary heroism in action near Sanananda, New Guinea, on 1 December 1942. Captain Huggins successfully led a party through enemy-infested terrain to the assistance of an isolated force which was holding an important position behind the enemy lines. Shortly after the arrival of his party, a strong attack by the enemy was repulsed. During this action the commanding officer was killed. Captain Huggins assumed command and expertly deployed his men to the best advantage. In so doing he exposed himself to heavy enemy fire and sustained a gunshot wound. Although his force was completely surrounded by the enemy, Captain Huggins inspired his men by the example of his courage and by skillful tactics succeeded in holding the position until relief was effected. His courageous leadership saved a most precarious situation.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 28 (1943) Born: 19 January 1915 Oakes, North Dakota Home of record: Salem, Oregon 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 126^TH 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 3^D Bn., 126^TH 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; also earned Silver Star for his actions near Buna; was a Maj. with 126^TH 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 32^D 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.		BunaX
60.	Hunt, James I. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2-5 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Infantry) James I. Hunt (ASN: 0-450276), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Anti-Tank Platoon of Headquarters Company, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 2 to 5 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. While leading his platoon in an attack on Buna Village, First Lieutenant Hunt, when the attack was checked by hostile fire, crawled forward without regard to his personal safety and threw a hand grenade into an enemy machine gun emplacement. Although wounded above the knee during this action, he continued to lead his platoon in the attack. Evacuated two days later because of his wound, he voluntarily returned to duty with his unit the following day, although the bullet had not been removed and his hospitalization was recommended. First Lieutenant Hunt's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (January 1, 1943) Born: 28 April 1914 at Lima, Ohio Home of record: Lima, Ohio Death: 1 September 2006 Interred:		BunaX
61.	*Johnson, Earl W. Private, U.S. Army Company M, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23-31 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Earl W. Johnson, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 23 to 31 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Johnson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” His citation was summarized to state “Johnson “manned a machine gun in a tree-top during an attack by his company” at Buna. Though painfully wounded in the face and neck, he continued firing until the engagement ended. A few days later, Johnson and his squad were pinned down in an advanced position by “heavy grenading and snipers.” As the squad attempted to withdraw, he covered them, firing on the Japanese, killing five and enabling the squad to move to safety. Again Johnson was wounded; a few days later he died.” That summary was written by Carl M. Becker in his book Miamisburg in World War II - The Soldiers and Sailors of an American Community. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: 1920 Home of record: Miamisburg, Ohio Death: 31 December 1942 Interred: Status: KIA He was born in 1920 at KY, but he resided at Montgomery Co., OH, when he entered the service on 13 Dec. '41 at Ft. Thomas, KY; WIA at least twice.		BunaX
62.	Johnson, Maro P. ‘Spud’ Private, U.S. Army Company A, 107^TH Quartermaster Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private Maro P. Johnson, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 107th Quartermaster Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. When enemy airplanes attacked and set fire to a number of small ships carrying United States Army personnel and supplies, Private Johnson courageously volunteered as a member of a rescue party without regard for his own safety. With the party, he boarded a small coastal vessel which proceeded to the aid of personnel from the blazing ships. In spite of repeated enemy bombing and strafing attacks, the party continued its search for survivors until long after dark. Private Johnson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 31 May 1919 at Illinois Home of record: Illinois Death: 26 February 2002 at Sebring, Florida Interred: Arlington National Cemetery		BunaX
63.	Judd, Raymond R. Private, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 12 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Raymond R. Judd, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. Private Judd's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Judd earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his role among a small group of volunteers who endeavored, under fire, to string a guide cable across Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943. The creek’s current was very swift; the guide cable was needed to enable assault boats to cross the creek and continue the 127^TH Infantry’s advance. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: Home of record: Ohio		BunaX
64.	Knode, Thomas E. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Thomas E. Knode, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Knode's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (December 28, 1942) Born: 17 November 1915 at Soledad, California Home of record: North Dakota (entered service from Washington D.C.) Attended Augusta Military Academy, Fort Defiance, VA; also studied at Columbus U. and Temple Business School in D.C.; entered service Mar. '42 at Washington D.C. and commissioned 2LT; was offered desk job in Army radio due to his employment in media before the war, but turned it down; WIA twice at Buna, 2nd time a bullet shattered bones in his foot; after 11 months in hospitals he was retired as CPT in Nov. '43; returned home and worked in media again; father was in Army Air Service during WWI.		BunaX
65.	*Lamb, George F. Private First Class, U.S. Army __, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 March to 9 April 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class George F. Lamb (ASN: 34378104), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 28 March 1945 to 9 April 1945. Private First Class Lamb's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Born: 1922 at Tennessee Home of record: Campbell County, Tennessee Death: 9 April 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He entered service 17 Oct. '42 at Ft. Oglethorpe, GA; SN 34378104; also earned Purple Heart.	added 4 Apr. ‘14	VVTX
66.	Leland, Delos A. Corporal, U.S. Army Company C, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 19 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Corporal Delos A. Leland, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces during World War II. Corporal Leland's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle in a war-time dispatch on 29 May 1943, “When wounded in the shoulder by a sniper while in a platoon leading an attack on Cape Endaiadere on Nov. 19, he spotted and knocked the sniper out of a tree, then charged again until wounded in the hip. Unable to walk, he crawled forward and wiped out the machine gun and its crew with hand grenades.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (1943) Born: 16 December 1922 Home of record: Marshfield, Wisconsin (sometimes listed as Alexandria, Louisiana) Death: 6 October 1999 at Alexandria, Louisiana Interred: Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Pineville, Louisiana He was a PFC in Co. C, 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Marshfield, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.	added 2 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
67.	*Lincoln, Boyd L. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 30 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Boyd L. Lincoln (ASN: 20634803), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. Sergeant Lincoln's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943) Born: 1920 at Michigan Home of record: Mecosta County, Michigan Death: 30 November 1942 Interred: memorialized on Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery Status: MIA Was PFC in Co. E, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Big Rapids, MI, when the 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; was also awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.		BunaX
68.	Lutjens, Paul R. Second Lieutenant (then First Sergeant), U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Sergeant Paul R. Lutjens, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. First Sergeant Lutjens' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 62 (1942) Born: Home of record: Michigan Was SGT in Co. E, 126^TH Inf. (Mich. NG) at Big Rapids, MI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; bestowed DSC for his actions as 1SG on 5 Dec. '42 near Buna; WIA 5 Dec. '42; contracted Malaria; continued service after the war; member of Army Military Intelligence Hall of Fame; attained rank of COL.		BunaX
69.	MacGowan, John R. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant John R. MacGowan, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. Staff Sergeant MacGowan's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, SSG MacGowen was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on 16 November 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1 January 1943) Born: Home of record: Beloit, Wisconsin Was a PVT in Co. L, 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Beloit, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
70.	MacNab, Alexander J. Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 10 December 1942 to 3 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Alexander J. MacNab, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 10 December 1942 to 3 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Lieutenant Colonel MacNab's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: Home of record: Vermont		BunaX
71.	MacNider, Hanford ‘Jack’ Brigadier General, U.S. Army Headquarters, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: likely circa 23 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Brigadier General Hanford MacNider, United States Army, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces during World War II. Brigadier General MacNider's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 12 (1943) Born: 2 October 1889 Mason City, Iowa Home of record: Mason City, Iowa Death: 18 February 1968 in Florida Interred: Attended Milton Academy, Milton, MA; graduated Harvard in '11; joined Iowa National Guard ca. '16 and served during Mexican Border Crisis with 2^D Iowa Inf.; began WWI as a 1LT in the 9^TH Inf., 2^D Div.; arrived in France in Sep. '17; WIA at St. Mihiel; ended the war as LTC; after the war back in Iowa, was elected state commander of the American Legion in '20; national commander in '21; President Coolidge appointed him assistant secretary of war, served from '25 to '28 (MAJ Dwight D. Eisenhower was his executive assistant); President Hoover appointed him envoy to Canada from '30 to '32; returned to active military service after Pearl Harbor; promoted to BG on 17 Aug. '42; with G-4 Section at GHQ SWPA until MacArthur attached him to 32^D Div.; MG Harding assigned him as commander of Warren Force at Buna; WIA 23 Nov. '42 at Buna; after lengthy recuperation he returned to duty, but with a different unit; retired from military in 1951 as a MG; awards include 3 Distinguished Service Crosses, Distinguished Service Medal, 3 Silver Stars, Legion of Merit, 2 Bronze Stars, 2 Purple Hearts, French Legion of Honor, Croix de Guerre with palm, and the Italian War Cross; passed away 18 Feb. 1968 while vacationing in FL; some say he was interred at Elmwood-Saint Joseph Cemetery, Mason City, IA; others say he was cremated and his ashes scattered in an unknown location.		BunaX
72.	Marion, Lawrence B. Private, U.S. Army Company M, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Lawrence B. Marion, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. Private Marion advanced through heavy machine gun fire and attacked a section of enemy trenches with hand grenades and enabled the unit to consolidate its position. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Marion was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on 24 December 1942 in the Sanananda area when he and three other soldiers assaulted an enemy trench near the track junction and held it until they could be reinforced. The track junction was the point where the Killerton Trail met the Soputa-Sanananda Track. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: Home of record: Michigan Death: 1988 Interred: He was a CPL in Co. H, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Iona, MI, when the 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
73.	Martin, Clarence A. Colonel, U.S. Army 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 3 December 1942 to 5 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Colonel (Infantry) Clarence A. Martin, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 3 December 1942 to 5 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Colonel Martin’s outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (1943) Born: Home of record: Columbia, South Carolina Col. assigned to HQ, I Corps, as G-3 until he assumed command of 128^TH Inf. ca. 2 Dec. ‘42; earned OLC to Silver Star for his actions 2 Dec. ‘42 (first Silver Star in WWI); 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 31^ST Div. ca. Sep. ‘44.		BunaX
74.	Matz, Frederick W. ‘Fred’ Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company L, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Fred W. Matz, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Second Lieutenant Matz's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The action was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, Milwaukee Journal, 26 June 1943, “When his mortar platoon assisting riflemen in an attack was halted by enemy fire, Matz advanced alone and knocked out the enemy pillboxes. Though wounded he continued to press forward. Wounded again when the enemy counterattacked, Matz sent back his men and remained with one soldier unable to walk. Matz and the other soldier were given up for dead but reached their own lines Jan. 2 when Buna Mission fell. Matz has recovered from his wounds.” Some references list Cpl. William M. Gleason as the other Soldier with Lt. Matz. Some references state the other Soldier was Sgt. Frank D. Duket, who reportedly earned the Distinguished Service Cross during the same event. The men he ordered back included Sgt. Walter Wachowiak, Cpl. Harold Dolson, Pfc. Elmer J. Amore, Pvt. William Richman, Pfc. Amore was KIA a few days later. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 25 November 1921 at Marinette County, Wisconsin Home of record: Marinette, Wisconsin Death: 3 January 1999 at Marinette, Wisconsin Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Family resided at Peshtigo, WI at ‘30 census; family resided at Marinette, WI at ‘40 census; graduated high school in ‘40, was Cpl. in Co. A, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Marinette, WI, on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20645837; got married on 14 Jan. ‘42 at Alexandria, LA; commissioned 2d Lt. at some point; transferred to Co. L, 127^TH Inf.; WIA at least twice (once reportedly by friendly artillery on 24 Dec. '42 near Buna); promoted to 1st Lt.; earned Purple Heart w/OLC; member of United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Local 1246, Marinette, WI, received 30-year pin in Jun. ‘77; resided at Menominee, MI at some point; there was an effort to name the VA Clinic at Menominee, MI, after him.		BunaX
75.	McAllister, Homer W. Private, U.S. Army Company A, 107^TH Quartermaster Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Homer W. McAllister, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 107th Quartermaster Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Cape Sudest, New Guinea. Private McAllister's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Pvt. McAllister was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on 16 November 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: Home of record: South Carolina		BunaX
76.	McCampbell, Robert P. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army 2^D Battalion, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 27 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Robert P. McCampbell, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. First Lieutenant McCampbell's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: Home of record: Nebraska		BunaX
77.	McCreary, Melvin Leslie Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Division Artillery, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery) Melvin L. McCreary, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, Division Artillery, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. While directing mortar fire from observation posts in the front lines, Lieutenant Colonel McCreary entered and remained at these posts, which were under direct enemy fire, with complete disregard for his personal safety. When wounded by a fragment from an enemy mortar shell, Lieutenant Colonel McCreary returned to his observation post after having the wound bandaged and remained there for about six hours until his evacuation was ordered. Lieutenant Colonel McCreary's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 2 (1943) Born: 8 July 1892 at Leesport, Ohio Home of record: Youngstown, Ohio Death: 29 March 1983 at Los Angeles, California Interred: Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Hollywood Hills), Los Angeles, California Attended College of Law at Ohio State U. ca. '16; lived in Freeport, OH, when he entered service; enlisted in Co. L, 7^TH Ohio Inf. (Ohio National Guard) 13 Jul. '14; commissioned 2LT of Arty. 15 Aug. '17; 1LT with 8^TH FA Regt. during WWI; served overseas with AEF 18 Aug. '18 to 29 Jul. '19; joined RA after war; CPT in 3^D FA Regt. at Fort Benjamin Harrison, IN, in '24; was Army Instructor assigned to the 128^TH Inf. (WNG) ca. 1920-30; was Army Instructor assigned to WNG artillery units in Milwaukee for 3 years before the war; Cdr. of 121^ST FA Bn. after Div. was triangularized Feb. '42; became Cdr. of DIVARTY early Dec. '42.		BunaX
78.	McDonough, Bart T. Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army Company A, 114^TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Technician Fifth Grade Bart T. McDonough, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Technician Fifth Grade McDonough's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Tec. 5 McDonough was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his role in attempting to repair a bridge, under fire, vital to the 127^TH Infantry’s attack on Buna Mission from Musita Island on 28 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 11 (January 22, 1943) Born: 1909 at Massachusetts Home of record: Reading, Massachusetts		BunaX
79.	McGee, Robert R. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company L, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 23 to 28 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Robert R. McGee, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 23 to 28 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. Sergeant McGee's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: Home of record: Michigan Was a CPL in Co. L, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Grand Rapids, MI, when the 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
80.	Melanson, Arthur J., Jr. Private, U.S. Army Company A, 114^TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Arthur Melanson, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Melanson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Melanson was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his role in attempting to repair a bridge, under fire, vital to the 127^TH Infantry’s attack on Buna Mission from Musita Island on 28 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Strategic Forces in Europe, General Orders No. 25 (1944) Born: 30 September 1920 at Massachusetts Home of record: Lynn, Massachusetts Death: 20 January 1988 Interred: Pine Grove Cemetery, Lynn, Massachusetts Was a member of the Massachusetts National Guard.		BunaX
81.	Meyer, Charles Robert ‘Monk’ Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Headquarters, 2^D Battalion, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 6 May 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Lieutenant Colonel Charles Robert Meyer (ASN: 0-20762), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 May 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Meyer’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 51 (1945) Born: 1 May 1911 at U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York Home of record: Death: 11 August 2001 Interred: U.S. Military Academy Cemetery at West Point, New York Son of Col. and Mrs. C. B. Meyer; graduated USMA at West Point, Class of ‘37; lettered in lacrosse, football, and basketball (famous for his football skills at West Point, All-American); served with 35^TH Inf., Schofield Barracks, HI, Jun. ‘39-Jun. ‘42; assigned Cdr., 2^D Bn., 127^TH Inf. in Jul. ‘44; awarded Bronze Star for his actions at Limon, Leyte; slightly WIA by shrapnel at Leyte; according to Red Arrow Men, he was WIA while personally attacking a Japanese-held cave on Luzon with grenades and TNT (this may be the basis for his DSC); awarded 2 Silver Stars ca. ‘45; earned at least 2 Purple Hearts during WWII; assigned Asst. G-3, HQ, Sixth Army, in Jun. ‘45; returned to U.S. in ‘46 and assigned as instructor at Infantry School, Ft. Benning, GA; assigned as Infantry Advisor and Training Officer in Guatemala; assigned to Armed Forces Staff College; assigned to Office of Military Assistance, Office of Secretary of Defense, Washington, D.C.; also served in Korea and Vietnam; assigned Dep. CG for logistical support at Ft. Ord, CA ca. Jan. ‘67; awarded 2 DSMs as Brig. Gen. in ‘60s.	added 3 Feb. ‘13	VVTX
82.	Milby, Raymond Private First Class, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 12 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Raymond Milby, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. Private First Class Milby's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PFC Milby earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his role among a small group of volunteers who endeavored, under fire, to string a guide cable across Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943. The creek’s current was very swift; the guide cable was needed to enable assault boats to cross the creek and continue the 127^TH Infantry’s advance. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 1915 at Kentucky Home of record: Kentucky Death: 11 October 2005 at Louisville, Kentucky Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Louisville, Kentucky He entered the service 29 Nov. '41 at Ft. Benjamin Harrison IN; his other awards include the Bronze Star and at least one Purple Heart.		BunaX
83.	Miljatovich, Milan John Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company K, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant Milan J. Miljatovich, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Miljatovich's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, Milwaukee Journal, 26 June 1943, “Miljatovich commanded a platoon which was ordered to cross a creek in small canvas boats. The men were to be covered by an artillery barrage on enemy emplacements. Through error the boats were misdirected, and when Miljatovich neared the proper landing point the barrage had stopped. Japanese riflemen and machine gunners opened fire at close range. Miljatovich climbed into another boat when his leading boat sank and led his platoon into enemy fire. All boats were sunk and many men wounded. Miljatovich calmly reorganized his men while they swam in the creek and led them back to safety.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 13 December 1918 Home of record: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Death: 24 November 1984 Interred: Wood National Cemetery, Milwaukee, Wisconsin PVT in Co. K, 127^TH Inf. at Milwaukee, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
84.	*Mitchell, Harold L. Corporal, U.S. Army Company H, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 7 to 9 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Corporal Harold L. Mitchell, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 7 to 9 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Corporal Mitchell's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, CPL Mitchell was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions at “Bottcher's Corner” near Buna from 7 to 9 December 1942. On 7 December he detected a looming Japanese attack; singlehandedly foiled their attempt, and alerted his comrades. When the enemy attacked later, they were handily repulsed. On 9 December he captured a Japanese prisoner and brought him in for interrogation. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 3 (1943) Born: 5 May 1918 Home of record: Ionia, Michigan Death: 26 December 1942 in New Guinea Interred: Highland Park Cemetery, Ionia, Michigan Status: DOW He enlisted as a PVT in Co. H, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Ionia, MI, on 7 Jun. '36; he mobilized with that unit on 15 Oct. '40; he was promoted to SSG at some point; he was seriously WIA 19 Dec. '42 during an attack on the Triangle; he was awarded his DSC while he was in the hospital; his other awards include the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and CIB.		BunaX
85.	*Mittleberger, Earl Private First Class, U.S. Army Company A, 114^TH Engineer Combat Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Earl Mittleberger (ASN: 37039378), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Mittleberger's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PFC Mittleberger was posthumously bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his role, at the cost of his life, in attempting to repair a bridge, under fire, vital to the 127^TH Infantry’s attack on Buna Mission from Musita Island on 28 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 10 (1943) Born: Home of record: Scott County, Iowa Death: 28 December 1942 Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA		BunaX
86.	*Mullens, Donald W. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company E, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Donald W. Mullens (ASN: 37527078), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 March 1945. Private First Class Mullens' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 204 (1945) Born: 1923 at Kansas Home of record: Wyandotte County, Kansas Death: 21 March 1945 on Luzon, Philippines Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He entered service 25 May '43 at Ft. Leavenworth, KS; SN 37527078; also earned Purple Heart w/2 OLCs.	added 26 Jun. ‘13	VVTX
87.	Myers, Cloyd G. Private, U.S. Army Company H, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Cloyd G. Myers, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Cape Sudest, New Guinea. Private Myers' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, Pvt. Myers was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on 16 November 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 62 (1942) Born: 13 June 1920 Home of record: McCook or Culbertson, Nebraska Death: 25 November 2001 Interred: Dallas Cemetery, Dallas, Oregon Family believes he also earned the Silver Star; other awards include Bronze Star and Purple Heart; brother Bernard W. has been MIA in Luxembourg since 8 Feb. ‘45.		BunaX
88.	Nummer, Erwin Joseph First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company F, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 30 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Erwin J. Nummer (ASN: 0-402981), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Nummer's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 3 (6 Jan. 1943) Born: 14 December 1908 at Lowell, Michigan Home of record: Michigan Death: 16 December 1944 on Leyte Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA Was SGT in Service Co., 126^TH Inf. (Mich. NG) at Grand Rapids, MI, when Div. was mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; WIA 30 Nov. '42 near Buna; KIA 16 Dec. '44 as Cdr. of Co. H on Leyte; two brothers served during the war, one in France and the other in South Pacific.		BunaX
89.	Parks, Steve W. Private, U.S. Army Company D, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 20 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Steve W. Parks, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Parks' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” A dispatch from overseas by war correspondent Robert J. Doyle printed in the Milwaukee Journal on 3 Jul. '43 summarized his actions thusly: “On Dec. 20, Parks was in a patrol attempting to cross a bridge [over Simemi Creek] near Buna Mission under extremely heavy enemy fire. When the patrol was forced to withdraw, Parks went back despite almost certain death to rescue a comrade who was wounded and lying directly in the lane of enemy machine gun fire. Parks dragged the wounded man to safety and administered first aid.” A similar account of the action was described in Victory in Papua. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 1917 at Wisconsin Home of record: Cameron, Wisconsin He was a PVT in Co. D, 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Rice Lake, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.	updated 1 May ‘13	BunaX
90.	Peabody, Herbert Gale First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Herbert G. Peabody (ASN: 0-386476), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. When enemy airplanes attacked and set fire to four small ships carrying United States Army personnel and supplies, First Lieutenant Peabody called for volunteers to attempt a rescue. With four enlisted men, he boarded a small coastal vessel and ordered it to proceed to the blazing vessels. In spite of repeated enemy bombing and strafing and without regard to his personal safety, he continued the search for survivors until long after dark. First Lieutenant Peabody's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 31 March 1919 Home of record: Vermont Death: 22 October 1993 Interred: Fort Benning Post Cemetery, Fort Benning, Georgia Peabody, Herbert Gale First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Herbert G. Peabody (ASN: 0-386476), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, near Buna, New Guinea. When a rifle company patrol broke through the enemy lines and established itself on the beach between Buna Village and Buna Station, the only supply route to it lay through the hostile position. First Lieutenant Peabody led a carrying party forward in an effort to replenish the ammunition of the patrol. When its advance was discovered, the party was checked by enemy mortar fire and by fire from snipers. Gathering his men together, First Lieutenant Peabody crawled forward with them through the enemy position to the patrol. The ammunition thus delivered made possible the holding, in spite of repeated enemy counterattacks, of this key point cutting hostile communication lines. First Lieutenant Peabody's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 31 March 1919 Home of record: Vermont Death: 22 October 1993 Interred: Fort Benning Post Cemetery, Fort Benning, Georgia He participated in ROTC at Wofford College, Spartanburg, SC, and graduated Class of '40; also served in Korea and Vietnam; retired from the Army as a COL.	updated 4 May ‘13	BunaX BunaX
91.	Pederson, Harold O. Private, U.S. Army Company M, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Harold O. Pederson, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942. Private Pederson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Pederson was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on 24 December 1942 in the Sanananda area when he and three other soldiers assaulted an enemy trench near the track junction and held it until they could be reinforced. The track junction was the point where the Killerton Trail met the Soputa-Sanananda Track. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: Home of record: Ohio		BunaX
92.	Peterson, Marvin M. Private, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 12 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Marvin M. Peterson, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. Private Peterson’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” A dispatch from overseas by war correspondent Robert J. Doyle printed in the Milwaukee Journal on 3 Jul. ‘43 summarized his actions thusly: “Peterson was part of a force advancing from the Buna area along the coast against the last strong Japanese positions in Papua. The force had to cross the swift Konombi river [near Tarakena] Jan. 21 to dislodge enemy positions on the opposite bank. Peterson and three others volunteered to swim the river in broad daylight with enemy guns trained on them. Wearing only shorts and carrying pistols and hand grenades, the four swam the rain swollen river and fastened a rope which enabled a platoon to cross and establish a bridgehead.” A similar account of the action was described in Victory in Papua. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: 8 May 1921 at Oconto Falls, Wisconsin Home of record: Oconto Falls, Wisconsin Death: 27 July 1944 near Aitape, New Guinea Interred: Woodlawn Cemetery, Oconto Falls, Wisconsin Status: KIA Father was Danish immigrant and served with HQ Co., 341^ST Inf., 86^TH Div. during WWI; graduated Oconto Falls H.S. in ‘39 or ‘40; SN 20646320; was Pvt. in Co. C, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Oconto, WI on 15 Oct. ‘40; earned DSC for his actions to string a guide rope across the Konombi River near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 12 Jan. ‘43; earned Silver Star for his courage and leadership at an outpost along the Driniumor River near Aitape, New Guinea, on 27 Jul. ‘44; KIA later that day while trying to save a comrade; also earned Purple Heart.	updated 18 Dec. ‘13	BunaX
93.	Pieh, Richard J. First Sergeant, U.S. Army Company B, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division (unit is presumed, that is unit he was with when he earned Silver Star at Buna) Date of Action: 20 December 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Sergeant Richard J. Pieh, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1944. First Sergeant Pieh’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” According to Red Arrow Men, “Sgt. Pieh’s company attacked and was stopped short by Japs in more than 50 fortified positions. Pieh grabbed a machine gun and advanced boldly on the Japs. His entire company was inspired, and they smashed the Japs in front of them, consolidating their lines.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 110 (1945) Born: 28 January 1922 at Michigan Home of record: Deerfield, Michigan Death: 31 October 1993 (1995) Interred: Deerfield Township Cemetery, Deerfield, Michigan He was Pvt. in Co. B, 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, at Adrian, MI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN 20634268; married a woman from Ponchatoula, LA; Cpl. by Sep. ‘42; earned Silver Star for his actions as Sgt. and member of patrol with S. Sgt. Elmer R. Buchanan on 8 Dec. ‘42 at ‘New Strip’ near Buna, New Guinea; also cited in 32^D Div. GO No. 52 (1943), which may indicate an additional award; brother Henry also served in Army during WWII; married on 5 Feb. ‘47, father of 2; son Robert J. served with Army in Vietnam.	added 19 Feb. ‘13	LeyteX
94.	Price, Donald R. Private First Class, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 107^TH Quartermaster Battalion, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private First Class Donald R. Price, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 107th Quartermaster Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, near Cape Sudest, New Guinea. When enemy airplanes attacked and set fire to a number of small ships carrying United States Army personnel and supplies, Private First Class Price courageously volunteered as a member of a rescue party, without regard for his own safety. With the party, he boarded a small coastal vessel which proceeded to the aid of personnel from the blazing ships. In spite of repeated enemy bombing and strafing attacks, the party continued its search for survivors until long after dark. Private First Class Price's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942) Born: 1920 at Wisconsin Home of record: Wisconsin He was a PVT in Co. F, 107^TH QM Regt., Wisconsin National Guard, at Whitewater, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
95.	*Rehak, John F, Jr. Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company E, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 20 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant John F. Rehak, Jr. (ASN: 20646676), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Rehak's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, SSG Rehak was posthumously bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his efforts to lead an attack against a Japanese bunker in the Triangle at Buna on 20 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 4 (10 January 1943) Born: 8 January 1921 at Wisconsin Home of record: Manitowoc, Wisconsin Death: 20 December 1942 near Buna, New Guinea Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, Wisconsin Status: KIA He was a PFC in Co. E, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Manitowoc, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.	added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
96.	*Richards, William H. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company G, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) William H. Richards (ASN: 0-1291008), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 November 1944. First Lieutenant Richards' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 87 (1945) Born: Home of record: Lake County, Indiana Death: 22 November 1944 near Colasian, Leyte, Philippines Interred: Status: KIA He was likely an enlisted man when he first entered the service. The enlistment record for a man of the same name states: born 1916 at PA; resided at Lake Co., IN; entered service 25 Jun. '41 at Ft. Benjamin Harrison, IN; SN 35162601.	added 6 Mar. ‘14	LeyteX
97.	*Rini, Daniel F. Corporal, U.S. Army Company E, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Corporal Daniel F. Rini (ASN: 35005386), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Corporal Rini's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, CPL Rini was posthumously bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his efforts to eliminate a key Japanese bunker near the Coconut Grove at Buna on 16 December 1942. His actions were summarized by Murlin Spencer in a war-time dispatch from overseas on 3 July 1943 and printed in the Youngstown Vindicator on 4 July 1943, “Corporal Rini, one of Ohio’s outstanding heroes, was killed in action and his DSC was awarded posthumously. His act of heroism came on a hot December day near Buna. He volunteered to go along with a patrol attacking a strongly fortified Japanese machine-gun emplacement which had been holding up an attack by three companies of Americans. When his patrol was halted by machine-gun fire, Corporal Rini went ahead alone and destroyed the emplacement by throwing grenades into the loopholes of the fortified position. He was killed later during the mopping up action.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 9 (19 January 1943) Born: 10 December 1917 Home of record: Wellsville, Ohio Death: 16 December 1942 Interred: St. Elizabeth Cemetery, Wellsville, Ohio Status: KIA	updated 29 Apr. ’13; added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
98.	*Ross, Calvin E. Private, U.S. Army Company K, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 15 & 20 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Calvin E. Ross (ASN: 39474369), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 15 and 20 March 1945. Private Ross' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 370 (1945) Born: 1924 at Washington Home of record: Chewelah, Washington Death: 20 March 1945 Interred: memorialized on Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery Status: MIA, presumed KIA He graduated Chewelah H. S. in '43; entered service 25 Apr. '44 at Ft. Lewis, WA; SN 39474369; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart; sister also served, WAAC.	added 19 Dec. ‘13	VVTX
99.	Rossman, Edward R. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company L, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class Edward R. Rossman, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. Private First Class Rossman's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PFC Rossman was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on 24 December 1942 in the Sanananda area when he and three other soldiers assaulted an enemy trench near the track junction and held it until they could be reinforced. The track junction was the point where the Killerton Trail met the Soputa-Sanananda Track. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: 11 August 1914 at Tell City, Indiana Home of record: Tell City, Indiana Death: 21 March 1999 at Indianapolis, Indiana Interred:	added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
100.	Runnoe, Donald Frank Captain, U.S. Army 1^ST Battalion, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 2 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Donald F. Runnoe, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of an Infantry Company in the 1st Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Captain Runnoe’s outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, of the Milwaukee Journal, in a war-time dispatch from overseas on 9 March 1943, “Maj. Runnoe received the [Distinguished Service Cross] for gallantry in the capture of Buna Mission Jan. 2. When Maj. Edmund Schroeder, Oconto, Wis., was fatally wounded while directing the attack at the front, Maj. Runnoe, then a captain, came forward from the command post through heavy enemy fire to direct the attack that led a few minutes later to the fall of Buna Mission.” Mr. Doyle stated that Maj. Runnoe received the Silver Star but he actually received the Distinguished Service Cross for this particular event. It may have been a simple mistake on Mr. Doyle’s part or it may indicate that Maj. Runnoe was recommended for the Silver Star but the award was upgraded to the Distinguished Service Cross. Another dispatch from overseas by Mr. Doyle on 26 Jun. ’43 gave a similar account of the event and identified the decoration as the Distinguished Service Cross. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 5 April 1915 at Greenleaf, Wisconsin Home of record: Marinette, Wisconsin Death: 19 February 1959 at Marinette, Wisconsin Interred: Riverside Cemetery, Menominee, Michigan Graduated Our Lady of Lourdes H. S.; attended Milwaukee School of Engineering; married, father of 6; enlisted in Co. A, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Marinette, WI, reportedly on 22 Nov. ‘30 at age 15; commissioned 2d Lt. 16 Aug. ‘40; mobilized with the unit on 15 Oct. ‘40; earned Silver Star for his actions 8 Jan. ‘43 near Tarakena, New Guinea; WIA near Buna, New Guinea; promoted to Maj. sometime after Buna; promoted Lt. Col. in ‘44; also earned Bronze Star, Purple Heart (some references state Bronze Star w/OLC and Purple Heart, others state Bronze Star and Purple Heart w/OLC); discharged 24 Dec. ‘45; at least 3 brothers also served during WWII; served in post-war Wis. Nat. Guard; Lt. Col. and XO, 127^TH Inf.; Col. and Cdr. of 127^TH Inf.; worked as maintenance engineer at Marinette Paper Co.; member of American Legion, VFW, Catholic War Veterans, St. Anthony Church.	updated 26 Apr. ‘13	BunaX
101.	Schlessman, Learville Newton Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army 2^D Battalion, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 May 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Technical Sergeant Learville N. Schlessman, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d Battalion, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 May 1945. Technical Sergeant Schlessman’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” His citation, summarized in Neosho Daily News and other newspapers on 27 Jun. ‘45, stated: “Sergeant Schhlessman’s company was moving out for an attack on a hill position and the sergeant had been ordered to remain behind for treatment for [malaria] fever. He soon heard his company had struck some rough going and upon hearing that, decided his comrades needed “reinforcements.” So he joined his platoon, seizing an automatic rifle [from a wounded comrade], picked off six Japs and sealed 10 caves in which the Nips were hiding. He then started shooting again and after the company had taken its objective, Sergeant Schlessman had a score of 21 Japs.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 315 (1945) Born: 4 March 1921 at Missouri Home of record: Neosho, Missouri Death: 21 February 1986 Interred: Tracy Cemetery, Anderson or Pineville, Missouri Married, father of at least 2; entered service 24 Jul. ‘42 at Jefferson Barracks, MO; SN 37373830; trained at Camp Butner, NC; overseas in Feb. ‘43; earned Silver Star for his actions at Leyte, Philippines; also earned Purple Heart, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal w/3 service stars, Philippine Liberation Medal w/1 service star, CIB; received his DSC during a ceremony at Camp Crowder, MO on 20 Apr. ‘46.	added 8 Jan. ‘13	VVTX
102.	*Schroeder, Edmund R. Major, U.S. Army 1^ST Battalion, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 27 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Major (Infantry) Edmund R. Schroeder (ASN: 0-301712), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. With complete disregard for his own safety, Major Schroeder proceeded as a member of a patrol under heavy enemy machine gun and sniper fire through swamps and located the command post of an isolated company that had been cut off from the remainder of our troops. Through his courageous personal effort he was able to rescue these men from a swamp and reorganize them for continued attacks. His gallant example of perseverance inspite of all difficulties served as an inspiration to his men. Major Schroeder was seriously wounded during this action and died as a result of his wounds. Major Schroeder’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (1943) Born: 27 June 1910 Home of record: Oconto, Wisconsin Death: 2 January 1943 near Buna, New Guinea Interred: Evergreen Cemetery, Oconto, Wisconsin Status: KIA Married, father of 3, 535 Washington, Oconto, WI; commissioned 2d Lt., Co. C, 127^TH Inf., Wis. Nat. Guard, Oconto, WI on 25 Aug. ‘32; promoted 1st Lt. on 28 May ‘35; Capt. and Cdr. of the unit when mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; SN O-301712; succeeded Lt. Col. William A. Draheim as Cdr. of 1^ST Bn., 127^TH Inf. on 25 Dec. ‘42 near Buna, New Guinea; earned DSC for his actions 27 Dec. ‘42 at Buna; KIA 2 Jan. ‘43, during the attack which evicted the Japanese from Buna Mission, shot in the head by Japanese sniper ca. 1000 hours, evacuated to 3^D Port. Hosp., where he died; the Quarterly Report of History of Medical Activities of the 3rd Port. Hosp., for the period of 1 Jan. ‘43 to 31 Mar. ‘43 offers a blunt med. description of his injuries and, more importantly, a poignant tribute to his character, “We had nine deaths among this group which were operated on. One head wound died nine hours after operation. The bullet had entered his motor area, bisected his optic nerve and proceeded out of his head at the base of the nose. The patient was a Major [Edmund R.] Schroeder who was in command of the 1st Bn. of the 127th Inf. After the Mission fell, he was struck by a sniper’s bullet. He remained conscious long enough to turn his command over and collect his belongings in spite of being blind. To us, he was the greatest hero of that campaign because he always led his men in every undertaking and was very courageous.”; succeeded by Capt. Donald F. Runnoe.		BunaX
103.	Schwartz, Paul L. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company F, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Paul L. Schwartz, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Second Lieutenant Schwartz’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” Papuan Campaign and Hall of Valor state that 2d Lt. Schwartz earned the DSC for his actions on 5 Dec. ‘42, which was an attack on Buna Village. Several other references state or imply that he earned it for leading a 14- or 15-man patrol to attack Tarakena, New Guinea (some references state Siwori Village). The patrol started out on 18 Dec. and engaged several Japanese patrols on 18 and 19 Dec. between Siwori and Tarakena. Reinforced with 20 more men, they reached Tarakena on 20 Dec., but were pushed back. Reinforced with 32 more men, they re-entered the village later that day but were again forced out in the early hours of 21 Dec. After 2d Lt. Schwartz was WIA that day, 1st Lt. James R. Griffith assumed command. After 1st Lt. Griffith was WIA later that day, 1st Lt. Louis A. Chagnon assumed command. Sergt. Lester L. Sherman and Pfc. Roland G. Acheson were key members of that patrol. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943) Born: circa 1918 or 1919 at New Jersey Home of record: Syracuse, New York Jewish; graduated from Syracuse U.; worked as an accountant; entered service as Pvt. at Syracuse, NY on 16 Jan. ‘41; SN 32025763; trained at Camp Upton, NY; assigned to an Inf. division at Ft. Bragg, NC; completed Inf. OCS at Ft. Benning, GA Feb.-May ‘42; commissioned 2d Lt.; earned Silver Star for his actions 2 Dec. ‘42 during attack on Buna Village, New Guinea; assisted by T. Sgt. Dale R. Cope and Corp. Rex R. Leland in directing fire against Japanese machine gun and mortar placements and snipers ca. 29 Nov. to 5 Dec. ‘42 near Buna Village, Leland earned Silver Star 29 Nov. to 5 Dec. and was KIA 5 Dec. ‘42; WIA ca. 5 Dec. ‘42; seriously WIA 21 Dec. (22 Dec.) ‘42; family notified 5 Jan. ‘43; DSC citation was broadcast on radio 12 Jan. ‘43.		BunaX
104.	*Serrahn, Richard F. (W.) Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 10 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Technical Sergeant Richard F. Serrahn (ASN: 36206886), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 March 1945, at Luzon, Philippine Islands. Technical Sergeant Serrahn’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” Most of the actual citation was printed in the Daily Globe (Ironwood, MI) on 13 Sep. ’45: “For extraordinary heroism in action 10 March 1945. While holding a hill a platoon of the 127th Infantry regiment attacked before dawn by two companies of Japanese using rifles and machine guns, hand grenades, land mines and TNT charges. The forward, positions were overrun and Sgt. Serrahn was blown from his foxhole by a TNT explosion. Though suffering from concussion, he quickly returned to his emplacement, boldly stood up amidst fire from a light machine gun and neutralized the weapon and its two man crew. Then discovering a seriously wounded comrade, he left cover, moved 10 yards through a concentration of fire and exploding grenades and assisted the man back to comparative safety. Returning to resume the exchange of heavy fire with the enemy, he killed three more Japanese. He then saw another critically wounded soldier and, again disregarding his own safety, moved through 10 yards of intense fire and brought the wounded man back to cover. During most of the four hour fight, Sgt. Serrahn fought a single-handedly from his foxhole. However, whenever circumstances permitted, he left his position, and risking his life at every step, carried ammunition to other positions on his flank despite the rifle and machine gun fire, exploding grenades and TNT bursts. By his outstanding heroism and great personal bravery, Sgt. Serrahn rescued two wounded comrades and greatly assisted his fellow soldiers in repelling an enemy attack. He was killed in action 23 April 1945.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 61 (1945) Born: 6 October 1919 at Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Home of record: Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Death: 23 April 1945 at Luzon, Philippines Interred: Bayside Cemetery, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Status: KIA Son of Henry and Matilda (Linstedt) Serrahan, Saxon, WI; worked as commercial fisherman with his father out of Saxon Harbor; also had ties to Algoma, WI; entered service from Iron Co. at Milwaukee, WI on 10 Apr. ‘41; “recuperating in a hospital on New Guinea” ca. Mar. ‘43 (WIA at Buna?); brother served during WWII, T. Sgt. Charles, Army, ETO, Bronze Star; brother served during WWII, Howard, Navy, Southwest Pacific; brother served during WWII, Fritz (Francis), Merchant Marine, Pacific; half-brother served during WWII (half-brother died during WWII), Lt. (j.g.) Tony Calager, Navy, KIA 26 Mar. ’45.	added 13 Aug. ‘18	VVTX
105.	*Shaw, Herman Tate Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company F, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 25 December 1942 to 8 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Herman T. Shaw (ASN: 38062261), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 25 December 1942 to [8] January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Sergeant Shaw’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, S. Sgt. Shaw earned the DSC, in part, for his efforts as the platoon leader for the lead platoon in Company F’s part in the capture of Tarakena, New Guinea, on 8 January 1943. The Waxahatchie Daily Light summarized his citation thusly on 5 Apr. ’43: “He led his platoon with conspicuous gallantry over a period of ten days. In leading the platoon during attacks on Tarakena he repeatedly moved in advance of the platoon. By exposing himself to enemy fire to gain information and by personal bravery in removing wounded men to places of safety he set an example of courage and leadership in his command. He was killed while leading a patrol from an adjoining company against enemy automatic weapons which were holding up the advance of his command.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 29 (30 March 1943) Born: 3 September 1914 near Ennis, Texas Home of record: Waxahachie, Texas Death: 8 January 1943 at Tarakena, New Guinea Interred: Myrtle Cemetery, Ennis, Texas Status: KIA Son of William Thomas ‘W. T.’ and Lena Lee (Prestidge) Shaw, 207 W. Decatur St., Ennis, TX; married; worked for Scott Oil Co.; entered service 3 Dec. ‘41 at Ft. Sill, OK; SN 38062261; trained at Camp Wolters, Ft. Devens, Ft. Ord; also earned Purple Heart.	added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
106.	Smith, Herbert M. Major, U.S. Army 2^D Battalion, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 7 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Major (Infantry) Herbert M. Smith, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 7 December 1942, during Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Major Smith's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” A dispatch from overseas by war correspondent Robert J. Doyle printed in the Milwaukee Journal on 3 Jul. '43 summarized his actions thusly: “Col. Smith, then a major, personally led a fierce attack on Buna village Dec. 7 after a hail of enemy bullets and grenades had pinned down his men. He recovered from wounds received in the attack.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: Home of record: Neillsville, Wisconsin MAJ with Service Co., 128^TH Inf. at Neillsville, WI, on 15 Oct. '40; transferred to 126^TH Inf. ca. Jan. '42 at Camp Livingston; assumed command of 2^D Bn., 126^TH Inf., on 25 Oct. '42 during march over Owen Stanley Mountains; seriously WIA 7 Dec. '42 at Buna.	updated 1 May ‘13	BunaX
107.	Snyder, Gordon C. Corporal, U.S. Army Company I, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Corporal Gordon C. Snyder, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. Corporal Snyder's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, CPL Snyder was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on 16 November 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1 January 1943) Born: Home of record: Michigan	added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
108.	Sprague, Lawrence F. Private, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 12 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Lawrence F. Sprague, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. Private Sprague's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Sprague earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his role among a small group of volunteers who endeavored, under fire, to string a guide cable across Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943. The creek’s current was very swift; the guide cable was needed to enable assault boats to cross the creek and continue the 127^TH Infantry’s advance. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943) Born: Home of record: Ohio	added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
109.	Squires, Edward G. Private, U.S. Army Company H, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private Edward G. Squires, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private Squires' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, PVT Squires was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his role in attempting to repair a bridge, under fire, vital to the 127^TH Infantry’s attack on Buna Mission from Musita Island on 28 December 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 11 (January 22, 1943) Born: 16 April 1923 at West Virginia Home of record: Akron, Ohio Death: 25 May 2012 at Akron, Ohio Interred: Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, Ohio		BunaX
110.	Stallman, Robert J., Jr. First Lieutenant, U.S. Army Company K, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 18 March 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Lieutenant (Infantry) Robert J. Stallman, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 18 March 1945. First Lieutenant Stallman’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 54 (1945) Born: 19 October 1919 at Montana Home of record: Minneapolis, Minnesota Death: 23 January 2005 Interred: Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Minnesota Earned Silver Star, possibly for his actions at Leyte, Philippines; earned DSC for his actions 18 Mar. ’45 at Luzon, Philippines; assumed cmd. of Co. K, 127^TH Inf., as 1st Lt., ca. beginning of May ‘45 at Luzon, Philippines; attained rank of Maj.; married, father of 7.	added 5 Dec. ‘13	VVTX
111.	*Steger, Reuben J. First Sergeant, U.S. Army Company C, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 21 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “First Sergeant Reuben J. Steger (ASN: 20649169), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. First Sergeant Steger's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943) Born: 27 June 1917 at Marshfield, Wisconsin Home of record: Marshfield, Wisconsin Death: 21 November 1942 Interred: Status: KIA Enlisted in Co. C, 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Marshfield, WI, ca. 1936; 1SG in same unit on 15 Oct. '40; assumed command of his company on 21 Nov. after officers became casualties.		BunaX
112.	Sutton, Orrin C. Corporal, U.S. Army Company L, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Corporal Orrin C. Sutton, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. Corporal Sutton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, CPL Sutton was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on 24 December 1942 in the Sanananda area when he and three other soldiers assaulted an enemy trench near the track junction and held it until they could be reinforced. The track junction was the point where the Killerton Trail met the Soputa-Sanananda Track. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: Home of record: Charlevoix, Michigan Depicted in Associated Press photograph from 15 Dec. '42 at Buna; described as ’Wild Man’ from MI in the caption; credited with killing between 30 and 40 Japanese; WIA by machine gun bullet; returned to duty less than 24 hours later; bestowed with DSC for his actions 24 Dec. '42 near Buna, New Guinea; may be namesake for Sherman-Wudarcki-Sutton Post No. 582 of VFW in Ortonville, MI; may have been inspiration for a character in Superman comic book in 1943.		BunaX
113.	Sweet, John Emmett, Jr. Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Second Lieutenant (Infantry) John E. Sweet, Jr., United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Second Lieutenant Sweet's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: 11 December 1915 at Sandusky, Ohio Home of record: Pennsylvania Death: November 1984 at Owego, New York Interred: Montrose Cemetery, Montrose, Pennsylvania Attended Lehigh University, likely class of '38, later attained rank of MAJ.		BunaX
114.	*Taber, Henry G. Captain, U.S. Army Company G, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 9 February 1945 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) Henry G. Taber (ASN: 0-382981), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 February 1945. Captain Taber's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 43 (1945) Born: Home of record: Edgar County, Illinois Death: 9 February 1945 Interred: Status: KIA	added 22 Jan. ‘13	VVTX
115.	Thompson, Robert George Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 11 January 1943 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Staff Sergeant Robert Thompson, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Tarakena, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Thompson’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, S. Sgt. Thompson earned the Distinguished Service Cross for his leadership of a small group of volunteers who endeavored, under fire, to string a guide cable across Konombi Creek near Tarakena, New Guinea, on 10-12 January 1943. The creek’s current was very swift; the guide cable was needed to enable assault boats to cross the creek and continue the 127^TH Infantry’s advance. He and Pfc. Jack K. Cunningham, Co. E, worked together to string the first cable. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 21 June 1915 at Grants Pass, Oregon Home of record: New York Death: 16 October 1965, New York, New York Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Served with Abraham Lincoln Brigade during Spanish Civil War, twice WIA; enlisted in U.S. Army shortly before Pearl Harbor.		BunaX
116.	*Van Bogart, Robert Earl ‘Bob’ or ‘Bogey Bob’ Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army Company A, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 5 March 1945 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Robert Van Bogart (ASN: 37173936), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Santa Maria Pangasinan Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 5 March 1945. When Staff Sergeant Van Bogart's platoon, leading a combat patrol, ran into heavy enemy fire from snipers and a well concealed machine gun, a number of his men were wounded. His platoon pinned down, Sergeant Van Bogart crawled forward alone in the face of this fire to reach the top of a near by ridge. There he deliberately exposed himself to draw the enemy's fire and as bullets struck close by him he located and killed two snipers. Crawling back, he ordered his men to assault the machine gun, which he had also spotted. He took the lead and again made his way to the ridge where he stood in full view of the enemy and delivered steady rifle fire against their position. His men, inspired by his fearless example, launched an attack which quickly disposed of the emplacement. Moving out to locate remaining snipers, Sergeant Van Bogart was hit and killed. His unhesitating willingness to expose himself to danger and his skilled battlefield leadership saved the lives of many of his comrades and made possible the further progress of the patrol.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 61 (1945) Born: 9 August 1916 Home of record: St. Paul, Minnesota Death: 5 March 1945 Interred: Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, California Status: KIA Enlisted in Minn. NG ca. '37; SN 37173936; trained at Camp Roberts, Paso Robles, CA; was part of Urbana Force during the Battle for Buna; earned Bronze Star for his actions during fighting along the Driniumor River near Aitape, New Guinea; WIA while taking Hill 400 on Leyte; KIA by a sniper 5 Mar. '45 on the Villa Verde Trail; posthumously bestowed the DSC; also awarded 2 Purple Hearts and CIB; interred at Golden Gate National Cemetery, San Bruno, CA		VVTX
117.	Vondracek, Francis J. Sergeant, U.S. Army Company I, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Francis J. Vondracek, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Sergeant Vondracek's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, Milwaukee Journal, 26 June 1943, “SGT Francis Vondracek, Route 2, Kaukauna, led a platoon in an attack near Buna mission Dec. 24 and has received a DSC for heroism. Heavy fire stopped the platoon and Vondracek reported back to his commanding officer, but when his men were withdrawn Vondracek volunteered to try to knock out three pillboxes which had pinned his unit down all day. Armed with four grenades and with three riflemen covering his advance, Vondracek crawled within six feet of the first pillbox. He hurled four grenades and knocked out the pillbox, killing five Japs inside. Vondracek then moved back, filled his helmet with grenades and attacked two more pillboxes. He reached a shell hole near the pillboxes and despite heavy enemy fire hurled his grenades so accurately into the entrances that he knocked out both pillboxes.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: Home of record: Kaukauna, Wisconsin He was a PVT in Co. I, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Neenah, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.		BunaX
118.	*Wagner, John F. Private First Class, U.S. Army Company K, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 4 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Private First Class John F. Wagner (ASN: 36276513), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 4 January 1944 at [Biliau (Beliau), near the Mot River, northwest of] Saidor, New Guinea. On that date Private First Class Wagner's patrol was attacked in a Banzai charge by Japanese forces. Remaining behind, he provided covering fire [with his BAR] that allowed his patrol to withdraw, sacrificing his own life to save the lives of his comrades. Private First Class Wagner's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized in the Milwaukee Journal on 5 Apr. ‘44, and Kenosha Evening News, 2 May ’44: “Wagner was a member of a patrol reconnoitering the area to locate enemy positions. A numerically superior enemy force was encountered. When the enemy staged a bayonet charge, Wagner rose to his feet, fully exposing himself to the enemy and fired with deadly accuracy at pointblank range. His fire dispersed the enemy attack and insured the safety of his comrades, and he continued firing until he fell mortally wounded. In this action Wagner exhibited great daring and heroic self-sacrifice.” PFC Wagner was 1 of 2 lead scouts for the patrol that day, both were carrying BARs. PFC Wagner’s CO, CPT John Sullivan, described his actions as “one of the most heroic actions in combat of which I have personal knowledge.” According to 1SG Herbert Wendlandt, when the shooting started Wagner refused to take cover and shouted to his comrades, “I am going to give them hell from here!” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 23 (1944) Born: 1921 at Wisconsin Home of record: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Death: 4 January 1944 at Biliau (Beliau), near the Mot River, northwest of Saidor, New Guinea Interred: Manila American Cemetery Status: KIA He entered service 20 Oct. '42 at Milwaukee, WI; SN 36276513; also earned Purple Heart.	updated 18 Jun. ‘14; added 13 Jul. ‘13	SaidorX
119.	Waldron, Albert Whitney Brigadier General, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Artillery Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Brigadier General Albert Whitney Waldron (ASN: 0-3795), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign near Buna Village, New Guinea. During an attack on the enemy position near Buna Village, many leaders of small infantry units became casualties and the units became disorganized. Brigadier General Waldron, with complete disregard for his own safety, moved along the line of the assault platoons under heavy fire from enemy snipers, machine guns, grenades and mortars. By his personal example, calm bearing and utter fearlessness, he inspired the men to great effort. Brigadier General Waldron's intrepid actions, personal bravery and gallant leadership exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 60 (December 18, 1942) Born: 13 January 1892 at New York Home of record: Rockville Center, New York Death: 21 June 1961 Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Graduated U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of '15; served with Punitive Expedition in Mexico; served with 7^TH FA in France during WWI; WIA in shoulder by sniper on 5 Dec. '42, awarded Purple Heart; awarded DSM for his service as Assistant Chief of Staff for Requirements, Headquarters Army Ground Forces from Mar. '44 to Oct. '45; retired as MG.		BunaX
120.	*Walker, Ian William Lieutenant, U.S. Army 2/7th Infantry Battalion, 17th Infantry Brigade, 6th Division, Australian Army (working alongside 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division) Date of Action: 5 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Ian W. Walker, Australian Imperial Force, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy near Buna, New Guinea, on 5 December 1942. During an attack on strongly held enemy positions in which a Bren Gun Carrier Section was put out of action, Lieutenant Walker went forward under heavy enemy fire to the disabled carriers, which were located about half way between the enemy and our own lines, to remove the guns and ammunition from the disabled carriers. After he had reached the first three carriers and removed the guns and ammunition, he ordered nearby gunners to keep up their fire and told the enlisted men, who had accompanied him, to return to our lines. Lieutenant Walker then went forward, armed with a submachine gun and under heavy enemy fire, in an attempt to reach a fourth gun carrier to save the guns and ammunition from it. He was mortally wounded during this action and died shortly after returning to our lines.” General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 7 (January 15, 1943) Born: Home of record: Sandringham, Victoria, Australia Death: 5 December 1942 Interred: Port Moresby (Bomana) War Cemetery, Papua New Guinea Status: KIA	added 19 Feb. ‘13	BunaX
121.	*Warmenhoven, Simon Major, U.S. Army Regimental Surgeon, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Major (Medical Corps) Simon Warmenhoven, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Chief Surgeon, [126^TH] Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 November 1942, at Soputa, New Guinea. When a mortar landed among the Australians with whom he was serving, Major Warmenhoven ran forward, dashing past enemy lines. Five men were dead; another eight were alive, but the shrapnel had seriously wounded them. Major Warmenhoven jumped from one man to the next as mortars exploded around him. He gave each soldier a half-grain of morphine, cut away their clothes and dusted their wounds with sulfanilamide powder. Then he dressed the wounds as best he could and waited with the moaning soldiers for litter bearers to arrive. The outstanding heroism and devotion to duty displayed by Major Warmenhoven on this occasion reflect highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943) Born: 17 January 1910 at the Hague, Netherlands Home of record: Grand Rapids, Michigan Death: 5 May 1943 Interred: Status: DNB Was Capt. with 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, when the 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. ‘40; promoted to Lt. Col. and assigned Div. Surgeon for 32^D Div. ca. Dec. ‘42.		BunaX
122.	Weiss, Howard J. Sergeant, U.S. Army Headquarters Company, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 November 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Howard J. Weiss, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in New Guinea. Sergeant Weiss' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” According to Victory in Papua, SGT Weiss was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on 16 November 1942. General Orders: Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1 January 1943) Born: 1920 at Wisconsin Home of record: Edgerton, Wisconsin He was a CPL in HQ Co., 128^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, at Edgerton, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40.	added 1 Jan. ‘13	BunaX
123.	Wildey, Russell J. Captain, U.S. Army Company M, 126^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 26 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Russell J. Wildey, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 26 December 1942. Captain Wildey's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 8 (1944) Born: Home of record: Michigan He was 2LT in 126^TH Inf., Michigan National Guard, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; commanded Co. M, 126^TH Inf. in the Australian Zone during Papuan Campaign; ca. 22 Dec. '42 he was commander of front line U.S. troops; WIA 26 Dec. '42 near Sanananda.	added 21 May ‘13	BunaX
124.	Winzenried, Samuel G. (Winzenreid) Sergeant, U.S. Army Company I, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 13 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Sergeant Samuel G. Winzenried, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Sergeant Winzenried’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” The citation was summarized by Robert J. Doyle, Milwaukee Journal, 26 June 1943, “When fire from an enemy pillbox impeded advance of Allied troops, Sgt. Winzenried, without orders and on his initiative, crawled to within 20 yards of the pillbox. Despite fire from an enemy sniper in a tree, he threw grenades through the entrance of the pillbox and drove enemy soldiers out. Winzenried then captured the pillbox and held it through the night, contributing greatly to the advance of his unit.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (15 June 1943) Born: 14 July 1916 at Iowa Home of record: Menasha, Wisconsin Death: 11 January 1991 Interred: Riverside Cemetery, Ladysmith, Wisconsin He was a Pfc. in Co. I, 127^TH Inf., Wisconsin National Guard, Neenah, WI, on 15 Oct. ‘40; a couple of references list his unit as Co. L, but most references list him as assigned to Co. I.		BunaX
125.	*Woods, Bernard P. Corporal, U.S. Army __, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 28 January 1944 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Corporal Bernard P. Woods (ASN: 39020352), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 January 1944. Corporal Woods' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” CPL Woods was likely a member of a patrol from 1^ST Bn., 128^TH Inf. involved in a stiff firefight with a large Japanese patrol at Teterei, near Saidor, New Guinea on 28 Jan. ’44. General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 129 (1944) Born: 1920 at California Home of record: Los Angeles, California Death: 28 January 1944, FOD 17 January 1946 Interred: memorialized on Tablets of the Missing at Manila American Cemetery Status: MIA near Saidor, New Guinea Married; he entered service 21 Feb. '42 at Ft. MacArthur, CA; SN 39020352; likely assigned to 1^ST Bn., 128^TH Inf., possibly Co. A; also earned Bronze Star and Purple Heart.	added 13 Jun. ‘14	SaidorX
126.	*Workman, James W. Captain, U.S. Army Company C, 127^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 24 December 1942 Citation Needed - Synopsis: “Captain (Infantry) James W. Workman (ASN: 0-271492), United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Captain Workman's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 32 (1943) Born: 16 May 1907 Home of record: Bexar County, Texas Death: 25 December 1942 Interred: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, San Antonio, Texas Status: KIA There is some discrepancy regarding his date of death. The synopsis of his citation (above) implies 24 Dec., the cemetery listing states 31 Dec., but 2 of 3 history books list 25 Dec. (the 3^rd book lists 24 Dec.).		BunaX
127.	Zinser, Roy F. Major, U.S. Army 2^D Battalion, 128^TH Infantry Regiment, 32^D ‘Red Arrow’ Infantry Division Date of Action: 16 December 1942 Citation: “The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major (Infantry) Roy F. Zinser, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces pm 16 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign, near Buna, New Guinea. Lieutenant Colonel Zinser, Executive Officer of his battalion, which had suffered heavy casualties during a month of combat, voluntarily led one flank of an attack on the heavily defended enemy position at Coconut Grove, Girua Gardens. The situation in this section was critical, and the enemy's position was a most difficult one to storm. In the face of withering small arms and mortar fire, he led his troops in an assault against determined opposition until he was seriously wounded. Lieutenant Colonel Zinser's courageous leadership in this attack inspired his troops to a magnificent effort. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.” General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 2 (1944) Born: November 1909 at Monroe, Wisconsin Home of record: Monroe, Wisconsin Death: 27 July 1999 at Maitland, Florida Interred: Arlington National Cemetery Joined Wisconsin National Guard in 1928; was 1st Lt. in Co. K, 128^TH Inf. at Monroe, WI, when 32^D Div. mobilized on 15 Oct. '40; WIA in explosion at Saidor; continued service in Army after war; 24 years of service, served in Germany, Japan, last assignment was commander of Fort Monroe, VA.		BunaX

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