Lieutenant Streed was captured while on this mission. In spite of sniper fire, he guided medical aid men back to the tank. During this entire operation Private Ivey was under heavy mortar and machine gun fire. The fighting echelons under his direction overcame stubborn resistance and swept the enemy from their zone of action. Citation: Citation: Citation: He then returned to the rear under fire to secure aid for his comrade. His actions were an inspiration to his men and aided materially in the success of the operation. His actions reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Albert V. Perreault (31303512), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company C, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 10 April 1945. Citation: Not until he had been assured the officer had been cared for, would he allow himself to be moved. In the attack on Winterswick, Germany, Captain Smith dismounted to lead his men into the town. Citation: By this action, disregarding his own safety, he placed his vehicle in line of direct fire from small arms and 20-mm. Upon arrival in the new position he moved to a concealed position and camouflaged it. The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Ralph H. R. Irwin (37033377), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Troop C, 88th Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 29 March 1945. His actions were an inspiration and reflect great credit on himself and the Military Forces of the United States. When two of his comrades were pinned down near a road block by intense automatic weapons, rifle and anti-tank fire, Sergeant Kastl voluntarily moved forward with a one-quarter ton vehicle. Home of Record: Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, BAKER, WARREN H. 8th ID bumper codes for ADA during the Cold War were .... "8 1ADA59" and later .... "8 5ADA3" There was no "I" (to indicate Infantry Division) after the "8" because no other similar numbered division , i.e. Sergeant (then Corporal) Healy was a member of a platoon evacuating casualties from a forward area. Citation: The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to John Mazo (16064627), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company A, 49th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 3 April 1945. He then removed all ammunition from the burning tank to prevent explosion. Later in the day he led his section in a dash toward an enemy town, forcing the enemy to disclose his positions. Corporal Kurtz, carried out his duties in the face of heavy machine gun and mortar fire despite serious wounds which he sustained. Later, when fire was so heavy that evacuation of the wounded man was delayed, Private burke crawled two hundred yards under constant small arms fire to reach a wounded squad member and evacuate him. Sergeant Plummer called for supporting fire from the vehicular gun but the gunner had already become a casualty. Sergeant Bauer's initiative, courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. The 50th Armored Division was a division of the Army National Guard from July 1946 until 1993.. History. The dismounted members of the patrol met fifteen German soldiers and Corporal Dorr fired several bursts overhead to induce surrender. Citation: Citation: The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Harold R. Oelke (16121016), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Troop C, 88th Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 30 March 1945. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 78 (July 31, 1945) Colonel Van Houten personally led the assault on the town of Rheinberg, Germany. When the tank was again struck by anti-tank fire he ordered his men to abandon it. Home of Record: Munhall, Pennsylvania, BURCH, CHARLES A. Citation: His actions were entirely voluntary and reflect greatest credit on himself and the Military Forces of the United States. Private Hubbard was serving as scout for a reconnaissance platoon. Citation: Sergeant Schmidt kept the platoons organized and under control until joined by an officer. Home of Record: Seward County, Nebraska, *KOCH, JOHN G. The division played an important role during World War II in the invasions of North Africa and Sicily and the liberation of France, Belgium, and the Netherlands and the invasion of Germany. He then led a patrol into enemy territory. Sergeant Fahey, without regard for his own safety, moved his tank in front of that of his platoon leader when the platoon leader's tank stalled in front of a burning ammunition truck. Later the same day Sergeant Segrue led a squad across the new crossing, securing a bridgehead on the other side. Captain Maidment, the battalion S-3, on his own initiative took command of the company and directed it into position so that the attack was continued. His awards are commensurate with his time in ... Service Medal (4 OLC), Army Commendation Medal (2 OLC), Army Achievement Medal (2 OLC), Army Good Conduct Medal (8th Award), National Defense Service ... September 20, 2011, marked a historic moment for the Combat Aviation Brigade. Home of Record: Marietta, Georgia, HEBBLER, GEORGE R., SR. Crawling back to his original post, he succeeded in eliminating the other gun. When two Medical Aid Men were seriously wounded by anti-personnel mines, Corporal Jerackas immediately went to their aid. Citation: Sergeant Mosbacher advanced to within ten yards of enemy infantry elements to effect the rescue of a comrade, pinned down by enemy fire. Later he took command of a company and during its attack he continually exposed himself to artillery and small arms fire in order to maintain communications. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Gus C. Henson, Captain (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 8th Armored Division in Germany on 1 April 1945. On another occasion he left cover of a building under heavy enemy fire to obtain better reception and maintain communications with a task force. Citation: Citation: Sergeant Beauprey insisted on accompanying his unit overseas, despite a back injury. Lieutenant Stinson commanded an assault gun platoon for the 18th Tank Battalion. His action were an example to all and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Home of Record: Oregon, MANCUSO, ANDREW J. His actions enabled supporting forces to execute offensive action. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 95 (September 7, 1945) This morning, 3-8 CAV spent their morning in Korea conducting a tactical march with our KATUSA counterparts, not far from where our grandfathers came before sixty nine years ago. Deploying his task force in such a manner as to force the enemy to spend superior forces in a piecemeal manner he gained a tactical advantage, and successfully accomplished his mission. Clearing it of the enemy, he quickly set up counter defenses. When a tank destroyer was hit by enemy fire, Sergeant Osborne left the safety of his own position, and with a one-quarter ton truck, evacuated the wounded crew. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Robert J. Wallace (0-8260), Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy in Germany from 26 March 1945 to 31 March 1945. Later he assisted in evacuation of three wounded from a tank which had been hit by direct artillery fire. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 20 (April 22, 1945) When his tank was disabled, Corporal (then Private First Class) Kemp escaped to the shelter of a nearby house. Draper Award A Company 2nd Battalion 8th United States Cavalry; Draper Award D Company 3rd Battalion 8th United States Cavalry 2010; Armor and Cavalry Leadership Award (Formerly the Draper Award) B Company 1st Battalion 8th United States Cavalry 2017; References Citation: His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Military Forces of the United States. On 11 April 1945 he refused to remain behind for medical attention and took his tank into the attack. While preparing for enemy counter-attack Colonel Poinier was seriously wounded. Citation: During the entire action he remained in the front lines, instilling confidence in his troops by an heroic example of personal courage. His courage and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 89 (August 14, 1945) When his company was surrounded and cut off, Private Hastigan volunteered to go on patrol through the enemy lines to contact and guide reinforcements. Home of Record: Trenton, South Carolina, SCHACHT, VERNON H. The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Robert J. Hubbard (42107128), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Headquarters, 58th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 4 April 1945. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 28 (May 7, 1945) His actions were an inspiration to all and reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. One machine gun was put out of action. Captain Hermann was given the mission of moving a portion of his company to the rear of a heavily fortified chateau from which the Germans had an excellent field of fire. Citation: Corporal Bishop's courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed forces of the United States. Later, through outstanding leadership, he broke up a surprise counterattack. Home of Record: Erie County, New York. While doing so he was again wounded, this time fatally. Home of Record: St. Louis, Missouri, BISHOP, SIDNEY B. His courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit to himself and the Armed forces of the United States. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Edward J. Paar (32870258), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Troop A, 88th Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 1 March 1945. During World War II, in early July 1944, the "Golden Arrow" division landed on Utah Beach in Normandy, just weeks after the Allies invaded France on D-Day (June 6, 1944). Citation: As the platoon moved forward to complete its mission, Lieutenant Dougher anticipated a counterattack. Twice during the action he went to the rear for more ammunition, returning to continue the action. Corporal Malpass' courage and complete disregard for his own personal safety reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. It is an interlocked ornament, found in Nordic monuments, composed of three torques: red for Artillery; blue for Infantry; and yellow for Cavalry. It was also known as the "Iron Snake" late in the war, after a correspondent for Newsweek likened the 8th to a "great ironclad snake" as it crossed the Rhine River in late March 1945. His outstanding bravery and concern for his comrades are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Home of Record: Iowa, OELKE, HAROLD R. The 10th Armored Division executed a 90 degree turn and rushed 75 miles into the German onslaught. Citation: During an advance, infantry and tanks were held up by a defended road block. He then advanced, destroying numerous machine gun positions which were holding up advance of the infantry. Later he left a covered position and completely exposed to sniper fire, transmitted instructions to supporting tanks. Throughout the mission, Lieutenant Lowry displayed courage and initiative with complete disregard for his own safety. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 12 (March 22, 1945) 5th Armored Division in World War II. Home of Record: Iowa, CHAMBERS, TOM L. He left the safety of his tank and under a hail of enemy machine gun and small arms fire, he lifted the wounded man to the bustle of the tank. mortars. Private Phelps served as first aid man with an infantry unit. The Silver Star is presented to Warren H. Baker (0-552803), Second Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 8th Armored Division in Germany on 28 February 1945. After the field was cleared he crossed 500 yards of open terrain to lead tanks forward. He remained under intense fire for two hours before he was able to work his way 200 yards to contact the infantry commander. During the engagement, Captain Kelly was wounded, but refused evacuation until the objective was taken and his company was reorganized. From that spot he kept charge of his prisoners and returned fire on an enemy machine gun position. Other enemy troops then opened fire. In order that they might withdraw to safety, he remained in the open, drawing fire on himself and at the same time directing his squad to cover. Sergeant St. John and his squad were pinned down by small arms fire. He rendered first aid and through his efforts the wounded soldier was evacuated. While administering first aid he was again subjected to artillery fire, wounding an officer who was assisting in rendering aid. Home of Record: New Jersey, MOSBACHER, STEPHEN H. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 49 (June 20, 1945) Although wounded, he refused evacuation until he had rendered all possible aid to the wounded tank crews. Sergeant Goesman acted without consideration for his own safety. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Robert A. Shapiro (35541894), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany during the period 25 January to 27 January 1945. Citation: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Edward Brodowski (32853538), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company A, 80th Tank Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 30 March 1945. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Robert S. Hastigan (39723377), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company A, 49th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany from 2 April to 7 April 1945. Home of Heroes continues to update our website content for online visitors. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 15 (March 27, 1945) Home of Record: Georgia, MALPASS, PAUL J. Sergeant Gorna's actions are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Lieutenant Cox's personal bravery and inspiring leadership reflects great credit upon himself and the Military Forces of the United States. Colonel Walker personally reconnoitered the field and directed the clearance. Home of Record: Montana, ERDMANN, ARTHUR C. Home of Record: Chicago, Illinois, HANMER, WILLIAM Private Ivey with other members of his squad was engaged in clearing the town of Berg, Germany. His courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit to himself and the Armed forces of the United states. His aggressive leadership and courage were an inspiration to all and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Military Service of the United States. Sergeant Segrue led a squad into enemy territory under heavy artillery and mortar fire, locating a bridge suitable for use of troops and vehicles. Lieutenant Baker, on his own initiative, moved out three hundred yards under fire and reported the condition of the area. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to William Hanmer (0-1176360), First Lieutenant (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Headquarters, 398th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 28 March 1945. Home of Record: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, LAMATTINA, JOSEPH D. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Thomas E. Gibbons (38482204), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company A, 58th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Holland on 26 February 1945. Citation: Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 30 (May 9, 1945) When the attack faltered in the face of machine gun and direct artillery fire, he personally went along the line encouraging his men and urging them forward. He dashed across open ground under a heavy artillery barrage and aided in removing the wounded tank commander to safety. Colonel Wallace's efficient and heroic personal conduct against a determined and numerically superior enemy reflects great credit upon himself and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the Military Service. On 7 March 1945 he scouted the platoon's objective. Sergeant Blaker continued to lead the task force forward until he encountered heavy artillery fire on the other side of the town. In carrying out his missions of mercy, Corporal Kurtz displayed gallantry that was beyond the call of duty. Corporal Turney was riding on the front of the truck, attempting to make the patients comfortable when the vehicle struck a mine. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 81 (August 4, 1945) Home of Record: Alabama, PLUMMER, JAMES H. Later, while voluntarily reconnoitering a route around a mine field, he encountered a group of enemy soldiers. Div., 27 March, 1945, Page 6 (18th Tank Bn, Co. A) Award of Bronze Star Medal. His action reflects great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to John G. Burns (31302908), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 53d Armored Engineer Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 28 February 1945. The 83d Infantry Division arrived in England on 16 April 1944. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 61 (July 4, 1945) Captain Look, a Battalion S-2 officer, led a platoon forward against an enemy town in the face of intense fire. His courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. When advance of a task force was halted, Major Gurney, an Executive Officer, personally gathered infantrymen and led them forward under intense fire. (Click here for details and ordering information.) Later he manned an automatic rifle after the rifleman had been wounded. Home of Record: New Jersey, *MCLINDEN, CHARLES J. Citation: He was seriously wounded when the fourth tank was struck by anti-tank fire. His outstanding bravery and extreme devotion are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 76 (July 27, 1945) Home of Record: Illinois, WILLIAMS, ROBERT P. Private Masarik's courage and devotion beyond the call of duty reflect great credit on himself and are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Home of Record: New York, New York, MILOR, JAMES P. His courage and devotion to duty without regard for his own safety reflects great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. He located two enemy anti-tank weapons, directed his fire on them, and notified following tanks of their position. Particularly during the attack on Dorsten, General Colson was habitually with the forward elements of his force and by close personal supervision made certain that all units cooperated to the fullest extent in carrying out the attack. Citation: Captain Cleary volunteered to clear an enemy strong point. On another occasion Sergeant McClain voluntarily went alone, under cover of darkness, into territory from which his platoon had been forced to withdraw because of superior forces. He left the only available cover and went to the aid of the wounded infantryman. While engaged in this mission, Private Hubbard was fatally wounded by enemy sniper fire. Under the provisions of AR600-45, 22 September, 1943, as amended, the Bronze Star Medal is awarded to Sergeant Robert L. Beauregard, 31261022, Armored, United States Army, for the meritorious achievements in connection with military operations against the enemy in Germany on 28 … While serving with a task force, Private March observed an accompanying tank hit by enemy artillery. Copyright © Since 1988 Contact The American War Library | War Library Home The information on this website is in the public domain. Attacking along a road completely covered by anti-tank weapons, Lieutenant Zuck advanced his tank without regard to personal safety. While thus leading the action he was wounded by machine gun fire, but refused to be removed to a place of safety and continued to direct and encourage his men. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 56 (June 28, 1945) Sergeant Avila displayed outstanding leadership as a squad leader. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 1 (February 8, 1945) Home of Record: Baraga County, Michigan, BENN, JAMES D. Home of Record: St. Ellenville, New York, DIVEN, DANIEL C. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 30 (May 9, 1945) Citation: Citation: After destroying several enemy positions, his tank was disabled by enemy fire and Sergeant Crouse was wounded. Captain Erdmann's tactical skill and the coolness with which he employed it is in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 78 (July 31, 1945) Home of Record: Texas, JERACKAS, PETER B. When two large task forces were held up by enemy action, Captain (then First Lieutenant) Elias' company was given the assignment of crossing a canal, taking an enemy town, and wiping out resistance that was holding up the advance. He personally aided in the evacuation of the wounded. He displayed coolness and expert tactical skill. He was assigned the mission of clearing a portion of a German city. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 20 (April 22, 1945) Home of Record: Louisiana, HENSON, GUS C. He then carried the wounded rifleman across 150 yards of open terrain to a small woods where he was delivered to medical aid men. While moving forward on foot to designate targets and support tanks, he was killed by a burst of artillery fire. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Ralph J. Elias (0-1317381), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company B, 58th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 30 March 1945. While so doing, his plane was hit and forced to land. The symbols represent the characteristics of Armored Divisions: the tank track, mobility and armor protection; the cannon, fire power; and the red bolt of lightning, shock action. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 47 (1945) Home of Record: Brooklyn, New York, *UNGER, IRWIN M. Citation: If you have any stories or thoughts on the subject, please contact me. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 12 (March 22, 1945) When three half-track vehicles of another platoon were disabled by mines, he voluntarily went forward under artillery and mortar fire, and aided in towing the vehicles to safety and clearing a path for advancing tanks. Home of Record: Mankato, Minnesota, *STINSON, JOHN D. Home of Record: Maple Heights, Ohio, MAZO, JOHN Citation: During the advance of his company Sergeant Carr, a tank commander, sustained a head wound. Sergeant Healy left the safety of his own vehicle, hooked a tow cable on the disabled vehicle, and directed its removal to a place of safety. After obtaining the required information he entered a house on the outskirts of the town, captured two prisoners and succeeded in bringing his entire patrol and prisoners safely back to his own lines. Colonel Vesely, commanding Combat Command "R", 8th Armored Division, was given the mission of clearing the enemy from a sector north of the Ruhr River in the reduction of the Ruhr area fortress. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Charles W. Gorna (33440810), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company C, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 1 March 1945. He then crawled up on two enemy machine gun positions, wiping out enemy troops manning the guns, and recovering the guns. Citation: Remaining at his position, he opened fire with his carbine, firing two clips at the enemy, enabling the platoon to complete its withdrawal without casualties. While his mortar platoon was supporting an infantry company, Sergeant Mancuso reconnoitered a route over which he could move ammunition to the mortar position. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Louis G. Chapas (32871587), Corporal, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Troop A, 88th Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 28 March 1945. Sergeant Pearson, his gunner and his cannoneer were wounded. Home of Record: Lynn, Massachusetts, FRANZ, RICHARD E. Combat Interviews of the 48th Armored Infantry Battalion, 7th Armored Division: Poteau, Rodt, Malempré & Manhay, Belgium December 18-25, 1944 by W Wesley Johnston | Mar 11, 2014 4.5 out of 5 stars 2 While so doing, he was fatally wounded. Private Fields, realizing the situation, advanced over open terrain. Home of Record: Sullivan, Illinois, ESPINOSA, FRED N. The knocking out of the pillbox permitted the unit to continue its advance. Sergeant McFadyen constantly acted without consideration for his own safety. Home of Record: New York, MARR, LESTER V. Citation: His courage, skill and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. He led his patrol across an obstacle-strewn river, through armed outpost guards, and to an occupied town. Home of Record: Massachusetts, PETERS, RICHARD W. His courage and devotion beyond the call of duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. When the loader of a tank was wounded, Sergeant Chambers personally evacuated him, returning to reorganize the crew and continue with the action. While attempting to reach another man still inside the vehicle he was critically wounded. Awards are arranged by year and then by order number. A short time later the machine gun again opened fire, instantly killing Lieutenant O'Brien. gun and knocked it out before it could be put into action. He crawled to within ten yards of 200 enemy soldiers, obtained vital information and then returned to his platoon with the information as well as two prisoners. His devotion beyond the call of duty was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. His actions reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Citation: Citation: It was necessary for Sergeant Prokop to return and reorganize those who had been cut off by machine gun fire. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 79 (August 2, 1945) He fought his way to the side of his comrades and succeeded in bringing them to safety. He was frequently exposed to enemy fire. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Leslie R. Kenny (32853758), Private, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Troop C, 88th Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 6th Armored Division, in Germany on 8 March 1945. As a result of their actions, the command was able to accomplish its mission. Citation: He succeeded in forcing the enemy to cover. There he repulsed vicious enemy counterattacks by heavy tanks and artillery fire. Lieutenant Zuck was killed. After Sergeant Mazo had directed a successful defense of the position for six hours the enemy withdrew. His devotion to duty and personal courage reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Home of Record: New York, *SMITH, CLARENCE E. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to John B. Nadzam (0-383829), First Lieutenant (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 8th Armored Division in Germany on 6 April 1945. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Emmett J. Segrue (20900518), Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company C, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 28 March 1945. When his tank was disabled, Major Gurney dismounted to guide the attack on foot. Despite his injuries he led his men in the capture of pillboxes west of Berg, Germany. The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star Medal to Wilfred L. Murray, Jr. (36736132), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with Company C, 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany on 25 January 1945. Home of Record: Tennessee, THOMAS, FRANKLIN A. Headquarters, 8th Armored Division, General Orders Number 51 (1945) When his tank was struck by enemy fire, Corporal Thomas dismounted. 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