Vahlsing, 1LT William F. (7ID)
Headquarters, 7th Infantry Division
First Lieutenant William F. Vahlsing, 02028642,
Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company B,
32d Infantry, distinguished himself by meritorious
service during the period 15 October 1952 to 25
March 1953. During this period, Lieutenant
Vahlsing performed his duties as a Platoon Leader in
an exemplary manner. Despite the large
turnover of personnel due to rotation, Lieutenant
Vahlsing, through constant supervision and intensive
training, maintained his platoon at peak operating
efficiency. His extensive knowledge of his men
and their weapons, his superior tactical skill, and
his ability to make sound, accurate decisions
enabled Lieutenant Vahlsing to mold a
well-coordinated, highly effective fighting team.
Lieutenant Vahlsing's amiable personality and keen
sense of fairness, coupled with his outstanding
leadership, heightened the morale of the men under
his command and inspired them with confidence and
the desire to perform their duties to the utmost of
their ability. The meritorious service of
Lieutenant Vahlsing reflects great credit upon
himself and the military service. Entered the
Federal service from Pennsylvania.
Vakalopoulos, LT Georgios D. (3rd ID)
Valencia, 2LT Luis (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Valles, 1LT Justino (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Valentin, PVT German (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Van Antwerp, Chaplain Eugene I. (7th Marines)
CITATION IN PART:
On one occasion, when a rifle company on patrol
in the vicinity of Chiso-dong, Korea, encountered a
numerically superior enemy force and was held up by
intense small arms and automatic weapons fire, with
complete disregard for his own personal safety he
voluntarily moved forward of the front lines, over
open terrain, in order to rescue a wounded Marine.
Throughout the entire action, he worked tirelessly
and fearlessly in assisting in the treatment of
wounded Marines until he was seriously wounded by
enemy fire and had to be evacuated.
Van Horn, 1LT Eugene G. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Van Nostrand, CPL George J. (90tyh FAB, 25ID) (GO94, 29Aug50)
Van Orman, SGT Chester W. (24th ID)
General Orders No. 47 - 20 July 1950
Headquarters 24th Infantry Division Sergeant First Class Chester W. Van Orman, RA11016706,
Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company C, 19th Infantry Regiment, distinguished himself
by courageous action on 16 July 1950 near Taepyong-ni, Korea. The position of the second platoon
of Company C, 19th Infantry was being over-run by an enemy of superior force at which time Sergeant
Van Orman exposed himself to enemy fire by standing up and firing tracer bullets to direct the
firing of mortars on the enemy. He organized the remaining two platoons of Company C, setting
up a perimeter defense and then went to deliver a message to Company A. Finding Company A had
withdrawn, Sergeant Van Orman returned to his unit, remained in the rear until every man had
been withdrawn, then led the men through the mountainous terrain to join friendly forces. The
devotion to duty and outstanding leadership displayed by Sergeant Van Orman reflects great credit
on himself and the United States Army.
Van Rossum, SFC Donald E. (3ID)
Van Zandt, 1LT Harry C. (65th Inf., 3ID)
Vasquez, PFC Jose (24ID)
General Orders No. 52 - 22 July 1950
Headquarters 24th Infantry Division Private First Class Jose Vasquez, RA 19331924, Medical
Department, a member of Medical Company, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, is
awarded the Bronze Star Medal for heroic achievement. On 12 July 1950 at Chochiwon, Korea, Private
First Class Vasquez and a companion, while acting in the capacity of Company Aid Men for Company
"K" observed two wounded American soldiers lying between American and enemy positions. In the
face of heavy fire, these two soldiers twice attempted to reach their wounded comrades. Both
were wounded while making these attempts. On a final attempt, Private First Class Vasquez and
his companion reached the wounded soldiers and carried them to safety. By their heroism and
disregard for their own safety, Private First Class Vasquez and his companion brought credit
to themselves and the United States Army.
Vasquez, CPL Juan (65th Inf., 3ID)
Vasquez-Martinez, 2LT Benjamin (3ID)
Vaughn, Carl E. (PFC, CO H. 35th Inf. Regt.)
Vaughn, SGT Percy H. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 254 - 28 October 1950
Sergeant Percy H. Vaughn, RA31379632, Armor,
Headquarters and Service Company, 89th Medium Tank
Battalion, United States Army. While driving
an ammunition truck on 22 September 1950 resupplying
critically needed ammunition to Company D's tanks
during combat operations in Korea, Sergeant Vaughn's
vehicle was subjected to intense hostile mortar and
small arms fire which repeatedly hit the vehicle.
Remaining with the truck despite the intense hail of
enemy fire, Sergeant Vaughn continued to distribute
ammunition to the tanks, rendering emergency repairs
to the vehicle and drove it back to his
organization, thereby greatly assisting his fellow
tankers to continue their mission and saving the
vehicle from complete loss or further damage.
Sergeant Vaughn's courageous devotion to duty
reflects great credit upon himself and the United
States Army. Entered the military service from
Mississippi.
Vavrek, PFC John F. (2nd ID) (Co. L, 23d Inf. Regt.)
Vazquez-Claudio, SGT Julio (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vazquez-Laracuente, CPL (3rd ID)
Vasquez-Martinez, 2LT Benjamin (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Veeder, CPL Donald E. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vega, SGT 1C Efrain (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
(meritorious)
Headquarters, 3rd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 490 - 25 October 1951
Infantry, Company "L", 65th Infantry, 3d Infantry
Division, United States Army, 30 October 1950 to 3
August 1951, in Koea. Entered the military
service from Puerto Rico.
Vega, 1LT Felix (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vega, 1LT Forencio G. Jr. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vega, SGT Ramon A. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vega-Borrero, SGT 1C Francisco (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Veith, SFC Leon J. (3rd ID)
Velez, CPL Eladio (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Velez, SGT 1C Rene (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Venette, PFC Nelson J. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vera, 1LT Jose Jr. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vergara-Lopez, CPL Carlos (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vernon, PVT Raymond A. (2ID) (posthumous)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 306 - 8 September 1952
The Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device is
posthumously awarded to Private Raymond A. Vernon,
US51134261, Infantry, United States Army, a member
of Company E, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry
Division, who distinguished himself by heroism in
action on 21 July 1952 in the vicinity of Chorwon,
North Korea. On that date, Private Vernon was a
member of a squad-sized patrol which was sent out in
front of the Main Line of Resistance. Returning to
friendly lines, they were attacked by a numerically
superior enemy force. A fierce fire fight followed
and numerous casualties were inflicted upon the
enemy. The patrol leader ordered three men to go for
reinforcements while the others gave them covering
fire. Before the reinforcements could return, the
remaining members of the patrol were overpowered by
the enemy. Through his courageous actions, three of
his comrades were able to reach safety, and numerous
enemy casualties were inflicted. The heroism in
action displayed by Private Vernon reflects great
credit upon himself and the military service.
Entered the Federal service from New Jersey.
Vest, James Edward (Company C, 1343rd Eng. Combat Btn)
Vetort, 1LT Herman J. (65th Inf., 3rd ID) (3 awards)
Vicens, CAPT Enrique A. (65th Inf., 3rd ID) (2 awards)
Vickery, 1LT Grady M. (1st Oak Leaf Cluster) )35th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO83, 29Aug50)
Vickery received four Bronze Stars.
Vierra, PFC Manuel Jr. (25ID)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 239 - 22 October 1950
Private First Class Manuel Vierra Jr.,
RA19343386, Quartermaster Corps, 25th Quartermaster
Company, United States Army. From 25 September
to 8 October 1950 Private First Class Vierra
rendered outstanding service as supply clerk in
charge of petroleum supplies during the conflict in
Korea. Operating fuel points along the route
of advance of the Division, Private First Class
Vierra surmounted many difficult problems arising
from adverse weather, terrain, enemy action and the
constantly changing tactical situation in order to
furnish fuel to the combat units. His tireless
devotion to duty greatly assisted his unit to
accomplish its mission and reflects great credit
upon himself and the United States Army.
Entered the military service from California.
Vignovich, SGT 1C Radomir (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 458 - 29 November 1952
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Sergeant First Class Radomir Vignovich, RA17170576,
Infantry, United States Army, a member of Tank
Company, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry
Division, who distinguished himself by heroic
achievement on 19 September 1952 in the vicinity of
Chorwon, North Korea. On that date, Sergeant
Vignovich was commander of a tank ordered to gain
the top of Hill 266, “Old Baldy”, and support
Infantry units in their attempt to secure the crest.
Maneuvering through minefields and heavy artillery
fire to reach the foot of the hill and disregarding
the fact that spare ammunition on the rear deck was
burning fiercely, he took his tank up the steep
slope and assumed a position from where he could
give supporting fire. He kept his tank firing,
despite a hail of incoming mortar and artillery
rounds, until almost out of ammunition. At that
time, an anti-tank grenade scored a direct hit on
the turret, disabling the gun and seriously wounding
the gunner. Disregarding his own painful wounds, he
applied first aid to his gunner, stopping the flow
of blood and holding him in his seat throughout the
return trip down the rough terrain to an aid
station. The heroic actions of Sergeant Vignovich
saved the life of his wounded comrade and reflect
great credit upon himself and the military service.
Entered the Federal service from Iowa.
Vilandre, CPL Richard A. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 233 - 28 June 1951
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Corporal Richard A. Vilandre, RA17261199, Artillery,
United States Army, a member of Battery C, 38th
Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 17
and 18 May 1951 in the vicinity of Pung-chon-ni,
Korea. During the course of an enemy attack,
Corporal Vilandre left his covered position and
under heavy enemy fire brought a wounded machine
gunner to safety. He then returned to the machine
gun and manned the weapon during the remainder of
the action. This act was instrumental in helping to
repel the enemy attack. The heroism displayed by
Corporal Vilandre reflects great credit upon himself
and the military service. Home of record: Crary
(Ramsey County) North Dakota.
[Corporal Vilandre was born in 1932 and died in
1966.]
Vilandre, CPL Richard A. (2ID) (1st Bronze Oak Leaf
Cluster)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 655- 31 October 1951
The First Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster to the Bronze
Star Medal with V Device is awarded to Corporal
Richard A. Vilandre, RA17261199, Artillery, United
States Army, a member of Battery C, 38th Field
Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, who
distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 29
July 1951 in the vicinity of Tera-san, Korea. On
this date Corporal Vilandre, a member of a forward
observer party, was ordered to return to the rear to
procure a radio to replace the set which had been
destroyed by enemy mortar fire. During his absence
the unit advanced into the attack as scheduled. Upon
his return, friendly elements were pinned down by
intense flanking hostile machine gun and mortar
fire, with his party located in the most forward
position. Corporal Vilandre, with complete disregard
for his personal safety and the intense enemy fire,
proceeded to his unit’s position. As a result of his
devotion to duty, friendly artillery fire was
directed upon hostile machine gun positions,
inflicting numerous enemy casualties and greatly
aided in the successful accomplishment of his unit’s
mission. The heroism in action displayed by Corporal
Vilandre reflects great credit upon himself and the
military service. Entered the military service from
Crary, North Dakota.
Vilar, MSGT Angel N. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Villalobos-Melendez, PFC Demetrio (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Villegas, SGT 1C Antonio P. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Villot-Nazario, CPL Luis (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vincent, CAPT Doyle C. l(7ID) (1st Oak Leaf Cluster)
Department of the Army
General Orders No. 43 - 24 June 1955 Captain Doyle C. Vincent, Armor (then Infantry), Army
of the United States, Headquarters Company First Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry
Division, distinguished himself by heroic achievement in action against an enemy of the United
States near Untaek, Korea, on 27 November 1950. During an engagement in which his battalion
was the principal friendly participant, two vehicles were abandoned in territory afterward held
by the enemy. On the day following the engagement, Captain Vincent, the battalion motor officer,
led a 6-man patrol nearly 20 miles into territory occupied by enemy forces with the mission
of recovering these vehicles. Although repeatedly subjected to enemy harassing fire, Captain
Vincent executed his mission with such personal courage, leadership, and professional competence
that the recovery mission was completely successful, and two vitally needed vehicles were recovered
without casualties to Captain Vincent's party. Captain Vincent's performance of duty on this
occasion reflects great credit on himself, his organization, and the United States Army.
Vincent, Pvt. Leonard J. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 102 - 10 May 1951 The Bronze Star with Metal “V” Device is awarded to
Private Leonard J. Vincent, RA12329624, Armor, United States Army, a member of Tank Company, 9th
Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who distinguished himself by heroic achievement on 28
November 1950 in the vicinity of Pugwon, Korea. While his unit was engaging numerically superior
enemy forces, the tank in which Private Vincent was bow-gunner received a direct hit from an
enemy rocket which disabled the tank and started a fire in the turret. Although he was unable to
assist in extinguishing the fire, he remained calm and continued to fire upon the enemy until
ordered to abandon the tank. Dismounting from the tank, he engaged the assaulting enemy with
point blank fire with his individual weapon and, while being forced back, was wounded in the
leg. With complete disregard for his personal safety, and although in great pain, he
courageously assisted other wounded men to friendly lines. The heroism displayed by Private
Vincent reflects great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the military
service from New Jersey.
Vincent, PVT Leonard J. (2ID) (1st Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 167 - 16 June 1951 The Bronze Star with Metal “V” Device (First Bronze
Oak Leaf Cluster) is awarded to Private Leonard J. Vincent, RA12329624, Armor, United States
Army, a member of Tank Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who distinguished
himself by heroic achievement on 11 February 1951, in the vicinity of Hoengsong, Korea. On that
date, he was a driver of a tank which was part of a tank force in support of friendly troops.
During an attack by a numerically superior enemy force, the friendly positions were overrun. The
enemy established a roadblock on the route of withdrawal. While attempting to break the
roadblock, his tank was hit by a rocket-type projectile, which damaged his periscopes beyond
repair. With complete disregard of his own safety, Private Vincent opened his hatch in order to
get a better view, despite a devastating stream of automatic and rocket type weapon fire. At
this point his tank was hit in the front, and Private Vincent was struck in the face with
fragments. Only after his tank had been hit again and burst into flames did he abandon it. The
undaunted courage and devotion to duty of Private Vincent reflect great credit upon himself and
the military service. Entered the military service from New Jersey.
[KWE Note: He was captured here and RTMC to 1953. He was previously WIA 3 Spt 50, RTD 3 Spt; WIA
26 or 28 Nov 50, RTD 25 Jan 51. His 1st BSV was for Kunu-ri action.] Vivier, PFC Vincent (Army)
Headquarters, Department of the Army
General Orders No. 39 - 31 July 1957 Private First Class Vincent Vivier, United States Army,
distinguished himself by heroism on "Old Baldy" Hill, Korea, on 18 September 1952. When an enemy
attack succeeding in overrunning forward positions and threatened to capture the entire position,
Private Vivier maintained accurate and deadly fire from his machine gun on the attacking force.
Despite heavy enemy mortar and small arms fire directly on his bunker, Private Vivier held his
position until his weapon became useless. By his courage and deliberate calmness Private Vivier
inflicted severe casualties on the enemy and repulsed the assault. His devotion to duty reflects
great credit on himself and the military service.
Vizcarrondo, PVT Joaquin (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vizuete, MSGT Roy (B Co., 5th Rgt., 1CAV)
Vlamos, 1LT Theodore (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Vogeley, Theodore R. (USN)
Vogelgesang, CAPT Ernest J. (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Volk, PFC Charles E. (3rd ID)
Vollink, PFC Keneneth (65th Inf., 3rd ID)
Voltmer, Ralph C. (USN)
Vote, Ralph Burns Jr. (27th Inf.)
Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division
General Orders No. 499 - 16 August 1951
Lieutenant Colonel Ralph B. Vote, Jr., 051818,
Military Police Corps, 25th Military Police Company,
United States Army. On the morning of 7 March
1951 near P'abalmak, Korea, friendly forces were
concentrating for an assault crossing of the Han
River. During the entire operation, Lieutenant
Colonel Vote personally patrolled on foot that
portion of the road which ran directly past the
observation post. Although the route was under
heavy mortar and artillery bombardment, he
repeatedly exposed himself to bursting shells to
maintain an even flow of traffic through the impact
area to the crossing site. His calm demeanor
and resolute leadership in the performance of a
vital mission were an inspiration to his associates
and greatly facilitated the establishment of a firm
bridgehead on the north bank of the Han.
Lieutenant Colonel Vote's valorous actions and
unremitting devotion to duty reflect great credit on
himself, his unit and the Untied States Army.
Entered the military service from Colorado.
Von Kaenel, CAPT John C. (3ID)
Headquarters, 3ID
General Orders No. 33 - 7 February 1953 Award of the Bronze Star Medal (Second Bronze Oak-leaf
Cluster) for meritorious service in connection with military operations against an enemy of
the United Stated is awarded to Captain John C. Von Kaenel, 0450329, Infantry, Company A, 15th
Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army, 6 October 1952 to 5 January 1953,
in Korea. Entered the Federal service from South Carolina.
Voss, SGT Harold R. (2ID)
Headquarters, 2nd Infantry Division
General Orders No. 199 - 8 June 1953
The Bronze Star Medal with V Device is awarded to
Sergeant Harold R. Voss, US55163577, Infantry,
United States Army, Tank Company, 38th Infantry
Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, who distinguished
himself by heroic achievement on 21 March, 1953, in
the vicinity of Changnam-Myon, North Korea. On that
date an ammunition bunker containing approximately
220 rounds of 76 mm ammunition received a direct hit
from enemy artillery causing a fire and several
secondary explosions. Quickly analyzing the
situation and realizing the danger that prevailed,
Sergeant VOSS immediately ordered his comrades to
remain at their bunker, a place of comparative
safety, and in spite of incoming enemy artillery
fire and the ever present danger of exploding
shells, proceeded to extinguish the fire. Through
his calmness, he was able to prevent possible injury
to his crew and destruction of his tank and
ammunition supply. The devotion to duty displayed by
Sergeant Voss, in the face of personal danger,
reflects great credit upon himself and the military
service. Entered the Federal service from Iowa.
Vunstich, PFC Charles C. (27th Inf. Rgt., 25ID) (GO50, 8Aug50)
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