TECHNICIAN FIFTH GRADE RAYMOND H. KURTZ, 33594293, Medical Department, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy in Germany 5th March 1945, Corporal Kurtz, a medical aid man, carried out his duties in the face of heavy machine gun and mortar fire despite serious wounds which he had sustained. With a compound fracture of one leg, he crawled under fire to the assistance of three wounded men. He dragged another man to safety from a position exposed to small arms fire. His own strength failing, he then dragged himself to a house where he continued to give aid to other wounded men until he lost consciousness. In carrying out his missions of mercy, Corporal Kurtz, displayed gallantry that was beyond the call of duty. Entered the Military Service from Pennsylvania.

CAPTAIN JOHN M. GROGAN, 0467626, Medical Corps, United States Army, for meritorious achievement in connection with military operations against the enemy in Holland and Germany during the period from 25th February 1945 to 10th March 1945. As battalion surgeon, Captain Grogan worked incessantly for the welfare of his men. He personally supervised the work of his aid men in addition to his other duties. He went forward on one occasion without regard for his own safety, to evacuate two seriously wounded officers. Throughout the operation his quick thinking was a decisive factor. His actions are in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States and reflect credit on himself and the Military Service. Entered the Military Service from Minnesota.

CAPTAIN ALBERT J. GAUDET, 0536353, Medical Corps, United States Army, for meritorious achievement in connection with military operations against the enemy from 5th March 1945 to 24th April 1945, Captain Gaudet served as Assistant Battalion Surgeon. He handled his duties with great skill. When his unit was in combat he remained at his station constantly. Inspite of physical strain and difficult conditions under which he was forced to work, he rendered outstanding service at all times. On one occasion he organized medical personnel and led them to a town still subject to enemy mortar and artillery fire, in order to better care for casualties. His courage and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Rhode Island.

CAPTAIN JACK H. PFISTER, 1766758, Dental Corps, United States Army, for meritorious achievement in connection with military operations in Holland and Germany during the period from 25th February 1945 to 10th March 1945. Captain Pfister assisted in operations of the battalion aid station. Information was received that there were seriously wounded in a forward area. Captain Pfister, without consideration for himself, went forward to render aid. When the casualties were being removed, the area was subject to a heavy bombardment by artillery and mortars. Ignoring this barrage, Captain Pfister continued with the evacuation. His actions were an inspiration to all and reflect great credit on himself and the Military Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from North Dakota.

STAFF SERGEANT THOMAS C. WINTERS. 16031011, Medical Department, United States Army, for meritorious achievement in connection with military operations in Germany from 29th March 1945 to 6th April 1945. Serving with an aid station, Sergeant Winters rendered outstanding service under combat conditions. He directed the movement of the aid station with speed and efficiency, and on several occasions personally brought the aid station into to towns where troops were fighting, setting up under fire from artillery and mortar. On one occasion he volunteered to go forward on foot under constant fire to treat and evacuate four wounded. On another occasion he went in search of casualties of an infantry company. He was turned back four times by artillery and enemy counter-attacks, but persisted until he reached the casualties, treated and accomplished their evacuation. His actions were an inspiration to all, and reflect greatest credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Illinois.

TECHNICIAN THIRD GRADE NUNZIO J. VACCARO, 37475483, Medical Department, United States Army, for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in Germany 29th March 1945 and 2th April 1945. Sergeant Vaccaro volunteered to enter an enemy town, under heavy mortar and artillery fire, to evacuated wounded. After rendering aid to all casualties, he continued to advance on foot in search of other wounded. On another occasion he advanced 700 yards on foot in face of an enemy counter-attack to render aid and evacuate wounded. He was exposed to enemy fire on open terrain during this mission. His actions were an inspiration to all and reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Nebraska.

TECHNICIAN FOURTH GRADE WILLIAM DOYLE, 31302909, Medical Department, United States Army, for heroic service in connection with military operations in Germany on 5th March 1945. Sergeant Doyle exposed himself to fire of automatic weapons and small arms to evacuate the wounded of an infantry platoon. By commandeered two vehicles to use in evacuation. By creeping and crawling under the intense enemy fire, he organized medical aid under extremely adverse conditions. His actions showed great initiative and devotion to duty and reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Massachusetts.

TECHNICIAN FOURTH GRADE EDWARD E. VIEHMYER, 33565116, Medical Department, United States Army, for heroic service in connection with military operations in Germany 8th March 1945. Finding it impossible to move his one-quarter ton truck forward, he dismounted and proceeded on foot carrying as much equipment as possible. He moved among the pinned down infantry, administering aid and evacuating the wounded. His heroic action under intense fire saved the lives of several men and is in keeping with the highest traditions of the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Maryland.

CORPORAL JAMES A. Mc CONNELL, 32870986, Medical Department, United States Army, for heroic service in connection with military operations in Germany 29th March 1945. Corporal McConnell voluntarily left an aid station, under intense fire to treat and evacuate wounded. To reach the wounded he made several trips across terrain under direct enemy observation and fire. On another occasion he went forward on foot to render aid to three casualties. When artillery and mortar fire forced troops to take cover, he refused to leave the casualties until their evacuation had been accomplished. He then started searching forward areas for other wounded. His devotion to duty and courageous actions were an inspiration to all and reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from New York.

TECHNICIAN FIFTH GRADE JAMES E. SHIPE, 33440510, Medical Department, United States Army, for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in Germany from 5th March 1945 to 29th March 1945. A dental technician, Corporal Shipe volunteered to replace an injured aid man. Serving with an infantry company, he worked under small arms fire and concentrations of mortar and artillery fire. On one occasion he performed an emergency amputation in a house occupied by the enemy. He frequently volunteered for dangerous missions without regard to his own safety. His actions reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Pennsylvania.

TECHNICIAN FIFTH GRADE HENRY SELLENTHIN, 32870863, Medical Department, United States Army, for meritorious achievement in connection with military operations against the enemy in Germany on 5th April 1945 to 6th April 1945. Although assigned as a driver, Corporal Sellenthin volunteered to go to the aid of wounded of another company. When additional help was needed he made five trips after wounded soldiers, driving over roads no other friendly vehicle had traversed. His courage and determination resulted in early evacuation of many casualties, and reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from New York.

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS NICHOLAS S. VULPIS, 32861614, Medical Department, United States Army, for meritorious service in connection with military operations against the enemy in Germany 8th March 1945. Without regard for his own safety, Private Vulpis advanced under heavy artillery and sniper fire on two separate occasions to administer aid to wounded. To reach them he was forced to cross open terrain. His devotion to duty and personal courage were an inspiration to all and reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from New York.

PRIVATE FIRST CLASS MILAN J. BAGEL, 16169316, Medical Department, United States Army, for meritorious and heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in Holland 25th February 1945. While working as an aid man, Private Bagel entered a mine field under enemy artillery and small arms fire to give first aid to three seriously wounded men. In doing so, he crossed thru and worked in the mine field with complete disregard for his own safety. His action reflect greatest credit on himself and on the Military Service of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Illinois.

PRIVATE FRANK A. LEKOSKY, 36767855, Medical Department, United States Army, for heroic service in connection with military operations against the enemy in Germany 8th March 1945. Private Lekosky displayed outstanding courage and devotion to duty during the battle of Rheinburg, Germany. Working constantly under intense enemy fire, he administered first aid to and evacuated many of his wounded comrades. He moved about with complete disregard for his own safety. Private Lekosky's exemplary conduct under fire reflects great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States. Entered the Military Service from Illinois.

12 March 1945    

201-Vukich, George

Subject: Commendation.

TO : Pfc George Vukich, 35606522, Medical Detachment,
      49th Armd Inf Bn. (THRU: CO)

    1. I desire to personally commend you for heroic service, gallantry against the enemy in Rheinberg, Germany, 5 March 1945.

    2. I wish to specifically mention your personal initiative and daring during the above mentioned engagement. When you, although faced with constant danger from enemy fire, fulfilled your duties in a victorious manner. On one occasion I understand that you assisted in the amputation of a wounded soldiers leg.

    3. Your display of bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the armed forces of the United States. For your exceptional service I congratulate you.

    4. A copy of this commendation will be placed in your 201 file.

M. G. ROSEBOROUGH
Lt Col., 49th Armd Inf Bn
Commanding.

13 March 1945    

201-Vernese, Nicola A.

Subject: Commendation.

TO : Private Nicola A. Vernese, 42194244, Med Det,
    49th Armd Inf Bn. (Thru Commanding Officer)

    1. I desire to personally commend you for your gallantry and meritorious service in action against the enemy at Linfort, Winterswick and Rheinberg, Germany, on 5 and 6 March 1945.

    2. I wish to specifically mention the personal initiative and skill evidenced by you while performing your duties as an aid man on the battle field. It had been brought to my attention that, though under enemy fire, you, assisted by two of your fellow aid-men, performed an essential battle field amputation of the leg of a wounded officer using a German straight razor, and that your coolness and courage under fire were a constant inspiration and a comfort to wounded.

    3. Your utter disregard for your own personal safety and your obvious concern for the wounded, your devotion to duty, do not go unrecognized by your fellow soldiers nor by any officer of this command. I congratulate you.

    4. Having failed in an attempt to recognize this valuable service in the form of an award, I wish to use this means of letting you know that I think yours was an outstanding performance of duty.

    5. A copy of this commendation will be placed in your 201 file.

M. G. ROSEBOROUGH
Lt Col., 49th Armd Inf Bn
Commanding.