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Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 7 - July 23, 1950
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Private First Class Charles Allen Tabor (ASN: RA-15380543), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. Private First Class Tabor distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces near Taepyon-ni, Korea, on 16 July 1950. During an attack by a superior enemy force, the enemy knocked out two of the 60 millimeter mortars by small arms fire. Private First Class Tabor stayed at his position with the one remaining mortar and continued to fire. The base plate of the remaining mortar was destroyed but he held the hot tube in his hands and continued to fire it until all the ammunition was exhausted. During this heroic action he suffered a broken arm.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 893 - September 29, 1953
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Captain (Infantry) Thomas H. Tackaberry (ASN: 0-60504), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company K, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Captain Tackaberry distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Chorwon, Korea, on 9 September 1952. On that morning, Captain Tackaberry voluntarily left the comparative safety of his command post and moved across a minefield under intense enemy artillery fire to aid a United Nations patrol that had become confused and disorganized when it commander became a casualty. Upon arrival at the scene, Captain Tackaberry, exposing himself to heavy small arms fire, immediately organized litter teams to take care of the wounded and then dispersed the men in small groups to minimize the danger. After instructing the lead group as to the safest route of withdrawal, Captain Tackaberry remained in the rear and covered the group's withdrawal with his own weapon until he was assured that the men had reached the safety of the main line of resistance. Through his courageous actions Captain Tackaberry prevented heavy casualties and saved the lives of many men already wounded. The extraordinary heroism exhibited by Captain Tackaberry on this occasion reflects great credit on himself and is in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service.
General Orders: Department of the Army
General Orders No. 64 - June 30, 1952
Private First Class Paul B. Taft, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company B, 17th Infantry Regiment, distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against the enemy near Soju-ri, Korea, on 17 November 1950. The advance of his platoon, with an accompanying tank, was stopped by intense cross-fire from two enemy machine guns flanked by riflemen. Private Taft ran through the fire-swept area and, although seriously wounded twice, succeeded in reaching the tank and directing its effective fire on the enemy machine gun before dying from his wounds. His heroic action resulted in elimination of the hostile positions and routing the enemy by his comrades. His inspiring courage and gallant self-sacrifice will remain forever as a symbol of the utmost heroism among fighting men.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 817 - September 06, 1953
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Rudolph M. Tamez (ASN: 0-67766), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Commanding an Infantry Company of the 32d Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. First Lieutenant Tamez distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Kumhwa, Korea, on 15 October 1952. On that date, Lieutenant Tamez led his men through a heavy enemy barrage in an assault on commanding terrain features. As his troops approached the objective, the enemy added a concentrated barrage of small arms fire to the artillery fire. Realizing the consequences of a stalemate, Lieutenant Tamez bravely exposed himself to the enemy fire in order to move throughout the area, reorganizing his men and urging them forward. Through his brilliant leadership, the company was successful in securing a section of the objective. When Lieutenant Tamez realized that the objective of an adjacent company had not been taken, he voluntarily led a group of his men back across the valley floor, integrating remnants of the other unit with his own. Lieutenant Tamez led the force in a spirited assault which resulted in the ultimate capture of that sector of the position. After aiding in the evacuation of the wounded, Lieutenant Tamez returned to his unit's position on the hill and remained there, assisting his men in holding against enemy counter-attacks.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 42 - January 25, 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private First Class Clovis R. Taylor (ASN: RA-18005785), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Private First Class Taylor distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces near Yongsan, Korea on the Naktong-gang River line, during the period from 31 August 1950 through 7 September 1950. On the night of 31 August 1950 the enemy launched an all-out attack in overwhelming numbers against the thinly held lines of the Ninth Infantry Regiment and was attempting to make a complete breakthrough and take Miryang, the gateway to Pusan. Private Taylor was part of a group of men from Companies H and D, Ninth Infantry who, during the initial phase of the enemy attack, were surrounded and cut off by the enemy. This group formed a small perimeter defense in an attempt to hold this ground and to slow down the general advance of the enemy. The perimeter was constantly subjected to intense enemy small arms, automatic weapons, mortar, and artillery fire and the enemy made continuous fanatical attacks against their position in an attempt to dislodge them. On 1 September 1950, Private Taylor was in the midst of every fire-fight and continually encouraged all those present by his actions and utter contempt for the enemy. He was wounded during one of the attacks but refused medical aid as medical supplies were low and there were others more seriously wounded who needed medical attention. On 2 September 1950, Corporal Taylor observed a long column of enemy climbing Hill 209 carrying large mortars with them which could be used against the men in the perimeter if set upon Hill 209. Expecting them to stop for rest before they reached the top of the hill, he had his machine-gun section held their fire. True to his expectations, the enemy column did stop for rest, and he directed the fire of his machine-gun section so effectively that sixty-seven of the enemy were killed and the mortars were destroyed. On 3 September 1950, during a particularly vicious enemy attack, Private Taylor, with utter disregard for his own personal safety, stood in a fully exposed position and alone killed twenty-five enemy with his rifle. On 4 September 1950, it was decided to abandon the perimeter and to leave in small groups and attempt to reach friendly lines. Private Taylor led six men through enemy territory, engaging in numerous fire-fights with the enemy, and finally arrived safely with all but two of his men.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 935 - October 17, 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Royal R. Taylor, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as Executive Officer, 2d Battalion, 32d Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division. Lieutenant Colonel Taylor distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Chorwon, Korea, on 10 July 1953. On that date, Colonel Taylor assumed command of a battalion contesting the enemy for the control of an important position. Without regard for his own safety, Colonel Taylor entered the trenches and bunkers, re-established communication, organized small unit counterattacks, and personally issued grenades and ammunition to his men. Despite the intense enemy small-arms, artillery and mortar fire blanketing the entire area, Colonel Taylor fearlessly moved about the United Nations positions, encouraging and inspiring the men and personally directed and assisted in the evacuation of the dead and wounded. On one occasion, Colonel Taylor's bunker received a direct hit form an enemy artillery shell, destroying the position and burying him in the debris. After being dug out, Colonel Taylor refused evacuation and led his subordinate through a hail of enemy fire to reestablish the command post at a more forward position. Upon receiving orders to withdraw, Colonel Taylor directed the orderly movement of the troops and supervised the evaluation of the casualties, refusing to leave until arrangements were completed for the removal of all personnel.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army, Korea
General Orders No. 232 - 23 April 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Master Sergeant Robert A. Tedford (RA 06573405), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as a tank commander with the 25th Reconnaisssance Company, 25th Infantry Division. Master Sergeant Tedford distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Pongon-ni, Korea, on 12 August 1950. Master Sergeant Tedford led his tank and one other tank into Pongon-ni with the mission of dislodging the enemy and supporting the unit's supply route. Realizing he was greatly outnumbered upon entering the town, he exposed himself in his turrent to obtain better visibility in directing his driver and gunner. Sergeant Tedford refused to close the hatch on his tank and remained exposed while employing the .50 caliber machine-gun, and delivered a deadly hail of fire into the ranks of the enemy. With utter disregard for his personal safety, he continued to fire his weapon until he was killed. The accuracy of Sergeant Tedford's fire accounted for approximately fifty enemy dead, and his actions contributed materially to reopening the main supply route. Home Town: Los Angeles
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 76 - 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Bernard George Teeters, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. Lieutenant Colonel Teeters distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces near Chungam-ni, Korea, on 19 and 20 September 1950. Colonel Teeters' battalion launched an attack on Chungam-ni, the initial battalion objective in the Pusan perimeter breakthrough. A ridge occupied by a numerically superior, fanatical, and determined enemy commanded the approach. At 0800 hours on 19 September 1950, immediately upon crossing the line of departure, the attacking elements as well as the battalion command post and the reserve company were subjected to intense and uncannily accurate machine-gun, artillery, and mortar fire. When it became apparent that the attack was faltering and many casualties were imminent, Colonel Teeters purposely rose from his position of safety, exposing himself to the enemy with the view of instilling courage and aggressiveness in the wavering attack elements. The attacking force, inspired by his action, rallied and pressed forward. He then calmly moved forward with the lead attacking elements and, in full view of the enemy, directed and coordinated the attack. As a result of his skillful, heroic, and inspirational leadership, the strategic ridge was secured and many of the enemy were killed. On the morning of 20 September 1950, he prepared and coordinated an attack plan for the final assault upon Chungam-ni. As the lead elements prepared to launch their attack, the enemy again concentrated a furious and withering blanket of artillery fire on the position. Colonel Teeters, again moved from his position of safety and, with utter disregard for the hostile fire, reconnoitered a relatively safe route which enabled the companies to advance with a minimum of casualties. The skillful leadership, calmness, and confidence displayed by Colonel Teeters contributed immeasurably to the successful accomplishment of the battalion's mission.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 120 - October 18, 1950
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to First Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Earnest P. Terrell (ASN: 0-1688591), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Battery A, 11th Field Artillery Battalion, 24th Infantry Division. First Lieutenant Terrell distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces near Taejon, Korea, during the period 19 July to 24 July 1950. On 19 July 1950, in a defensive position north of Taejon, Lieutenant Terrell kept his six 155-mm. howitzers firing throughout a twelve hour enemy artillery barrage during which accurate counter-battery fire was placed on his position killing several of his men and wounding many more. That night he displaced his battery to positions within the city of Taejon. Early on the morning of 20 July 1950 enemy tanks broke through the infantry lines and into the howitzer positions firing on them with tank guns and machineguns. Lieutenant Terrell personally directed the shifting of two of his howitzers to place direct fire on these tanks, destroying one and rapidly driving the remainder away. He kept his men firing despite enemy artillery and sniper fire. By mid-afternoon elements of enemy infantry had entered the city and Lieutenant Terrell was ordered to evacuate his position with whatever equipment he could save. He immediately evacuated all his battery personnel retaining only twelve men to help him retrieve the five remaining howitzers from an area now under enemy small arms fire. He successfully retrieved the howitzers and rejoined the convoy leaving the city. The blazing city was infested with enemy snipers and the roads leading out were blocked. Lieutenant Terrell was on a 3/4-ton truck which was destroyed by a direct hit. To prevent the road from being blocked he helped push the truck off the road. Three enlisted men assisting him at this time were killed. Climbing on one of his M-5 tractors he continued through the flaming part of the city and three miles out on the road which leads to Yong-dong. At that point he again encountered a road block and enemy machinegun fire hit the tractor causing the driver to lose control and crash into a telephone pole off the road. He again climbed aboard the next passing tractor and proceeded five miles on a road clogged with damaged vehicles. Here he dismounted and directed men to remove all of the injured and dead from the stalled vehicles. He then instructed his tractor driver to push all of the vehicles off the road with the tractor. It was while clearing the road at this point that Lieutenant Terrell sustained injuries from enemy mortar fire. After assisting in loading the over crowded remaining vehicles with wounded, Lieutenant Terrell directed that they proceed. He then joined a foot party. Lieutenant Terrell continued on to the south through the mountains with a small party. By the evening of 24 July 1950, dressed in native clothing and weak from hunger and exposure, Lieutenant Terrell arrived at the area of the 8th Cavalry Regiment. The extraordinary valor displayed by First Lieutenant Terrell on this occasion reflects the highest credit on himself and the military service.
Headquarters, Far East Command
General Orders No. 207 - August 13, 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major General Gerald Carthrae Thomas (MCSN: 0-984/90274), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as Commanding General, First Marine Division (Reinforced), in action against enemy aggressor forces near the Yang-gu-Inje Line, Korea, from 22 May to 20 June 1951. Major General Thomas' division was committed to dislodging fanatical hostile forces from their well-fortified and stubbornly defended positions north of the Yang-gu-Inje Line. After seizing the objective area, it became apparent that its successful defense required further advance in the rugged, mountainous region northward. General Thomas, displaying a superb mastery of military tactics, terrain evaluation, and aggressive, determined spirit, pressed forward and, through a series of skillful division maneuvers, secured vital key terrain features against bitter hostile resistance. To insure maximum utilization of the capabilities of the command, he maintained close personal liaison with the forward element and his presence over extended periods of time and during the peak of bitterest fighting served as a strong, steadying influence and set a lasting example of valor for his officers and men. Constantly vulnerable to hostile fire, he narrowly escaped death on one occasion when the helicopter in which he was riding came under a vicious barrage of mortar and artillery fire. His unflinching courage under fire, inspirational leadership and deep concern for the welfare of his men, contributed to the repeated success achieved by his command.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 370 - April 8, 1953
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Private First Class John L. Thornton (ASN: US-55084926), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with an Infantry Company of the 179th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division. Private First Class Thornton distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Songnae-dong, Korea, on 6 November 1952. On that date, Private Thornton was in a friendly position which was assaulted by an enemy force of estimated company strength. Unable to use machine-guns because of the route taken by the attacking forces, Private Thornton was advised to withdraw; however, realizing that he and his men were the only friendly troops remaining in the sector, he elected to hold his position. He organized a three-man perimeter defense and moved to the open ground in front of the position, bringing heavy and accurate rifle fire to bear on the enemy. When the hostile forces attacked with grenades, Private Thornton caught two of them in mid-air and hurled them back at the assailants; a third grenade exploded in his hand, blinding and partially paralyzing him. In spite of his condition, Private Thornton seized an enemy soldier who had closed with him and after a desperate struggle, hurled him down a hill. He then held his position until a friendly counterattacking force arrived and successfully repulsed the enemy.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 79 - February 17, 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) John Lathrop Throckmorton (ASN: 0-19732), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as Commanding Officer of the 5th Regimental Combat Team, 24th Infantry Division. Lieutenant Colonel Throckmorton distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the Waewan-Kumchon area of Korea, on 17 and 18 September 1950. On these dates the 5th Cavalry Regiment attacked the key cities of Waegwan and Kumchon, capturing them, and succeeded in breaking the iron ring of the Pusan perimeter. During the entire successful engagement, Colonel Throckmorton personally directed the assaults of his forward battalions and front line companies. With utter disregard for his own personal safety, he moved from position to position along the entire front, exposing himself to heavy enemy small-arms, mortar, and direct tank fire in order to command his troops with the utmost effectiveness. East of Kumchon he assumed a position with the lead tanks some three hundred yards in advance of the foremost infantry. Despite intense enemy fire, which hit two friendly tanks in his immediate vicinity, he remained in his exposed position to personally supervise the movement of the leading tanks and infantry assault companies. His gallant leadership under the most adverse conditions inspired the men of his command to fight with an unconquerable will to succeed.
Department of the Army
General Orders No. 26 - 3 April 1954
Sergeant First Class Jack P. Tolbert, Infantry, United States Army, a member of Company B, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against an armed enemy of the United Nations near Kumhwa, Korea, on 11 June 1953. He was one of two outpost guards on the main line of resistance when the area came under a heavy artillery and mortar bombardment. Observing a hostile infantryman approaching the position, he shouted a warning to the other sentinel and to the guard at the command post, thus enabling them to alert other elements of the imminent attack. Seconds later, the enemy soldier hurled a fragmentation grenade into the bunker. Fully aware of the danger involved, Sergeant Tolbert stepped on the missile in an attempt to dispose of it or lessen its explosive effect and received the full impact of the explosion. Although critically wounded in this display of valor, his prompt and unhesitating action prevented serious injury to his comrade. Inspired by his unflinching courage, the troops fought with great tenacity and skill, inflicted numerous casualties, and contained the assault. Sergeant Tolbert's inspirational conduct and consummate devotion to duty reflect the highest credit on himself and uphold the esteemed traditions of the military service.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army, Korea
General Orders No. 275 (May 20, 1952)
Home Town: Whatcom, Washington
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Richard R. Trenholm (RA19403870), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as a Medical Aidman with an Infantry Company of the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Private Trenholm distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Pia-ri, Korea, on 12 September 1951. On that date, Private Trenholm accompanied a force of infantrymen as they engaged in an assault against a heavily fortified, enemy-held hill. In the initial phase of the attack, the friendly troops were subjected to a heavily fortified, enemy-held hill. In the initial phase of the attack, the friendly troops were subjected to a heavy volume of automatic weapons and mortar fire. Many fell wounded, including Private Trenholm, who was severely wounded by an exploding mortar shell. Bleeding profusely and in great pain, Private Trenholm heard a wounded comrade call for aid. Although seriously weakened, he forced himself to his feet, made his way to the stricken soldier, and rendered aid. After assuring himself that the man was safe, Private Trenholm climbed painfully to a ridge to answer a second call for help. Upon reaching the hapless man, he dressed his wounds. Realizing that the soldier had to be evacuated for further treatment, Private Trenholm attempted to carry him down the exposed slope. While engaged in this task, a sudden burst of enemy machine-gun fire ended his life.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army, Korea
General Orders No. 572 (July 22, 1951)
Home Town: Kitsap, Washington
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William P. Trinen (0-1996377), First Lieutenant (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company C, 72d Medium Tank Battalion, 2d Infantry Division. First Lieutenant Trinen distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Changyong, Korea. On the night of 31 August 1950, Lieutenant Trinen was designated to command a task force, consisting of five tanks and an infantry platoon, with the mission of opening an escape route for an infantry battalion which had been completely encircled by the enemy. At first contact, the advanced enemy elements, stunned by the aggressive ferocity of the task force's attack, retreated in panic. As Lieutenant Trinen's unit moved further forward, the reorganized enemy, backed by seemingly unlimited reserves, launched a massed attack. During this action, the infantry platoon leader was killed and Lieutenant Trinen immediately opened the turret of his lead tank and directed the infantry attack by arm and hand signals. Despite hits on his tank by enemy anti-tank weapons and satchel charges, he continued to press forward in the attack, forcing the major elements of the enemy force to withdraw to the protection of a nearby slope. The aggressive leadership, courage and sound tactical judgment displayed by First Lieutenant Trinen resulted in the success of the mission.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 425 - June 12, 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Sergeant Joseph M. Truitt (ASN: RA-14276625), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Sergeant Truitt distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Chang-nak, Korea, on 19 September 1950. On that date, Company I was attacked by a strong enemy force and forced to withdraw from positions on Hill 201. The withdrawing unit was hampered by numerous casualties inflicted by the enemy and was forced to leave four seriously wounded men on the hill. Sergeant Truitt, a member of the Regimental Intelligence and Reconnaissance Platoon which was in position at the base of the hill, volunteered to climb three hundred and fifty yards to attempt to rescue them. As he neared the position, an enemy grenade exploded close by, knocking him down and wounding him in the chest. Despite the intense enemy fire and the pain from his wound, he continued up the fire-swept slope until he reached the wounded men. After administering first aid to the four stricken men, he carried one of them to a safe position at the foot of the hill. The heroic act of Sergeant Truitt so inspired one of his comrades that he volunteered to assist in the rescue operation, and together they succeeded in bringing two more of the wounded men down the slope to safety. During this second trip, Sergeant Truitt was knocked down twice by enemy grenades exploding close to him, but each time he regained his feet and continued on his self-imposed mission. Although weakened by loss of blood, and with enemy fire on the area increasing in intensity, he made a third trip up the hillside and succeeded in bringing the last of the wounded men to safety.
Headquarters, Far East Command
General Orders No. 47 - 22 October 1950
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major General William H. Tunner, United States Air Force, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as Commanding General, Combat Cargo Command (Provisional), Far East Air Forces, in action against enemy forces in the Republic of Korea on 20 October 1950. General Tunner masterfully executed the loading, transporting, and dropping of troops of the 187th Regimental Combat Team of the 11th Airborne Division in its daring behind-the-lines operation in the Sukchon-Songchon area north of Pyongyang, Korea, designed to trap the enemy and seal off his escape routes. General Tunner personally led the flight of transports over the drop zones approximately thirty-five miles behind enemy front lines in an area known to contain enemy ground forces and anti-aircraft batteries. After the discharge of airborne troops together with their supporting materiel, General Tunner again led his transports over the area to drop necessary supplies to the units until they could joint forces with United Nations' elements driving relentlessly north. General Tunner, through his extraordinary operational skill and his bold execution of daring plans, accomplished with notable precision and success an airborne feat that included an unprecedented drop of heavy equipment in combat, and transported a friendly fighting force deep behind enemy lines.
Headquarters, Far East Command
General Orders No. 44 - October 22, 1950
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Private First Class Harold Anton Twedt (MCSN: 1113560), United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company A, First Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Provisional Marine Brigade (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Force, Pacific, in action against enemy aggressor forces in the Republic of Korea on 18 August 1950. In an assault on a strongly defended ridge line, Private First Class Twedt's automatic rifle platoon was pinned down by heavy fire from an enemy machine-gun and was unable to continue its advance. With absolute disregard for his own safety, he exposed himself to intense enemy fire in order to gain a position with a better field of fire for his weapon; and, although mortally wounded in this action, he continued to deliver a heavy volume of accurate fire against the enemy position until it was silenced. The valorous act in which he gallantly gave his life for his country enabled his platoon to continue its advance and to subsequently capture its objective.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 417 - June 9, 1951
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Sergeant First Class Max M. Tybroski, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Sergeant First Class Tybroski distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Chaun-ni, Korea, on 18 May 1951. On that date, Sergeant First Class Tybroski's company was subjected to a savage attack by a numerically superior enemy force while manning defensive positions near Chaun-ni. With complete disregard for his personal safety, and heedless of the intense enemy fire, Sergeant Tybroski led his platoon to positions on high ground to the enemy's flank from which flanking fire could be brought to bear on the hostile positions. The aggressive leadership and courageous actions of Sergeant Tybroski in executing this flanking movement resulted in 150 of the enemy being killed, and diverted the hostile fire to his platoon's position, thereby enabling the remainder of his battalion to effect an orderly withdrawal with minimum casualties.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 12 (July 28, 1950)
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Sergeant Russell P. Tyler, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division. Sergeant Tyler distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces north of Taejon, Korea, on 10 July 1950. On this date, Sergeant Tyler's platoon was engaged in a counterattack which, largely due to his outstanding leadership, was successful in attaining its objective. During the fight he was wounded in the knee; but ignoring his own injuries, he rescued a fellow soldier who was wounded and lying in front of the position by going to his aid in the face of sniper and machine-gun fire. He also directed accurate mortar fire on enemy positions. He refused to be evacuated until the position had been consolidated and darkness had fallen. The next day, hearing that his company was being overrun, he left the hospital and, gathering up a group of stragglers, organized a roadblock with a view to stopping the enemy advance. He continued to direct the activities of the men comprising the roadblock until the enemy overran the position and he was ordered to withdraw.
Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army
General Orders No. 278 - May 31, 1952
The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major (Infantry), [then Captain] Stanley C. Tyrrell, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving as Commanding Officer Company F, 2d Battalion, 23d Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division. Major Tyrrell distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces in the vicinity of Konmae-ri, Korea, on 28 January 1951. On that date, while en route to rescue a reconnaissance patrol that had been surrounded by the enemy, Major Tyrrell's company encountered two bodies of hostile troops, one of company strength and the other numbering approximately sixty men. Although heavy fire came pouring down on the friendly troops from all sides, Major Tyrrell, setting a personal example of utter fearlessness, led his men against the foe and, after a bitter engagement, the friendly force routed the enemy from the area with heavy casualties. Then, proceeding on his mission, the company made its way to the ambushed patrol. Upon reaching the area, Major Tyrrell found a wounded friendly soldier who informed him that eight members of his patrol had been killed and the remainder taken prisoner. The next day Major Tyrrell was assigned a similar mission. After leading his men to a point a short distance from another encircled patrol, Major Tyrrell's company was subjected to intense enemy small-arms and automatic-weapons fire. Completely exposing himself to the heavy fire, Major Tyrrell positioned the supporting heavy weapons of his company and then personally led two platoons in a daring assault against the hostile positions. Inspired by the matchless fighting spirit of Major Tyrrell, the friendly troops forced the enemy to flee from their positions in disorder. After supervising the evacuation of the beleaguered patrol, Major Tyrrell reorganized his men and led them in a skillful withdrawal from the area.