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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    24th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    25th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    November 26, 1950
    Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 74 (January 27, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Ralph J. Davis (ASN: 60619), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. When an attack by a large hostile force near Kunu-ri, Korea, on 26 November 1950, necessitated withdrawal of a company, Lieutenant Davis remained to provide covering fire for the displacement. Upon arrival at the new positions, he learned that two other companies of the battalion were running low on ammunition. Obtaining a load of ammunition he delivered it to the companies, thereby enabling them to resist the hostile onslaught. Lieutenant Davis’ valorous initiative and military skill reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    April 1964 – June 1967
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 46 (October 26, 1967)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Ralph J. Davis (ASN: 60619), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from April 1964 to June 1967. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Davis and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.