The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Captain (Infantry) Edward Richard Radzwich (ASN: 0-452318), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of Company I, 3d Battalion, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in France, during the period 1 -to 4 December 1944. The brilliant, heroic leadership Captain Radzwich displayed during furious action to take Sarre-Union France, distinguishes him as an outstanding commander. With complete disregard for his own safety he repeatedly took the lead in fierce assaults against the enemy, exposing himself to fire to inspire and encourage his men. He personally killed many of the enemy in bold, daring action, and his fearlessness and skill were in great measure responsible for the capture of the town. Captain Radzwich’s courage and supreme devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 26th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
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Awards Received
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Captain (Infantry)Batallion:
3d BattalionRegiment:
101st Infantry RegimentDivision:
26th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Edward Richard Radzwich (ASN: 0-452318), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action in the European Theater of Operations in 1944 and 1945. Captain Radzwich’s gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
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Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Captain (Infantry)Regiment:
101st Infantry RegimentDivision:
26th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Edward Richard Radzwich (ASN: 0-452318), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action in the European Theater of Operations in 1944 and 1945. Captain Radzwich’s gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
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Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Captain (Infantry)Batallion:
3d BattalionRegiment:
101st Infantry RegimentDivision:
26th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
World War II
Headquarters, 26th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 51 (1945)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Edward Richard Radzwich (ASN: 0-452318), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action in the European Theater of Operations in 1944 and 1945. Captain Radzwich’s gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.