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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Major General John G. Van Houten (ASN: 0-16669), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in duties of great responsibility from August 1951 to June 1961.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Division:

    9th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 111 (1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: John G. Van Houten (ASN: 0-16669), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 9th Infantry Division during World War II.