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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 Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade Vincent Poidomani (ASN: 32201469), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 230th Field Artillery Battalion, 30th Infantry Division, in action on 24 March 1945, in Germany. Despite intense enemy mortar fire which had forced other members of his party to seek shelter, Technician Fifth Grade Poidomani unhesitatingly volunteered to remain guarding their assault boat with which they were about to cross the Rhine River. Although some of the rounds landed perilously close, he steadfastly refused to leave his position. Technician Fifth Grade Poidomani did not reveal a wound he had received until he had accompanied the party across the river. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Technician Fifth Grade Poidomani, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Batallion:

    230th Field Artillery Battalion

    Division:

    30th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    October 9, 1944
    “Work Horse of the Western Front – The Story of the 30th Infantry Division” By Robert L. Hewitt

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal to Private Vincent Poidomani (ASN: 32201469), United States Army, for meritorious conduct in action on 9 October 1944, in Germany. Private Poidomani was performing his duties as radio operator at his battalion observation post when the infantry unit they were supporting was committed to an attack. Severe enemy fire from three directions made the position of the attacking unit extremely critical. Despite the intense shell fire on his position, Private Poidomani steadfastly remained at his post, realizing the vital necessity of maintaining communication between the assault troops and his unit. The technical skill and high sense of responsibility displayed by Private Poidomani was of unquestionable benefit to his unit in the successful completion of its mission.