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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Regiment:

    35th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    25th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 5 & 6, 1950

    Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 449 (November 29, 1950)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Albert W. Yeakey (ASN: RA-37697607), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Medical Company, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in Korea. On 5 and 6 September 1950 near Hoeman, Korea, the unit which Sergeant Yeakey served as aidman was subjected to repeated fanatic hostile attacks which cut off supply routes. Having set up an emergency aid station within the perimeter, he moved about the area, heedless of the intense hostile action, to render first aid and remove wounded to the aid station. By his expert care and bold courage, he saved numerous lives. Sergeant Yeakey’s valorous devotion to duty and notable professional skill reflect great credit on himself and the Army Medical Service.