(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Brigadier General Whitfield P. Shepard (ASN: 0-11908), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Assistant Commanding General of the 3d Infantry Division in 1944 and culminating on 29 August 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Shepard and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.
Sponsored by:
Whitfield
P.
Shepard
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Army Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Brigadier GeneralDivision:
3d Infantry DivisionAction Date:
1944
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Army Distinguished Service Medal
War Department, General Orders No. 86 (1945)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Whitfield P. Shepard (ASN: 0-11908), United States Army, was awarded the Army Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility during World War II.