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Robert Mahowald graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1947. He resigned in 1956 as a U.S. Army National Guard Lieutenant Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Captain (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion

    Regiment:

    35th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    25th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 20, 1950

    Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 444 (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 Captain (Infantry) Robert Anthony Mahowald (ASN: 0-50796), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division in Korea. On 20 September 1950, a heavy barrage of artillery delayed one company in a battalion attack toward Chungam-ni, Korea. To prevent further delay and possible disastrous losses, Captain Mahowald moved forward 1,000 yards through the intense hostile fire, contacted the company commander and assisted in an alternate attack. As enemy resistance increased, a mine sweeping detail was pinned down, thereby delaying movement of supporting tanks. Again Captain Mahowald braved severe enemy action to reach the lead tank, reorganized the mine sweeping detail which, inspired by his example of determination and courage, moved out so that the attack could be pursued to successful conclusion. Captain Mahowald’s gallant leadership and exceptional military ability are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.