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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Colonel (Infantry) John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility, during the period from September 1971 to August 1973.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    15th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    April 3, 1953
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 103 (April 24, 1953)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major (Infantry) John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. During the early morning hours of 3 April 1953, Major Singlaub, Second Battalion Commander, was observing elements of Company G on outpost “Harry”, in the vicinity of Surang-ni, Korea defending their positions against an intense assault by numerically superior hostile forces. Major Singlaub, realizing that the situation was critical, left the comparative safety of his command post and took command of a counter-attacking group organized to reinforce the friendly troops. Upon successfully leading the group to the objective, he exposed himself to the hostile fire as he moved about checking the positions of his men, directing their fire and in many instances, rendering first aid and comfort to the wounded. As a result of Major Singlaub’s inspirational actions, the friendly elements were enabled to repulse the assault. Major Singlaub’s outstanding gallantry, initiative and devotion to duty reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    May 1966 – August 1968
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 50 (September 26, 1968)

    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 Colonel (Infantry) John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility, during the period from May 1966 through August 1968.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    August 1968 – October 1969
    Headquarters, United States Army, Europe and Seventh Army, General Orders No. 766 (November 20, 1969)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Brigadier General John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Assistant Division Commander (Maneuver), 8th Infantry Division, V Corps, United States Army, Europe, from August 1968 to October 1969. Brigadier General Singlaub’s creative leadership, personal drive, initiative and organizational skill enabled him to produce outstanding results in every assignment. His creative generalship produced the historic non-stop flight from Germany to Spain for an airborne assault conducted during Exercise PATHFINDER EXPRESS III. This new concept significantly increased the capabilities of the division. Brigadier General Singlaub held a succession of extremely important and influential positions. In every case he sought additional responsibility, and achieved outstanding results. His personal leadership was an example to all who met him. His deep desire to insure the best sustained performance at all levels of command and his concern for the individual soldier enabled him to transmit a sense of urgency to the work at hand, together with inspiring a fierce pride in accomplishment, resulting in repeatedly outstanding achievements. Brigadier General Singlaub’s outstanding leadership and dedication have been in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Soldier’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major General

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, was awarded the Soldier’s Medal for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    August 1968 – October 1969

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General John Kirk Singlaub (ASN: 0-37040), United States Army, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.