The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Master Sergeant Norman G. Aurand (ASN: RA-36909677), United States Army, for heroism in action against the enemy on 18 October 1950, near Kwang-ju, Korea. After Sergeant Aurand had set up a roadblock of two machine guns along a mountainous road north of Kwang-ju, tank supported North Korean infantry suddenly launched a vicious attack against the position. During the ensuing engagement the ammunition for the friendly weapons became dangerously low. Realizing the importance of fire superiority, Sergeant Aurand voluntarily exposed himself to the devastating fire and made his way to an ammunition pile located 100 yards to his rear. After reaching his objective, he unhesitatingly crossed the exposed area for the second time, carrying a supply of ammunition. His courageous act kept the machine gun position functioning and was a main factor in repulsing the enemy’s attack. Sergeant Aurand’s heroism reflects great credit on himself and the military service.
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Bronze Star Medal
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Silver Star
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Bronze Star Medal
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Bronze Star Medal
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United States ArmyRank:
Master SergeantRegiment:
7th Cavalry RegimentDivision:
1st Cavalry DivisionAction Date:
October 18, 1950
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Silver Star
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United States ArmyRank:
Master SergeantRegiment:
7th Cavalry RegimentDivision:
1st Cavalry DivisionAction Date:
November 29, 1950
Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division, General Orders No. 66 (April 1, 1951)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Master Sergeant Norman G. Aurand (ASN: RA-36909677), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy on 29 November 1950, while serving with Company M, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, near Sinchang-ni, Korea. Sergeant Aurand was in command of a heavy machine gun platoon guarding a road block when a numerically superior enemy force attacked with resounding fury. Realizing that additional fire power was critically needed to hold back the assaulting hordes, Sergeant Aurand dauntlessly affronted the concentrated mortar, automatic weapons and small arms fire which was raking the area, and fearlessly secured two additional light machine guns from another emplacement. Personally manning one of the weapons, Sergeant Aurand directed a withering stream of return fire into the hostile positions and inflicted heavy casualties. A short time later, when a friendly supporting company counterattacked, he quickly directed the mounting of his machine guns on one-quarter ton vehicles and moved forward in the attack with the riflemen. A counter enemy movement threatened to outflank the unit but Sergeant Aurand, with intrepid coolness and inspiring leadership, assumed command of the endangered area, rallied the men and aggressively led them forward to beat back the dangerous threat. Sergeant Aurand then noticed several wounded men lying on the open ground fully exposed to the intense fire sweeping the area. Totally disregarding his personal safety, he moved forward to the injured man and after several perilous trips, completed the rescue of every man to a position of cover. The sustained personal bravery, fearless leadership and undaunted courage of Sergeant Aurand were greatly responsible for the success of friendly troops in repulsing a savage enemy attack, and the saving of several wounded comrades’ lives. His extreme gallantry reflects the highest credit upon himself and the military service.
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Bronze Star Medal
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United States ArmyRank:
Master SergeantRegiment:
7th Cavalry RegimentDivision:
1st Cavalry DivisionAction Date:
August 29 – 30, 1950
The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Master Sergeant Norman G. Aurand (ASN: RA-36909677), United States Army, for heroism in action against the enemy on 29 – 30 August 1950 near Taegu, Korea. When the enemy attacked friendly positions on the Naktong River defense line, Sergeant Aurand led his machine gun section to an important sector in the perimeter. The location was subjected to numerous attacks from hostile forces, but under the leadership of Sergeant Aurand, a base of automatic fire was set up which prevented the enemy from breaking through. On one occasion when his position was cut off, Sergeant Aurand fought his way to an adjacent unit to secure additional ammunition. Upon returning, he placed an incomplete mortar into action with considerable accuracy. His actions contributed materially to the repulsing of several hostile attacks and enabled the unit to hold the positions. Sergeant Aurand’s heroism reflects great credit on himself and the military service.