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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 Lieutenant Colonel (Signal Corps) Winfield Lee Martin (ASN: 0-20809), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States while serving as Signal Officer, Southwest Pacific Area, from 4 April 1942 to 2 September 1945. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Martin and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Soldier’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Signal Corps)

    Division:

    Southwest Pacific Area

    Action Date:

    World War II
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Lieutenant Colonel (Signal Corps) Winfield Lee Martin (ASN: 0-20809), United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy while serving as Signal Officer, Southwest Pacific Area, during World War II.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Signal Corps)

    Action Date:

    July 1957 – May 1965
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 29 (1965)

    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 Colonel (Signal Corps) Winfield Lee Martin (ASN: 0-20809), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from July 1957 to May 1965. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Martin and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.