Sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union

(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Colonel (Field Artillery) Rodney Cleveland Gott, United States Army, for gallantry in action as Executive Officer and S-2 (Intelligence Officer) with the Corps Artillery, TWELFTH Corps, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations, in 1944 and 1945. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Colonel Gott, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Field Artillery)

    Regiment:

    Artillery

    Division:

    XII Corps

    Action Date:

    1944 – 1945
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (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 Colonel (Field Artillery) Rodney Cleveland Gott, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Executive Officer and S-2, Corps Artillery, TWELFTH Corps, from 1944 to 1945. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Gott and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.