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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 Colonel (Field Artillery) Louis Theilmann Heath (ASN: 0-18060), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as a member of the Armed Forces Board from 1 January 1941 to April 1943. Colonel Heath effected numerous improvements on armored vehicles at the Test and Engineering Section, Armored Force Board, Fort Knox, Kentucky. Among other important items, he was directly responsible for the adoption of water-protected ammunition racks which are now installed in all our armored vehicles. His practical knowledge, engineering abilities and untiring devotion to duty have inspired all who worked with him. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Heath and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Division:

    1st Cavalry Division

    Action Date:

    Korean War
    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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Brigadier General Louis Theilmann Heath (ASN: 0-18060), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Chief of Staff, 1st Cavalry Division, in Korea. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Heath and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Regiment:

    Division Artillery

    Division:

    25th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    1953
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (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 Brigadier General Louis Theilmann Heath (ASN: 0-18060), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving while serving as Commanding General of the Division Artillery, 25th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Korea, in 1950. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Brigadier General Heath, 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.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major General

    Action Date:

    August 1953 – July 1962
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 49 (August 6, 1962)

    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 Major General Louis Theilmann Heath (ASN: 0-18060), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during the period August 1953 to July 1962. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Heath and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Division:

    25th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 11, 1951 – July 31, 1953
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 92 (December 7, 1953)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the legion of Merit to Brigadier General Louis T. Heath (ASN: 0-18060), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding General, 25th Infantry Division, in Korea from 11 September 1951 to 31 July 1953. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Heath and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.