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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 Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Oliver G. Kinney (ASN: 0-32067), United States Army, for gallantry in action as Commanding Officer, 2d Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action near Waegwan, Korea, on 19 September 1950. During the assault crossing of the Naktong River, Colonel Kinney displayed conspicuous gallantry in continually exposing himself to intense enemy fire in order to better direct his command in its attack. With complete disregard for his own safety he personally directed the attack, making the crossing with the leading elements of his battalion. His fearless example was an inspiration to his troops and aided immeasurably in their successful assault. Colonel Kinney’s gallant actions and intrepid leadership reflect the greatest credit on himself and the United States Infantry.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    30th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    January 30, 1944
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 62 (1944)

    (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 Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Oliver G. Kinney (ASN: 0-32067), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Italy, on 30 January 1944. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    June 1951 – June 1961
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 23 (July 19, 1961)

    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 (Infantry) Oliver G. Kinney (ASN: 0-32067), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from June 1951 to June 1961.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    30th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 108 (1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Silver Star to Major (Infantry) Oliver G. Kinney (ASN: 0-32067), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Italy, in 1944. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.