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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 Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Master Sergeant Max Manger (ASN: RA-06697470), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company K, 3d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 2 July 1951, near Sabong-Song, Korea, a supply train composed of civilian laborers, proceeding along a mountain trail, was subjected to a heavy mortar barrage and forced to seek cover. When the barrage increased in intensity, the frightened laborers were panic-stricken and started to run away. Sergeant Manger, in charge of the column, moved quickly into their midst and resolutely reorganized the men leading the group forward. After completing this mission successfully, Sergeant Manger repeated the same difficult task and although faced with the danger of bursting mortar rounds and the crossing of rough hazardous terrain he firmly directed the nervous laborers to carry the vital supplies to the front-line units. Sergeant Manger’s heroism and strong leadership reflect great credit upon himself and the military service.

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Master Sergeant

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    7th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    May 31, 1951
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 304 (July 24, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Master Sergeant Max Manger (ASN: RA-06697470), United States Army, for heroic achievement during ground operations against a hostile force as a member of Company K, 3d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 31 May 1951, while attacking enemy-held positions near Sasong-ni, Korea, Company K was pinned down by intense enemy mortar, automatic weapons, and small arms fire. Sergeant Manger, who was leading a group of civilian laborers carrying vital supplies and equipment, voluntarily exposed himself to the withering fire to make a personal reconnaissance of the surrounding terrain in an effort to find a suitable route for the company to move through. Locating a covered route, he returned and informed the unit of his discovery. With this essential information, Company K was again able to move forward in the attack. Sergeant Manger’s selfless heroism reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Master Sergeant

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    7th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    April 25, 1951
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 202 (June 19, 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 Max Manger (ASN: RA-06697470), United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company K, 3d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. Near Tongmang-ni, Korea, on 25 April 1951, Sergeant Manger’s company was occupying defensive positions when it was viciously attacked by a large enemy force. Because of the overwhelming strength of the attack, many of the squads became confused and disorganized, reducing the effectiveness of their defense. Regardless of the great risk involved and despite the heavy enemy barrage, Sergeant Manger repeatedly placed himself in grave danger by moving across the embattled terrain from one position to another, restoring order and reassuring his shaken comrades. His courageous action greatly inspired the men and was instrumental in bringing them together into a determined integrated unit which caused the enemy finally to withdraw. Sergeant Manger’s gallantry and masterful contribution to his company’s defense reflects great credit upon himself and the military service.