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Navy Federal Credit Union

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, [then Major] Carlos E. McAfee (ASN: 0-238759), United States Army, for gallantry in action in the Philippine Islands while serving as Assistant, G-3, Philippine Division, and as Liaison Officer between Bataan Force Headquarters and Headquarters Philippine Division, from 24 December 1941 to 5, 11, and 26 January 1942. Colonel McAfee displayed exceptional courage and competence on numerous hazardous liaison missions. Through his efficiency and devotion to duty, he made a distinct contribution to the heroic defense of Bataan.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Philippine Islands & Japan)

    Action Date:

    1942 – 1945

    Lieutenant Colonel Carlos E. McAfee (ASN: 0-238759), United States Army, was captured by the Japanese during the fall of the Philippine Islands in April/May 1942, and was held as a Prisoner of War until the end of hostilities in August 1945.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    July 1951 – November 1959
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 43 (December 4, 1959)

    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 Carlos E. McAfee (ASN: 0-238759), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from July 1951 to November 1959.