Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion (Airmobile)

    Regiment:

    5th Cavalry Regiment

    Division:

    1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile)

    Action Date:

    June 12, 1970

    Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), General Orders No. 11607 (June 30, 1970)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Private First Class James M. Conn (ASN: 192421150), United States Army, for heroism in connection with ground operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Private First Class Conn distinguished himself by valorous actions on 12 June 1970. When his unit became engaged with a determined enemy force, with complete disregard for his own safety, he exposed himself to the intense hostile fire as he moved forward to the point of heaviest contact and began placing a heavy volume of suppressive fire upon the insurgent forces. His actions were an inspiration to the other members of his unit and were instrumental in the successful completion of the mission. His display of personal bravery and devotion to duty is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.