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(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 Major (Infantry) Daniel S. T. Hinman, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters, 601st Tank Destroyer Battalion, 3d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Italy, on 25 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.

Awards Received

  • Soldier’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    601st Tank Destroyer Battalion

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 21, 1943

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Major (Infantry) Daniel S. T. Hinman, United States Army, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States while serving with Headquarters, 601st Tank Destroyer Battalion, 3d Infantry Division, in action at Salerno, Italy, on 21 September 1943. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Major Hinman reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.