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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Guy O. Hogle (ASN: 0-1315016), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 27 March 1945, in Germany. Realizing that an enemy tank would inflict heavy casualties on his Company, First Lieutenant Hogle took a smoke grenade and rifle and gallantly advanced on the tank. After blinding the crew with the grenade, he took a bazooka man and knocked out the tank with one round. First Lieutenant Hogle then led his men through intense enemy fire to take the primary and secondary objectives, killing twelve of the enemy and capturing seventy-three. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by First Lieutenant Hogle, 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

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    120th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    30th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    December 23, 1944
    Headquarters, 30th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 196 (July 19, 1945)

    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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Guy O. Hogle (ASN: 0-1315016), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 23 December 1944, in Belgium. First Lieutenant Hogle was assigned a mission of frontal assault on the enemy. The enemy had withdrawn from the expected position and taken excellently covered positions on the hill. Upon advancing into murderous fire, First Lieutenant Hogle received the order to withdraw his platoon. He remained himself to cover the withdrawal of his men. He succeeded in pinning down the enemy until is men withdrew without a single casualty. The bravery, aggressive determination, and exemplary leadership exhibited by First Lieutenant Hogle reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.