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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major (Infantry) Warne David Mead, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Major Mead distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving with Military Assistance Command, Vietnam as Commander of a Strike Battalion of the 1st Division, Army of the Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy in 1969. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Major Mead, 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:

    Major (Infantry)

    Division:

    Military Assistance Command, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    1969
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Major (Infantry) Warne David Meade, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Major Meade distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving with Military Assistance Command, Vietnam as Commander of a Strike Battalion of the 1st Division, Army of the Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy in 1969. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Major Meade, 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.