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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Captain

    Division:

    Anti-Aircraft Defense, Suwon, Korea

    Action Date:

    June 29 – July 1, 1950

    Headquarters, Far East Air Forces, General Orders No. 137 (December 16, 1950)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star (Air Force Award) to Captain Frank J. McCabe (ASN: 0-1044609), United States Army, for gallantry in action while Commanding the anti-aircraft defense of Suwon, Korea during the period 29 June to 1 July 1950, repeatedly exposed himself to direct strafing and bombing attacks in order to coordinate the fire of his anti-aircraft guns. With utter disregard for his own personal safety, Captain McCabe went to his gun positions during strafing attacks to direct fire, aid the wounded, and give encouragement to the personnel under his command. Though wounded himself, Captain McCabe continued with inspired leadership to direct the fire of his guns until two enemy aircraft were destroyed, three probably destroyed and the rest driven away from the strip. The courageous action displayed by Captain McCabe is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.