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 (Coast Artillery Corps) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 21st Anti-Aircraft Artillery (Automatic Weapons) Battalion (Self Propelled), 25th Infantry Division, in action near Kyadong, Korea, on 15 April 1951. On that date, while under heavy artillery bombardment, Lieutenant Morrison’s half-track platoon was advancing along a river bed to support the attacking infantry. In the middle of the impact area, he found the route blocked by a truck loaded with gasoline. After directing his men to seek cover, he climbed into the truck and drove it through bursting shells to clear the route. His bold action enabled his platoon and its supporting tanks to proceed to the safety of a defilade. First Lieutenant Morrison’s valorous initiative and selfless 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, his unit, and the United States Army.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Soldier’s Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery)Action Date:
1966 – 1968
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States in the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations, Department of the Army, from 1966 to 1968. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Morrison and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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Soldier’s Medal
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
First Lieutenant (Coast Artillery Corps)Batallion:
21st Anti-Aircraft Artillery (AW) Battalion (SP)Division:
25th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
Korean War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(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 First Lieutenant (Coast Artillery Corps) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States while serving with the 21st Anti-Aircraft Artillery (Automatic Weapons) Battalion (Self Propelled), 25th Infantry Division, in action near Kyadong, Korea. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Lieutenant Morrison reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Colonel (Field Artillery)Action Date:
1973 – 1976
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Field Artillery) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Project Manager, High Energy Laser System, from 1973 to 1976. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Morrison and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Colonel (Field Artillery)Regiment:
Division ArtilleryDivision:
1st Cavalry DivisionAction Date:
Vietnam War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Field Artillery) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States while serving as Commanding Officer, Division Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam in 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Morrison and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery)Batallion:
2d BattalionRegiment:
19th Artillery RegimentAction Date:
Vietnam War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Lieutenant Colonel (Field Artillery) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the 2d Battalion, 19th Artillery Regiment, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam in 1968. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Morrison and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Colonel (Field Artillery)Action Date:
1976 – 1980
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fifth Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Field Artillery) Robert Charles Morrison, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with Headquarters, Training and Doctrine Command, from 1976 to 1980. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Morrison culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.