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Volney
Frank
Warner
June 7, 1926

–

November 13, 2019

Cemetery:

U.S. Military Academy Post Cemetery

Volney Warner graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1950. He retired in 1981 as a U.S. Army 4-Star General. His son by the same name (USMA 1976) earned a Silver Star in Operation DESERT STORM, and retired as a Brigadier General.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    3d Brigade

    Division:

    4th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 29, 1969
    Headquarters, 4th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 6500 (October 24, 1969)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Colonel (Infantry) Volney Frank Warner (ASN: 0-62620), United States Army, for heroism while participating in aerial flight evidenced by voluntary action above and beyond the call of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. Colonel Warner distinguished himself while serving as Commanding Officer, 3d Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. On 29 September 1969, Colonel Warner was flying in his command and control helicopter when he was notified that the 2d Battalion, 35th Infantry was in heavy contact with a well entrenched enemy force on the slopes of Chug Pa Mountain. Upon his arrival, Colonel Warner established contact with the friendly force and began making low level reconnaissance maneuvers over the area. Despite the heavy enemy fire directed at his craft, Colonel Warner flew repeatedly over the area to direct supporting fire on the enemy below. In addition, he personally assisted in the evacuation of casualties and the provision of needed supplies to his men on the ground who were in close and heavy combat. Colonel Warner remained in the contact area throughout the day, risking his life on numerous occasions, to insure that his men were properly supported and that the enemy complex was successfully destroyed. His courageous actions were an inspiration to his men and led them to overcome the withering effects of the enemy fire. Colonel Warner’s personal bravery, determination, and exemplary devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    1965 – 1967
    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 Colonel (Infantry) Volney Frank Warner (ASN: 0-62620), 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 1965 to 1967. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Warner 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.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    3d Brigade

    Division:

    4th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    October 31, 1969
    Headquarters, 4th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 7680 (December 8, 1969)

    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 Colonel (Infantry) Volney Frank Warner (ASN: 0-62620), United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations against an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, Colonel Warner distinguished himself while serving as Commanding Officer of the 3d Brigade, 4th Infantry Division. On 31 October 1969, Company C, 3d Battalion, 12th Infantry became heavily engaged with a numerically superior enemy force in the Chu Pa Mountains. Receiving word of the contact, Colonel Warner immediately flew to the scene in his command and control aircraft. Making repeated low-level flights over the area, Colonel Warner coordinated accurate artillery and air support on the enemy positions. Landing at the company command post, Colonel Warner skillfully directed the redeployment of the ground forces while at the same time encouraging the men. His actions enabled Company C to extricate themselves from an unfavorable position and resulted in upwards of 70 enemy casualties. Colonel Warner’s courageous actions, superb, outstanding leadership, and exemplary devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Second Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    21st Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    24th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 26, 1950
    Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 247 (December 10, 1950)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Second Lieutenant (Infantry) Volney Frank Warner (ASN: 0-62620), United States Army, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while a member of Company L, 3d Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry division, in action near Hakugyoku-do, Korea, on 26 September 1950. On that date, Lieutenant Warner’s company leading the advance to the city, was halted by heavy artillery, mortar and automatic weapons. Signaling his platoon to follow, he advanced through a hail of deadly fire until a position, from which small arms fire could be directed on the enemy’s artillery, was reached. Determined to eliminate this obstacle to the advance, he led his platoon in a full bayonet assault, and the men, inspired by his gallant example, overran the position and captured four field pieces. Regrouping his platoon after this fight, he again led a frontal assault against an estimated force of company strength which broke and withdrew in complete disorder. Lieutenant Warner’s fearless actions and superior leadership reflect the greatest credit on himself and the United States Infantry.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    1970 – 1971
    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 Colonel (Infantry) Volney Frank Warner (ASN: 0-62620), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with the 4th Infantry Division and subsequently with II Field Force in the Republic of Vietnam from 1970 to 1971. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Warner 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.

  • Defense Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    General

    Action Date:

    August 1979 – July 1981
    Department of Defense, Military Personnel Awards Memorandum 81-130 (July 28, 1981)

    Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to General Volney Frank Warner (ASN: 0-62620), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, as Commander in Chief, United States Readiness Command and Director, Joint Development Agency, from August 1979 through July 1981. In this demanding assignment of dual-responsibility, General Warner made significant and lasting contributions to the security and defense posture of the United States. General Warner’s concern for the protection of vital National interests manifested itself in concerted efforts for an expanded role of United States Readiness Command, establishment of the Joint Development Agency and formation of the Rapid Deployment Joint Task Force. General Warner’s exceptional accomplishments culminate a distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the Department of Defense.