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 Major General Paul W. Baade (ASN: 0-3099), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while Commanding the 35th Infantry Division, during the period 7 to 13 August 1944. Under General Baade’s command, the 35th Infantry was committed at Mortain, France, to stem a strong enemy counter-offensive and to rescue an infantry battalion which had been surrounded. During this action General Baade was constantly with his front line troops, inspiring and encouraging them by his courageous personal example. Under his gallant leadership the Division accomplished its mission and relieved the besieged battalion. Major General Baade’s conspicuous heroism, supreme devotion to duty, and exceptional skill exemplify the highest traditions of the military service.
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Awards Received
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Silver Star
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Army Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Major GeneralDivision:
35th Infantry Division, XII CorpsAction Date:
World War II
Headquarters, XII Corps, General Orders No. 10 (August 18, 1944)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major General Paul W. Baade (ASN: 0-3099), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding General, 35th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations in 1944. Major General Baade’s gallant actions and dedicated 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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Army Distinguished Service Medal
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Major GeneralDivision:
35th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
August 13 – November 28, 1944
War Department, General Orders No. 17 (March 13, 1945)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Paul W. Baade (ASN: 0-3099), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Commanding General, 35th Infantry Division, during the period from 13 August to 28 November 1944. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Baade and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
Major GeneralDivision:
35th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
World War II
(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 Major General Paul W. Baade (ASN: 0-3099), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding General, 35th Infantry Division, during World War II. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Baade and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.