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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Robert H. Schulz (ASN: 0-25303), United States Army, for gallantry in action in northern France while serving with the 90th Infantry Division. On 11 June 1944 a rifle squad in the attack was pinned down by fire from enemy machine guns. Captain Schulz, a Battalion Executive Officer, arriving and finding the platoon leader had been wounded, with disregard for his own safety brought forward a telephone and crawled forward to where he could direct mortar fire into the machine gun positions following which he personally led a bayonet charge resulting in destruction of the enemy.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major (Infantry)

    Division:

    90th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    August 17, 1944
    Headquarters, THIRD U.S. Army, General Orders No. 90 (November 13, 1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major (Infantry) Robert H. Schulz (ASN: 0-25303), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 90th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Le Bourg St. Leonard, France, on 17 August 1944. Major Schulz’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 90th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.