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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Joseph Barnett Rogers, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Lieutenant Colonel Rogers distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while serving as Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against the enemy in 1965 and 1966. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Rogers, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Regiment:

    327th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    101st Airborne Division

    Action Date:

    1965 – 1966
    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 Joseph Barnett Rogers, United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as commanding officer of an Infantry Battalion of the 327th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Rogers 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.