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Frederick
Carlton
Weyand
September 15, 1916

–

February 10, 2010

Cemetery:

National Memorial of the Pacific Cemetery

Frederick Weyand received his commission through the ROTC program at the University of California where he was a graduate. He served in World War II, Korea, and earned the Distinguished Service Cross in Vietnam. From 1973 to 1974 he served as the 14th Vice Chief of Staff of the Army, and from October 3, 1974 to September 30, 1976, he served as the 27th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army. He retired as a U.S. Army General.

Awards Received

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant General

    Action Date:

    August 1964 – March 1967
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 23 (May 29, 1967)

    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 Lieutenant General Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility, during the period from August 1964 to March 1967. [This award supersedes award of the Legion of Merit (Second Oak Leaf Cluster) presented to General Weyand as an interim award by Headquarters, United States Army Vietnam, General Orders Number 797, dated 24 February 1967.]

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion

    Regiment:

    7th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    April 23, 1951
    Headquarters, 3d Infantry Division, General Orders No. 213 (June 22, 1951)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for gallantry in action as Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against an armed enemy in Korea. On 23 April 1951, near Ama-hyon, Korea, after moving his battalion into an assembly area, Colonel Weyand proceeded to the battalion observation post in order to make a careful study of the terrain prior to launching an attack against the enemy. Although the post was submitted to heavy enemy fire, Colonel Weyand placed himself in a forward exposed position, observed the surrounding terrain, and made his estimate of the situation. Because of the imminent danger of an enemy attack, Colonel Weyand ordered a rifle platoon into position and directed its fire, refusing to leave until night had fallen and his men were securely stationed. Then moving to the battalion assembly area, which had been brought under considerable enemy fire, Colonel Weyand ordered vehicles and administrative personnel to safety but he remained behind and contributed to control the action of his unit, until ordered to withdraw. Colonel Weyand’s extreme gallantry, superb leadership, and exemplary courage reflects the highest credit upon himself and are in keeping with the most honored traditions of the military service.

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major General

    Division:

    25th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    January 8 & February 3, 1967
    Headquarters, U.S. Army, Vietnam, General Orders No. 804 (February 24, 1967)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918 (amended by act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major General Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division. Major General Weyand distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 9 January and 3 February 1967 while serving as Commanding General, 25th Infantry Division. On 8 January, one of his companies became pinned down by intense Viet Cong fire. The unit had lost all radio contact and by nightfall was completely surrounded. Unmindful of the dangers, General Weyand accompanied the first helicopter into the besieged company early the next morning. He quickly organized the evacuation of the dead and wounded, and dauntlessly walked around the treacherous perimeter, comforting the casualties and encouraging the beleaguered defenders. His personal presence on the battlefield was a source of boundless inspiration and enabled his men to hold out until relief arrived. On 3 February, while flying over War Zone C, his pilot monitored a radio transmission stating that two vehicles and ten men were lost in hostile territory. The interrogation patrol had accidentally strayed into the Viet Cong infested terrain and all attempts to reach them by radio had failed. Realizing the urgency of the situation, General Weyand began a meticulous search of the area until he spotted the two vehicles heading deeper into hostile territory. Despite the threat of mines and numerous insurgents in the area, he ordered his pilot to land the aircraft. With complete disregard for his safety, General Weyand then jumped from the helicopter, flagged down the errant patrol and turned it around. As the vehicles headed back, he called for covering artillery fire and had his command ship fly low level escort until the patrol reached friendly lines. His singular courage and aggressive determination during both situations were responsible for saving the endangered lives of his men. Major General Weyand’s extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    General

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Army Distinguished Service Medal to General Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry)

    Batallion:

    1st Battalion

    Regiment:

    7th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    3d Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    Korean War

    (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) Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), 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 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in Korea. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Weyand and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    General

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Army Distinguished Service Medal to General Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    July 19, 1954 – July 15, 1957
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 45 (August 28, 1957)

    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) Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from 19 July 1954 to 15 July 1957.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    General

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fifth Award of the Army Distinguished Service Medal to General Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Major General

    Action Date:

    May 1967 – July 1968
    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 50 (September 26, 1968)

    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 Army Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Frederick Carlton Weyand (ASN: 0-33736), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility, during the period from May 1967 through July 1968.