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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Colonel (Armor) Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Combat Command “A”, 4th Armored Division, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations in 1944. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Colonel Clarke, 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

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant General

    Division:

    I Corps

    Action Date:

    1953

    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 78 (1954)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Lieutenant General Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), 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, I Corps, in Korea in 1953. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Clarke 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:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    World War II

    War Department, General Orders No. 85 (1946)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Brigadier General Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility as Chief of Staff and Commander, Combat Command A, 4th Armored Division and 7th Armored Divisions, during World War II. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Clarke and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Armor)

    Regiment:

    Combat Command A

    Division:

    4th Armored Division

    Action Date:

    August 25, 1944

    Headquarters, THIRD U.S. Army, General Orders No. 71 (October 14, 1944)

    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 Colonel (Armor) Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of Combat Command A, 4th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces during a frontal assault on Troyes, France, on 25 August 1944. Colonel Clark conducted a dual operation consisting of a frontal attack on the city of Troyes, France, and a simultaneous establishment of a bridgehead over the Seine River north of the city. He continuously exposed himself to heavy enemy fire in order to keep contact with the leading elements of his command and to coordinate the attack. By his forceful and personal leadership he was able to overcome great odds and to effect the complete destruction of the enemy. With complete disregard for his personal safety, by boldness and rapidity of action, and through the exercise of dynamic leadership, Colonel Clarke inspired his entire command in their victorious attack. His 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 4th Armored Division, and the United States Army.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Armor)

    Regiment:

    Combat Command A

    Division:

    4th Armored Division

    Action Date:

    World War II

    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 (Armor) Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of Combat Command A, 4th Armored Division, in action in the European Theater of Operations during World War II. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Clarke and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Armor)

    Regiment:

    Combat Command A

    Division:

    4th Armored Division

    Action Date:

    World War II

    Headquarters, 4th Armored Division, General Orders No. 24 (1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Silver Star to Colonel (Armor) Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Combat Command “A”, 4th Armored Division, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations in 1944. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Colonel Clarke, 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.

  • Army Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    General

    Action Date:

    December 1954 – April 1962

    Department of the Army, General Orders No. 26 (May 10, 1962)

    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 Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, during the period December 1954 to April 1962. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Clarke and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Armor)

    Regiment:

    Combat Command A

    Division:

    4th Armored Division

    Action Date:

    August 4, 1944

    Headquarters, 4th Armored Division, General Orders No. 16 (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 Colonel (Armor) Bruce Cooper Clarke (ASN: 0-16068), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Combat Command “A”, 4th Armored Division, in action against the enemy in the European Theater of Operations on 4 August 1944. On the afternoon of 4 August 1944, Combat Command “A” was in position at ****, south of ****, blocking the enemy retreat from *****. Colonel Clarke was given the mission of clearing the road from ***** to ***** and to repair the bridge which had been reportedly blown south of the city. His troops were displaced over a wide front and not other force being available, Colonel Clarke personally organized a small group of men numbering less than 50 men composed of engineers, infantry, and headquarters personnel, and led them north toward *****, scattering all enemy forces and securing the bridge in question with a portion of his forces. He then drove on to the outskirts of ***** through unreconnoitered territory and made contact with friendly infantry. This action by Colonel Clarke resulted in the opening of a direct route to both combat commands of the Division 24 hours earlier than had been expected, and was of great assistance in continuing the further advance of the Division toward the south coast of the *****. The courage and initiative displayed by Colonel Clark were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.