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(UNCONFIRMED – Citation Needed): John Elichko, United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below-listed General Orders for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 9th Infantry Division during World War II.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Technical Sergeant

    Division:

    9th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    September 5, 1944

    Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 80 (September 30, 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 Technical Sergeant John Elichko (ASN: 32055873), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 9th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 5 September 1944, during operations in France. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Technical Sergeant Elichko, 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.