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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 Captain (Armor) Gordon R. Brodie (ASN: 0-1012305), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Commanding Officer of Company A, 70th Tank Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in the vicinity of Anabach, Germany, on 20 April 1945. When the advance of his armored column was impeded by an intense artillery barrage from strong enemy anti-tank gun emplacements, Captain Brodie, with utter disregard for personal safety, courageously exposed himself to direct machine gun fire on the hostile gun crews. Then, directing the encirclement of the foe by radio, he succeeded in destroying the German strongpoints. Captain Brodie’s gallant actions and outstanding leadership were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Captain (Armor)

    Batallion:

    70th Tank Battalion

    Division:

    1st Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, General Orders No. 46 (September 15, 1943)

    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 (Armor) Gordon R. Brodie (ASN: 0-1012305), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company A, 70th Tank Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily in July and August 1943. When a demolished bridge compelled a column of tanks to cross a precipitous ravine, under heavy enemy artillery, mortar and small arms fire, Lieutenant Brodie proceeded across in advance of the column. With only two tanks, he vigorously attacked enemy positions, a mission assigned to his entire company, and drew as much enemy fire as possible from other tanks crossing the ravine. The manner in which Lieutenant Brodie met a situation of extreme danger reflects great credit upon himself and the United States Army.