The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit in the Grade of Officer to Lieutenant General Franc Poeschl, Army of the Federal Republic of Germany, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States during the period from 1 October 1972 to 1 April 1968.
Sponsored by:
Franc
Poeschl
Home:
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Germany
Awards Received
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
Service:
ForeignRank:
Lieutenant GeneralDivision:
Army of the Federal Republic of GermanyAction Date:
October 1, 1972 – April 1, 1978
Headquarters, Department of the Army, General Orders No. 21 (1978) -
Silver Star
Service:
United States ArmyDivision:
24th Infantry DivisionAction Date:
Korean War
Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 315 (1951)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Michael R. Taurino, United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with the 24th Infantry Division in Korea. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, 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.