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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Henry L. S. Jezek (ASN: 0-2330854), United States Army, for gallantry in action involving close combat with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Captain Jezek distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 8 April 1969 while serving as Commanding Officer, Company A, 2d Battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division. After his company came in contact with an enemy force, Captain Jezek continually exposed himself to hostile fire while moving among his unit directing maneuvers and encouraging his men. Then, disregarding his own safety, he led an assault against an enemy position that had been placing effective fire against his unit. His courageous actions and skillful handling of his company’s defense resulted in a rout of the enemy force without any friendly casualties. Captain Jezek’s extraordinary heroism in close combat with an armed hostile force is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    September 16, 1985 – September 15, 1995

    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 Henry L. S. Jezek (ASN: 0-2330854), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from 16 September 1985 to 15 September 1995, while serving in positions of great responsibility including Battalion Commander, Group Commander, and Division Support Commander, culminating in his assignment as Chief, Operations and Training Branch, Headquarters State Area Command, Texas Army National Guard. He has served with distinction by displaying exceptional professional ability, keen foresight, mature judgment, and logical application of sound management principles. He has improved significantly the training readiness of the Texas Guard. Colonel Jezek’s dedication to duty and soldiers during the past 35 years exemplifies the highest traditions of military service and reflects distinct credit upon him and the United States Army.