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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Lieutenant Colonel Victor Correa, United States Army, for heroism above and beyond the call of duty on 11 September 2001, after a hijacked airline flight, with over 30,000 pounds of jet fuel was used by international terrorists as a weapon to attack the Pentagon. Upon impact there was a thunderous explosion and a horrific fire that killed scores of military and civilian personnel, injured hundreds of others, and left most everyone in a state of shock. Without regard for his own life, and overcoming the shock, chaos, and deadly smoke, Lieutenant Colonel Correa aided in the rescue effort by immediately picking people up that were blown to the ground after the initial blast. He then completed a sweep of his entire area and called out to the inner section of the wedge one last time before being forced to evacuate because of the dense smoke and intense heat. After evacuating, Lieutenant Colonel Correa remained at the fire door holding it open despite the increasing smoke and intense heat. Several individuals who otherwise would have perished behind the fire door were saved. Lieutenant Correa’s unyielding devotion to his fellow soldiers and civilians undoubtedly saved lives and showed America’s resolve to overcome this act of international terrorism. Lieutenant Colonel Correa’s heroic acts are a testament to his bravery and reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Soldier’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Division:

    The Pentagon

    Action Date:

    September 11, 2001

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel Victor Correa, United States Army, was awarded the Soldier’s Medal for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy on 11 September 2001 in the aftermath of the terrorist attack on The Pentagon.