Theodore ROOSEVELT Jr
Registration numberO-139726
Grade
Brigadier General
UnitAssistant commander 4th Infantry Division
Division
4th Infantry Division
date of death12/07/1944
Original cemeterySainte Mère Eglise n°2
Current cemeteryD-28-45 Normandy American Cemetery St-Laurent/Mer Omaha Beach France
Medals
Bronze Star Medal
The Bronze Star Medal is awarded to any member of the armed forces who has distinguished himself or herself by courage in action or merit in an operation against the enemy outside the air.
Distinguished Service Cross
The SDC is awarded to members of the armed forces who have distinguished themselves by an act of heroism that does not warrant the HSM.
Distinguished Service Medal
The DSM is awarded to members of the Army who have distinguished themselves by outstanding work in a position of high responsibility.
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
Campaign medal awarded for 30 consecutive days of service in Europe, Africa or the Middle East between December 7, 1941 and November 8, 1945.
Legion of Merit
The Legion of Merit may be awarded to a foreign national. This medal recognizes outstanding service outside of combat zones.
Medal of Honor
The Medal Of Honor is the highest decoration awarded to a member of the armed forces for an act of extreme bravery in the face of the enemy, at the risk of life and beyond the call of duty. It is awarded by the President in person.
Purple Heart
The Purple Heart is awarded to any armed forces personnel injured or killed in action.
Silver Star
The Silver Star is awarded to members of the Army who have served gallantly in combat against the enemy.
WWII Victory Medal
The decoration commemorates military service during World War II and is awarded to any member of the United States Army.
