Ted received the Bronze Star Medal with First Oak Leaf Cluster for leaving defensive position, disregarding his own safety, braving the hail of rounds, moving across open terrain, to pull a wounded comrade to safety. He then further exposed himself to enemy fire to adjust artillery support which enabled his element to put the enemy to rout.He also received the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service in connection with military operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam.Ted also received the Silver Star for distinguishing himself by valorous actions on 26 April 1969 while serving as a Platoon Leader with Company B, 2d Battalion, 47th Infantry, on a reconnaissance in force mission in Long An Province. After his platoon came under intense hostile fire, he courageously left a secure position to move across a bullet swept area and administer aid to a wounded member of his element. Upon reaching the man, he began to administer treatment, but was mortally wounded.
-- Posted by Gus Lagomarsino in 2001
Ted had a wonderful sense of humor. We belonged to a ski club together and spent many weekends skiing, canoeing, square dancing and having great fun with our friends. I was a first year teacher when I heard Ted had been killed and still feel a sadness today; never being able to say goodbye. He was a good friend.
--Posted by Ellen Rennie in 2001
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Ted received the Bronze Star Medal with First Oak Leaf Cluster for leaving defensive position, disregarding his own safety, braving the hail of rounds, moving across open terrain, to pull a wounded comrade to safety. He then further exposed himself to enemy fire to adjust artillery support which enabled his element to put the enemy to rout.He also received the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service in connection with military operations against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam.Ted also received the Silver Star for distinguishing himself by valorous actions on 26 April 1969 while serving as a Platoon Leader with Company B, 2d Battalion, 47th Infantry, on a reconnaissance in force mission in Long An Province. After his platoon came under intense hostile fire, he courageously left a secure position to move across a bullet swept area and administer aid to a wounded member of his element. Upon reaching the man, he began to administer treatment, but was mortally wounded.
-- Posted by Gus Lagomarsino in 2001
Ted had a wonderful sense of humor. We belonged to a ski club together and spent many weekends skiing, canoeing, square dancing and having great fun with our friends. I was a first year teacher when I heard Ted had been killed and still feel a sadness today; never being able to say goodbye. He was a good friend.
--Posted by Ellen Rennie in 2001
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