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Vondracek, Francis J.

Nationality:
American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Sergeant
Unit:
Company I, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32nd Infantry Division "Red Arrow", U.S. Army
Awarded on:
1943
For action performed on 24 December 1942 near Buna/Oro Province, Papua New Guinea.

Synopsis:
"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Sergeant Vondracek's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army."

Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 34 (1943).
Citation unavailable.
Distinguished Service Cross (DSC)

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