Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Major General

Unit:

Harbor Defenses of Manila and Subic Bays, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE), U.S. Army

Awarded on:

1942

"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving while in charge of the Harbor Defenses at Manila and Subic Bays, Philippine Islands, during the months of March and April 1942. Major General Moore displayed great gallantry in continually visiting the most exposed elements in his command, and repeatedly passed from one echelon to another during sustained hostile attacks, giving encouragement, directing operations, and by his courage and example inspiring the heroic efforts of his command. The splendid efficiency and dogged determination of this garrison was largely based on his efficiency, tenacity, and individual courage. Major General Moore'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 and the United States Army."

Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 3

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Major General

Unit:

Harbor Defenses of Manila and Subic Bays, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE), U.S. Army

Awarded on:

1942

"For exceptionally meritorious and distinguished services to the Government of the United States, in a duty of great responsibility, as Commander of the Harbor Defenses of Manila and Subic Bays, from 8 December 1941 to 11 March 1942. The outbreak of hostilities found General Moore's command prepared and on the alert. The controlled minefields covering the north channel at the entrance to Manila Bay were effectively installed and they, as well as the Navy minefield protecting the south channel, were covered by the guns of the seaward defenses. The anti-aircraft batteries engaged the enemy effectively throughout sustained and repeated high-level and dive bombing attacks, maintaining an extremely high percentage of destroyed and damaged hostile aircraft. Seacoast batteries repeatedly engaged land targets on the Cavite shore of Manila Bay and on the West Coast of Bataan. By daily personal visits to the most heavily engaged elements, General Moore largely influenced the effective action and high morale of his command."

War Department, General Orders No. 62

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Major General

Awarded on:

1946

War Department, General Orders No. 134 (Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster)

Period:

First World War (1914-1918)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With "Foreign Service" clasp

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

With two campaign stars

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)