Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Technician 5th Grade (T-5)

Unit:

7th Infantry Division "Bayonet", U.S. Army

Awarded on:

1945

"For gallantry in action on Leyte, Phillipin Islands, on 26 October 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Miskelly, an aid man, was attached to an infantry platoon when the patroon came under heavy enemy fire, Technician Fifth Grade Miskelly with disregard for his own personal safety, made his way to the wounded soldiers and rendered first aid. When the enemy fire ceased in intensity, litter teams were moved up to remove the wounded. The enemy, observing this movement, renewed their fire and two of the litter bearers fell seriously wounded. Again placing duty above his own personal safety, Technician Fifth Grade Miskelly moved through the enemy fire to the side of the two wounded men and successfully administed fir aid. His actions undoubtedly saved the lives of the two wounded soldiers and reflected great credit upon himself and the military service."

GO # 26, Hq 7th Inf Div, APO 7

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)