Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Colonel

Unit:

114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32nd Infantry Division "Red Arrow", U.S. Army

Awarded on:

December 28th, 1942

Synopsis"
“For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, in the vicinity of Cape Sudest in New Guinea. Colonel Carew'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.”

According to "Victory in Papua", COL Carew was bestowed with the Distinguished Service Cross for his leadership and participation in hastily organized rescue parties which saved numerous comrades from burning and sinking Allied supply ships as they were attacked by Japanese aircraft in the shallows off Cape Sudest on November 16th, 1942.

Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 64 (28 December 1942).
For action performed on 16 November 1942 in Cape Sudest/Oro Province, Papua New Guinea.

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Colonel

Unit:

114th Engineer Combat Battalion, 32nd Infantry Division "Red Arrow", U.S. Army

This award was obtained in the form of an Oak Leave to be attached on the ribbon of the first award.
For action performed on 23 December 1942 in Buna/Oro Province, Papua New Guinea.