Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Colonel

Unit:

G-4, HQ, 32nd Infantry Division "Red Arrow", U.S. Army

For action performed on 27 December 1942 in Buna/Oro Province, Papua New Guinea.

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Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Colonel

Unit:

G-4, HQ, 32nd Infantry Division "Red Arrow", U.S. Army

Awarded on:

1943

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph S. Bradley (0-12428), Colonel (General Staff Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Member of the General Staff Corps, 32nd Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. To further an attack by an infantry company against a strongly fortified enemy area, Colonel Bradley left his command post, went to the most forward positions, personally aided the progress of the attack, and contributed materially to its success. While under heavy enemy fire he moved about among the men continually risking his life to encourage and assist the advance in every way possible. Colonel Bradley's inspiring leadership, 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 32nd Infantry Division, and the United States Army.

Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 36 (1943).

Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Colonel

Unit:

G-4, HQ, 32nd Infantry Division "Red Arrow", U.S. Army

For action performed on 11 January 1943 in Buna/Oro Province, Papua New Guinea.

This award was obtained in the form of an Oak Leave to be attached on the ribbon of the first award.
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