John Forlini's Bronze Star and Service Medals

John Forlini's Bronze Star Medal

On Aug 27th, 1954, John B. Forlini was awarded the Bronze Star for "Meritorious Achievement in Ground Operations Against the Enemy", Korea, 1 June 1953 - 28 February 1954.

The citation for the medal reads in part:

"Demonstrating aggressiveness, sound judgment and rare technical skill, Captain FORLINI competently accomplished his highly important assignments despite extreme difficulties imposed by the language barrier, hazardous and hostile terrain and complex logistical problems. His superior leadership and composure under direct observation and fire from the enemy instilled confidence and inspiration to the men with whom he served."

The award ceremony took place at Fort Holabird, MD, on Oct 22, 1954. (Click photo for full size image)
Photo: CWO E.W. Osburn

Bronze Star

Bronze Star (with case) awarded to John B. Forlini.
Image: Lou Forlini

You can read more about the Bronze Star medal here.

Citation for the Bronze Star Medal
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Certificate for the Bronze Star Medal
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Additional Service Medals

World War II Victory Medal Face: World War II Reverse: "United States of America, 1941-1945, Freedom from Fear and Want Freedom of Speech and Religion" More Info...	American Campaign Medal, World War II Face: American Campaign Reverse: "United States of America, 1941-1945" More Info...	Army of Occupation Medal, World War II Pin: "Germany" Face: "Army of Occupation" Reverse: "1945" More Info...
Korean Service Medal Pins: 2 Campaign Stars Face: "Korean Service" Reverse: "United States of America" More Info...	United Nations Service Medal, Korea Reverse: "For Service In Defence of the Principles of the Charter of the United Nations" More Info...	National Defense Service Medal Face: "National Defense" More Info...	Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Army Pin: Bronze hourglass denoting 10 years service Reverse: "Armed Forces Reserve" More Info...

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