World War II:
S/Sgt. Anthony Zuk KIA
Hometown: New York, NY
Company F 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Service # 32002366
Awards: Distinguished Service Cross, Purple Heart.
Distinguished Service Cross
Citation
Awarded for actions during the World War II
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Anthony Zuk United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Squad Leader, Company F, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 June 1944. When his company was halted by an intense barrage of enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Zuk volunteered to lead his squad in an attempt to eliminate some of the enemy strong points. Due to his outstanding skill in leadership, his personal courage and bravery, three enemy machine gun emplacements and one anti-tank gun position were reduced. This heroic deed which cost him his life, enabled the company to drive on to its objective without further loss of men.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 248 (September 10, 1945)
Action Date: June 30, 1944
On D-Day plus 4, June 10th, 1944, the 47th Infantry Regiment landed on Utah Beach in Normandy, France. By June 14th, 1944, combat patrols were in contact with the Germans and by nightfall of the 16th the 47th Regiment blocked the last escape route for the Germans in the Cotentin Peninsula. The famous port of Cherbourg was next and its capture is one of the brightest chapters in the 9th Infantry Division's history. With the help of sister regiments the 47th Regiment laid siege to the city. Stubborn opposition greeted the Raiders, for the enemy held the high ground and other strategic positions. However, just after noon on June 25th, 1944, 2nd Battalion of the 47th Regiment became the first Allied troops to enter the city. Stiff resistance was encountered until the 28th of June, the day that Cherbourg fell. The 2nd and 3rd Battalions received Distinguished Unit Citations for their gallantry and heroism in the seizure of the city. For a few days the 9th Infantry Division's operations halted for necessary rest and re-supply. The order to resume combat came on July 9th and soon elements of the 47th were in the midst of the "Battle of the Hedgerows", one of the bloodiest battles and toughest encounters of the French campaign.
S/Sgt. Anthony Zuk KIA
Hometown: New York, NY
Company F 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Service # 32002366
Awards: Distinguished Service Cross, Purple Heart.
Distinguished Service Cross
Citation
Awarded for actions during the World War II
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Anthony Zuk United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Squad Leader, Company F, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 June 1944. When his company was halted by an intense barrage of enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Zuk volunteered to lead his squad in an attempt to eliminate some of the enemy strong points. Due to his outstanding skill in leadership, his personal courage and bravery, three enemy machine gun emplacements and one anti-tank gun position were reduced. This heroic deed which cost him his life, enabled the company to drive on to its objective without further loss of men.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 248 (September 10, 1945)
Action Date: June 30, 1944
On D-Day plus 4, June 10th, 1944, the 47th Infantry Regiment landed on Utah Beach in Normandy, France. By June 14th, 1944, combat patrols were in contact with the Germans and by nightfall of the 16th the 47th Regiment blocked the last escape route for the Germans in the Cotentin Peninsula. The famous port of Cherbourg was next and its capture is one of the brightest chapters in the 9th Infantry Division's history. With the help of sister regiments the 47th Regiment laid siege to the city. Stubborn opposition greeted the Raiders, for the enemy held the high ground and other strategic positions. However, just after noon on June 25th, 1944, 2nd Battalion of the 47th Regiment became the first Allied troops to enter the city. Stiff resistance was encountered until the 28th of June, the day that Cherbourg fell. The 2nd and 3rd Battalions received Distinguished Unit Citations for their gallantry and heroism in the seizure of the city. For a few days the 9th Infantry Division's operations halted for necessary rest and re-supply. The order to resume combat came on July 9th and soon elements of the 47th were in the midst of the "Battle of the Hedgerows", one of the bloodiest battles and toughest encounters of the French campaign.
World War II:
S/Sgt. Anthony Zuk KIA
Hometown: New York, NY
Company F 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Service # 32002366
Awards: Distinguished Service Cross, Purple Heart.
Distinguished Service Cross
Citation
Awarded for actions during the World War II
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Anthony Zuk United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Squad Leader, Company F, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 June 1944. When his company was halted by an intense barrage of enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Zuk volunteered to lead his squad in an attempt to eliminate some of the enemy strong points. Due to his outstanding skill in leadership, his personal courage and bravery, three enemy machine gun emplacements and one anti-tank gun position were reduced. This heroic deed which cost him his life, enabled the company to drive on to its objective without further loss of men.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 248 (September 10, 1945)
Action Date: June 30, 1944
On D-Day plus 4, June 10th, 1944, the 47th Infantry Regiment landed on Utah Beach in Normandy, France. By June 14th, 1944, combat patrols were in contact with the Germans and by nightfall of the 16th the 47th Regiment blocked the last escape route for the Germans in the Cotentin Peninsula. The famous port of Cherbourg was next and its capture is one of the brightest chapters in the 9th Infantry Division's history. With the help of sister regiments the 47th Regiment laid siege to the city. Stubborn opposition greeted the Raiders, for the enemy held the high ground and other strategic positions. However, just after noon on June 25th, 1944, 2nd Battalion of the 47th Regiment became the first Allied troops to enter the city. Stiff resistance was encountered until the 28th of June, the day that Cherbourg fell. The 2nd and 3rd Battalions received Distinguished Unit Citations for their gallantry and heroism in the seizure of the city. For a few days the 9th Infantry Division's operations halted for necessary rest and re-supply. The order to resume combat came on July 9th and soon elements of the 47th were in the midst of the "Battle of the Hedgerows", one of the bloodiest battles and toughest encounters of the French campaign.
S/Sgt. Anthony Zuk KIA
Hometown: New York, NY
Company F 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division
Service # 32002366
Awards: Distinguished Service Cross, Purple Heart.
Distinguished Service Cross
Citation
Awarded for actions during the World War II
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Anthony Zuk United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Squad Leader, Company F, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 June 1944. When his company was halted by an intense barrage of enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Zuk volunteered to lead his squad in an attempt to eliminate some of the enemy strong points. Due to his outstanding skill in leadership, his personal courage and bravery, three enemy machine gun emplacements and one anti-tank gun position were reduced. This heroic deed which cost him his life, enabled the company to drive on to its objective without further loss of men.
General Orders: Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 248 (September 10, 1945)
Action Date: June 30, 1944
On D-Day plus 4, June 10th, 1944, the 47th Infantry Regiment landed on Utah Beach in Normandy, France. By June 14th, 1944, combat patrols were in contact with the Germans and by nightfall of the 16th the 47th Regiment blocked the last escape route for the Germans in the Cotentin Peninsula. The famous port of Cherbourg was next and its capture is one of the brightest chapters in the 9th Infantry Division's history. With the help of sister regiments the 47th Regiment laid siege to the city. Stubborn opposition greeted the Raiders, for the enemy held the high ground and other strategic positions. However, just after noon on June 25th, 1944, 2nd Battalion of the 47th Regiment became the first Allied troops to enter the city. Stiff resistance was encountered until the 28th of June, the day that Cherbourg fell. The 2nd and 3rd Battalions received Distinguished Unit Citations for their gallantry and heroism in the seizure of the city. For a few days the 9th Infantry Division's operations halted for necessary rest and re-supply. The order to resume combat came on July 9th and soon elements of the 47th were in the midst of the "Battle of the Hedgerows", one of the bloodiest battles and toughest encounters of the French campaign.
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Entered the service from New York.
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