James (Jack) Woodrow Rodarme

Korean War
Service #O-1297950
RankMajor U.S. Army
Date of DeathMay 18 1951
Bronze Star
Korean Service Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Purple Heart
Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
Silver Star
United Nations Service Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
For his leadership and valor, Major Rodarme was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal.
Notes
Major Rodarme was the commander of Company A, 1st Battalion, 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. On May 18, 1951, the Chinese launched a vicious attack on the positions of Company A on Hill 1051 near Panmegi-ri, South Korea. During this courageous defense, Major Rodarme was killed.