Edward C. Krause
Encyclopedia
Edward C. Krause was an officer in the United States Army
during World War II
. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross
for his actions during the Normandy landings.
His award citation reads:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Edward C. Krause (ASN: 0-375296), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, 3d Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 and 7 June 1944, in France. Lieutenant Colonel Krause shortly after landing on "D" Day, assembled a composite group of parachutists and led a night assault on the town of Ste. Mere Eglise, France, and successfully destroyed the immediate enemy resistance. However, the enemy immediately counterattacked with numerically superior numbers supported by tanks and artillery. In these early counterattacks Lieutenant Colonel Krause received a shrapnel wound and a bullet wound but refused to be evacuated. During these heavy enemy attacks, Lieutenant Colonel Krause, continually disregarding his own safety, moved about from point to point directing the defense. He later received a severe wound in the leg but again insisted on remaining with his troops and continued to direct the defense through his subordinate officers. Lieutenant Colonel Krause'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 82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Krause's home of record was Green Bay, Wisconsin
.
United States Army
The United States Army is the main branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for land-based military operations. It is the largest and oldest established branch of the U.S. military, and is one of seven U.S. uniformed services...
during World War II
World War II
World War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis...
. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross
Distinguished Service Cross (United States)
The Distinguished Service Cross is the second highest military decoration that can be awarded to a member of the United States Army, for extreme gallantry and risk of life in actual combat with an armed enemy force. Actions that merit the Distinguished Service Cross must be of such a high degree...
for his actions during the Normandy landings.
His award citation reads:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Edward C. Krause (ASN: 0-375296), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, 3d Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 and 7 June 1944, in France. Lieutenant Colonel Krause shortly after landing on "D" Day, assembled a composite group of parachutists and led a night assault on the town of Ste. Mere Eglise, France, and successfully destroyed the immediate enemy resistance. However, the enemy immediately counterattacked with numerically superior numbers supported by tanks and artillery. In these early counterattacks Lieutenant Colonel Krause received a shrapnel wound and a bullet wound but refused to be evacuated. During these heavy enemy attacks, Lieutenant Colonel Krause, continually disregarding his own safety, moved about from point to point directing the defense. He later received a severe wound in the leg but again insisted on remaining with his troops and continued to direct the defense through his subordinate officers. Lieutenant Colonel Krause'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 82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Krause's home of record was Green Bay, Wisconsin
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Green Bay is a city in and the county seat of Brown County in the U.S. state of Wisconsin, located at the head of Green Bay, a sub-basin of Lake Michigan, at the mouth of the Fox River. It has an elevation of above sea level and is located north of Milwaukee. As of the 2010 United States Census,...
.