11/07/2025
VETERAN'S SALUTE 2025!
TEC5 ROBERT W GILMORE, Greene County (Leaf), is a World War II veteran. He earned a Bronze Star for his actions near Bolso, Luzon, The Philippines on 17 Mar 1945. The citation reads:
“For courageous and meritorious performance during operations against the enemy near Bolao, Luzon P. I. on 17 March 1945. PFC Gilmore, then an acting squad leader, and his machine gun squad were attached to "g" company. They attacked and occupied Hill 1200 at 2000, but were forced to withdraw an hour later because of the very heavy enemy artillery fire end the fierce attacks of strong Japanese forces.
During the withdrawal the gunner of the squad was hit and blinded by a Japanese gr***de. With complete disregard for his own safety, PFC Gilmore went back to the man's position while still under intense fire, and carried the man approximately 75 yards to a safe place where the man could be given medical aid.
The courage and selfless gallantry of PFC Gilmore in this action saved the life of another man, and is representation of the finest traits of the AMERICAN SOLDIER. “
The photo on the right is 3 years BEFORE the photo on the left. War is hell! We are grateful for his service. 🇺🇸
