CAPTAIN PAUL H. FREDERICK (then First Lieutenant) Infantry, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, as Commanding Officer, Company “L”, 142nd Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, on 22 and 23 September 1944, and from 29 September to 2 October 1944. Captain Frederick displayed indomitable courage, sound judgment and unusual devotion to duty in successfully carrying out his mission against an enemy strongpoint. After engaging and clearing all enemy opposition from the town of Remiremont, for three days he led his small group through enemy territory, and, by his inspiring leadership, saved his men from being killed or captured. On one occasion, in an encounter with a hostile force, he and one of his men killed six enemy soldiers, wounded four and captured one. Although the group was subjected to heavy artillery and mortar barrages, he encouraged his exhausted men forward, and led them safely back to friendly troops. The services rendered by Captain Frederick were in keeping with the highest traditions of our armed forces. Entered military service from Washington, DC.

Mr. Frederick resided in Virginia.