- SURNAME
Eisenbraun
- FORENAME
William Forbes (Ike)
- UNIT
US Army Special Forces (BDQ Advisory Team TD 39,HQ,MACV Advisors)
- RANK
Captain
- NUMBER
0-4074803
- DATE OF DEATH
8th September 1967
- AGE
35
- GRAVESITE
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific,Honolulu,Hawaii Courts of the Missing Court B
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
from Santa Ana,California
born 15.12.1931 Los Angeles,California
son of Alfred Emmanuel and Elizabeth Anna (nee Riekenberg) Eisenbraun
single (divorced)
married Esther Ortiz 8.8.1953 (divorced) (1 daughter Elizabeth Anna)
graduated Orange High School 1948
18 years service (entered serviced 1949)
17 Infantry Regiment (HHC,1 Bn),7th Division (Korean War - WIA) 1951-53
11 Airborne Division
O.C. Special Forces Replacement Training Company,Fort Bragg 1961
Vietnam 1961
award Silver Star (posthumous)
POW 5.7.1965 near Ba Gia,Quang Ngai Province,South Vietnam
died as POW Camp ST18,Quang Nam Province,South Vietnam
buried at camp but remains not found after war
memorial at Fairhaven Memorial Park,Santa Ana,Orange County,California
Vietnam Veterans Memorial,Washington,D.C. Panel 02E Line 27
DATE OF DEATH:
08-Sep-1967AWARD:
https://www.specialforcesroh.com/index.php?threads/eisenbraun-william-forbes.41326/CITATION:
Silver Star : The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain (Infantry) William Forbes Eisenbraun (ASN: 0-4074803), United States Army, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while a Prisoner of War in Southeast Asia in 1966. Captain Eisenbraun's personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with highest traditions of the military service.
Bronze Star : The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat "V" to Captain (Infantry) William Forbes Eisenbraun (ASN: 0-4074803), United States Army, for heroism in connection with military operations against a hostile force while serving as Sub-sector Advisor, Tu Nghia District, Quang Ngai Province, Vietnam. On 1 June 1965, Captain Eisenbraun accompanied a mixed force of Army, Republic of Vietnam and Regional Force troops during an attack on Tu Hien Village. Captain Eisenbraun performed in a heroic manner, constantly exposing himself to enemy fire. As the force neared its objective the troops were reluctant to commence the assault across the open rice paddies. Captain Eisenbraun, armed only with a .45 caliber pistol, ran to the front shouting "Mau len, Mau len", "Let's go". Captain Eisenbraun's bravery under fire inspired the troops and they immediately followed him in the assault. When the attack was stopped by heavy Viet Cong fire, he advised his counterpart to assault the objective by fire and maneuver. After three attempts failed, the Vietnamese Commander gave the order to withdraw. Captain Eisenbraun, showing great courage and remaining calm and cool, advised him on the proper methods of withdrawal. He covered the withdrawal of the last element, placing himself constantly in a position of great danger. He remained in position until he had emptied the weapons of three wounded men. During the whole withdrawal the Viet Cong fire was heavy and continuous. The heroic and courageous actions of Captain Eisenbraun, along with the timely and excellent advice he gave his counterpart, resulted in the saving of many lives and certainly saved the attack force from a great number of casualties. The continual courage and selflessness displayed by Captain Eisenbraun reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army.
Bronze Star : The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat "V" to Captain (Infantry) William Forbes Eisenbraun (ASN: 0-4074803), United States Army, for heroism in connection with military operations against a hostile force while serving as Sub-sector Advisor, Tu Nghia District, Quang Ngai Province, Vietnam. On 1 June 1965, Captain Eisenbraun accompanied a mixed force of Army, Republic of Vietnam and Regional Force troops during an attack on Tu Hien Village. Captain Eisenbraun performed in a heroic manner, constantly exposing himself to enemy fire. As the force neared its objective the troops were reluctant to commence the assault across the open rice paddies. Captain Eisenbraun, armed only with a .45 caliber pistol, ran to the front shouting "Mau len, Mau len", "Let's go". Captain Eisenbraun's bravery under fire inspired the troops and they immediately followed him in the assault. When the attack was stopped by heavy Viet Cong fire, he advised his counterpart to assault the objective by fire and maneuver. After three attempts failed, the Vietnamese Commander gave the order to withdraw. Captain Eisenbraun, showing great courage and remaining calm and cool, advised him on the proper methods of withdrawal. He covered the withdrawal of the last element, placing himself constantly in a position of great danger. He remained in position until he had emptied the weapons of three wounded men. During the whole withdrawal the Viet Cong fire was heavy and continuous. The heroic and courageous actions of Captain Eisenbraun, along with the timely and excellent advice he gave his counterpart, resulted in the saving of many lives and certainly saved the attack force from a great number of casualties. The continual courage and selflessness displayed by Captain Eisenbraun reflect great credit upon himself and uphold the highest traditions of the United States Army.
WEB LINKS:
https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/103874
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