Herman Bottcher
Military Person
1909 – 1944
Who was Herman Bottcher?
Herman John Bottcher, born Hermann Johann Friedrich Bottcher, was an American soldier born in Germany, who was awarded the rank of Captain in two different armies, the International Brigade during the Spanish Civil War and the United States Army during World War II. He was awarded two U.S. Distinguished Service Crosses, the second highest U.S. military decoration after the Medal of Honor, for conspicuous bravery and leadership on the field of battle during two separate actions at the Battle of Buna–Gona.
Lieutenant-General Robert L. Eichelberger immediately promoted him from Staff Sergeant to Captain for his leadership and heroism during the battle from December 5–11, 1942. His daring attack turned the tide of the Buna advance by separating the enemy-held Buna Mission from the Buna village. This same action resulted in his first DSC award. Bottcher become a U.S. citizen in New Guinea in December 1943.
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- Born
- Jul 13, 1909
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- United States of America
- Education
- San Francisco State University
- Died
- Dec 31, 1944
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on July 23, 2013
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