Jerome A. Sudut

Jerome Aubrey Sudut was a soldier in the United States Army who served during the Korean War. He held the rank of Second Lieutenant and is remembered for his conspicuous gallantry in action. On September 12, 1951, while serving with Company B, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, he fought in the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge.

During this major engagement, Second Lieutenant Sudut displayed outstanding leadership and courage under fire. His actions during the battle led to his posthumous decoration with the nation's highest military award for valor.

He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor and the Purple Heart for his extraordinary heroism and sacrifice. His legacy remains an enduring example of bravery and dedication to duty within the U.S. Army.