HON Dr. Westphal inducted into the Order of Saint Maurice

By Lt. Col. Rob ManningOctober 31, 2011

HON Dr. Westphal inducted into the Order of Saint Maurice
1 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Under Secretary of the Army, HON Dr. Joseph W. Westphal receives the Order of Saint Maurice (Civis), patron saint of the Infantry, for his demonstrated dedication and contributions in support of the Infantry community. His commitment to the Infantrym... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL
HON Dr. Westphal inducted into the Order of Saint Maurice
2 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Under Secretary of the Army, HON Dr. Joseph W. Westphal receives the Order of Saint Maurice (Civis), patron saint of the Infantry, from Colonel (Promotable) Burdett K. Thompson, for his demonstrated dedication and contributions in support of the Infa... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL
HON Dr. Westphal inducted into the Order of Saint Maurice
3 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Under Secretary of the Army, HON Dr. Joseph W. Westphal receives the Order of Saint Maurice (Civis), patron saint of the Infantry, from Colonel (Promotable) Burdett K. Thompson, for his demonstrated dedication and contributions in support of the Infa... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL
HON Dr. Westphal inducted into the Order of Saint Maurice
4 / 4 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Under Secretary of the Army, HON Dr. Joseph W. Westphal (center) receives the Order of Saint Maurice (Civis), patron saint of the Infantry, from Colonel (Promotable) Burdett K. Thompson (left), and Lieutenant Colonel David C. Foley (right) for his de... (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL

Under Secretary of the Army, HON Dr. Joseph W. Westphal receives the Order of Saint Maurice (Civis), patron saint of the Infantry, for his demonstrated dedication and contributions in support of the Infantry community. His commitment to the Infantryman represents the highest standards of integrity, moral character, professional competence, and dedication to duty. The Order of Saint Maurice is awarded by the National Infantry Association and the Chief of Infantry of the United States Army. It is named after Saint Maurice, the leader of the Roman Theban Legion in the 3rd century. The Civis level recognizes civilians who have made significant or outstanding contributions to the U.S. Army Infantry.