World War II Recipients of the Distinguished Service Cross

To All Who Shall See These Presents Greeting:

This is to Certify that
The President of the United States of America
Takes Pride in Presenting

THE
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE CROSS
to

DADDARIO, FRANCIS J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Francis J. Daddario (32010749), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 13th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 February 1945. Staff Sergeant Daddario's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 242 (1945)
Home Town: Bronx, New York

DAGER, HOLMES E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Holmes E. Dager, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 4th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 31 July 1944. Brigadier General Dager's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 60/ (1944)

DAHLQUIST, JOHN ERNEST
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John Ernest Dahlquist, Major General, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding General, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 March 1945. Major General Dahlquist's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 229 (1945)
Born: March 12, 1896 at Minneapolis, Minnesota
Home Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota

*DAHLUM, GLENN I. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Glenn I. Dahlum (37554357), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 February 1945. Private First Class Dahlum's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 37th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 43 (1945)
Home Town: Polk County, Minnesota

*DAIL, GEORGE (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to George Dail (0-2001056), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 1st Battalion, 117th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 February 1945. Second Lieutenant Dail's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 191 (1945)
Home Town: Wilson, North Carolina

DAL PONTE, PETER LOUIS
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Peter Louis Dal Ponte, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. First Lieutenant Dal Ponte's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 28 (1943)
Home Town: Tree Rivers, Michigan

*DALEY, WILMAN T. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Wilman T. Daley (32669793), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters and Service Troop, 94th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 15 April 1945. Technician Fifth Grade Daley's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 286 (1945)
Home Town: Chautauqua County, New York

DALTON, ELLIS G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Ellis G. Dalton, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 63d Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 4 July 1945. Private First Class Dalton's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 128 (1946)

DALTON, JAMES L., II
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to James L. Dalton, II, Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 161st Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 23 to 28 January 1945, in the vicinity of New Georgia. Colonel Dalton's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 38 (1945)
Home Town: Chittenden County, Vermont

*DALY, THOMAS A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Thomas A. Daly (0-1318416), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 376th Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 February 1945. First Lieutenant Daly's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 94th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 265 (1945)
Home Town: New York
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star (WWII), 2@ Bronze Star, 2@ Purple Hearts

DANFORTH, VERGIAL E.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Vergial E. Danforth (35573725), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving Company G, 2d Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces in June 1944, at Marie-du-Mont, France. When two enemy machine guns opened fire on his squad, Corporal Danforth rushed forward, despite the intense enemy fire, along a hedge row and with hand grenades inflicted severe casualties on the enemy causing them to withdraw. By this fearless action Corporal Danforth was able to reorganize his squad and hold his assigned position. Corporal Danforth's initiative, personal courage and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 31 (July 1, 1944)

DANHAUS, MELVIN E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Melvin E. Danhaus, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 15 December 1943. Private Danhaus' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 63 (1944)

DANIEL, DERRILL M.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Derrill M. Daniel, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Daniel's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 137 (1945)

DANIEL, EUGENE LOUIS (POW)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Eugene Louis Daniel, First Lieutenant (Chaplain), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 186th Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 February 1943. Chaplain Daniel's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 41st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 66 (1943)
Born: December 4, 1910 at Kirkwood, Georgia
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star (WWII), Prisoner of War Medal

*DANIELS, DELMAR H. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Delmar H. Daniels, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Daniels' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (1943)
Home Town: Lenawee County, Michigan

DANNA, ANTHONY V.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Anthony V. Danna, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 39th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 July 1944. First Lieutenant Danna's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 69 (1944)

DANNELLY, SHELDON M. (KIA)
(First Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Sheldon M. Dannelly (0-373430), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 4 and 5 March 1945. Captain Dannelly's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 43 (1945)

*DANNELLY, SHELDON M. (KIA)
(Second Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Sheldon M. Dannelly (0-373430), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 25 April 1945. Captain Dannelly's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 62 (1945)
Home Town: Bamberg County, South Carolina
Personal Awards: 2@ Distinguished Service Crosses (WWII)

DANNENBERG, LESTER
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lester Dannenberg, First Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Officer with Medical Administration Corps, in action against enemy forces on 15 January 1945. First Lieutenant Dannenberg's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the Medical Admin Corps, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 131 (1945)

DAPULANG, BIBIANO (MIA-KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Bibiano Dapulang (6610624), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 57th Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 10 10 February 1942. Private First Class Dapulang's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 40 (1942)
Home Town: Philippine Islands

DARAGO, ALBERT A., JR.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Albert A. Darago, Jr. (33731341), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 143d Antiaircraft Artillery Battalion (Mobile), attached to the 40th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 December 1944, in Belgium. During a strong German counteroffensive, the rumbling of an indeterminate number of hostile tanks was heard approaching Private Darago's 90-mm. gun position. When an Infantry officer from an adjacent unit suddenly appeared in search of two rocket launcher gunners, Private Darago was one of two men to volunteer for the dangerous mission of stopping the tank advance. Although he was unfamiliar with the weapon, he courageously crawled to within forty yards of the tanks. Ignoring the devastating machine gun fire placed upon him, he fired a rocket and scored a direct hit. He returned to the officer to have his weapon reloaded and with undiminished daring crawled back to his original position and, while subjected to intense machine gun fire, scored a second hit and completely destroyed the tank. Private Darago's great valor, outstanding personal courage and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 40th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 23 (February 9, 1945)
Born: April 11, 1925 at Baltimore, Maryland
Home Town: Baltimore, Maryland

DARBY, WILLIAM ORLANDO (KIA)
(First Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William Orlando Darby (0-19133), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces from 21 to 25 March 1943. Lieutenant Colonel Darby's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 50 (1943)
Born: February 8, 1911 at Fort Smith, Arkansas
Home Town: Fort Smith, Arkansas
Personal Awards: 2@ Distinguished Service Crosses (WWII)

DARBY, WILLIAM ORLANDO (KIA)
(Second Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross to William Orlando Darby (0-19133), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces in July 1943. Lieutenant Colonel Darby's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 23 (1943)
Born: February 8, 1911 at Fort Smith, Arkansas
Home Town: Fort Smith, Arkansas
Personal Awards: 2@ Distinguished Service Crosses (WWII)

*DARRAGH, RALPH F. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Ralph F. Darragh (42142537), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 361st Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 April 1945. Private First Class Darragh's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 91st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 84 (1945)
Home Town: Passaic, New Jersey

DASKEVICH, ANTHONY F.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Anthony F. Daskevich, First Lieutenant (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 753d Tank Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 7 and 8 April 1945, in the vicinity of Kressbach, Germany. Having aided in seizing a German Town, Lieutenant Daskevich was outposting his tanks when enemy bazooka teams infiltrated under the cover of a heavy artillery barrage. Braving murderous machine gun fire to contact his crews, he helped rout the enemy with small arms fire and grenades, then remained in the town covering friendly forces while they maneuvered. The following day while moving his tank to a dangerously exposed position, he forced an enemy self-propelled gun to withdraw and silenced a flak wagon. The courageous actions of Lieutenant Daskevich enabled friendly forces to successfully seize their objective. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 622 (1945)
Home Town: Warren, Michigan
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), 2@ Silver Stars (WWII), Legion of Merit, Bronze Star

*DAUBER, MARC C. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Marc C. Dauber (32694428), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 November 1944. Private Dauber's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 131 (1945)
Home Town: Brooklyn, New York

DAUGHERTY, GENE P. (MIA-KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Gene P. Daugherty (37616042), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1944. Staff Sergeant Daugherty's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 128 (1945)
Home Town: Shelby County, Missouri
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star (WWII), Bronze Star, 3@ Purple Hearts

DAVAULT, BILLY J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Billy J. Davault, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 46th Armored Infantry Battalion, 5th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 2 April 1945. Captain Davault's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 5th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 251 (1945)

DAVIDOWICZ, CHESTER J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Chester J. Davidowicz, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 114th Engineer Combat Battalion, in action against enemy forces during World War II. Sergeant Davidowicz's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 1 (1943)

DAVIDSON, ROBERT
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert Davidson, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces during World War II. Sergeant Davidson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

DAVIDSON, SHIRLEY
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Shirley Davidson, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 1st Cavalry Division, in action against enemy forces from 12 to 24 February 1945. Second Lieutenant Davidson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Cavalry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 49 (1945)

DAVIES, DONALD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Donald Davies, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 July 1944. Private Davies' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 242 (1945)

DAVIS, BOYD J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Boyd J. Davis, Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 32d Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 22 October 1944. Technician Fourth Grade Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 68 (1945)

DAVIS, CHARLES L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Charles L. Davis, First Lieutenant (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 13th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 29 November 1942. First Lieutenant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Allied Force Headquarters, General Orders No. 32 (1942)

DAVIS, DONALD K.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Donald K. Davis, Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with a Medical Detachment, 17th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 3 March 1945. Technician Fifth Grade Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 139 (1945)

DAVIS, GLENDON R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Glendon R. Davis, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces in January 1943. Private First Class Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 25 (1943)

*DAVIS, JAMES M., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to James M. Davis, Jr. (0-2055065), Second Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 1 December 1944. Second Lieutenant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 126 (1945)
Home Town: Colorado County, Texas

DAVIS, JESSE LAWRENCE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jesse Lawrence Davis, First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 19th Combat Engineer Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 21 January 1944. First Lieutenant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 52 (1944)
Born: June 4, 1902 at Riverside, Utah

*DAVIS, JESSE V. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Jesse V. Davis, Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 86th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 143 (1945)

DAVIS, JORDAN W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jordan W. Davis, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 10 June 1944. Staff Sergeant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 111 (1944)

DAVIS, LESLIE B. (MIA-KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Leslie B. Davis (20341541), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 23 November 1943. Private First Class Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 78 (1944)
Home Town: Harford County, Maryland

*DAVIS, MARION A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Marion A. Davis (14192939), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 145th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 February 1945. Private First Class Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 37th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 8 (1946)
Home Town: Dodge County, Georgia

*DAVIS, MOFFETT D. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Moffett D. Davis (34891670), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 October 1944. Private First Class Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 167 (1945)
Home Town: Cleveland County, North Carolina

DAVIS, ROYCE C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Royce C. Davis, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 9 September 1943. Staff Sergeant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 110 (1944)

*DAVIS, SAMUEL C. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Samuel C. Davis (34603829), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 737th Tank Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 17 July 1944, in the vicinity of St. Lo, France. On that date Sergeant Davis, whose tank battalion was working with infantry in attacking Hill 122, observed that some of his unit's fire was inadvertently being directed near our own infantry men who had advanced further than expected. Radio communications between tanks had been completely disrupted by very heavy enemy artillery fire. Sergeant Davis stopped his fire, left his tank and ran across the field under heavy machine gun and artillery fire to another tank, jumped up on the back of it, and advised the tank commander to cease fire. He then ran across the field to another tank, and in a similar manner had that tank commander cease fire. While on the back of this tank, Sergeant DAVIS was killed by enemy machine gun fire. By this time the rest of his unit had noticed that the three tanks had stopped firing, and they also ceased their fire. Sergeant Davis' heroic sacrifice and devotion to duty were instrumental in saving the lives of many of his comrades. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 59 (1944)
Home Town: Lenoir, North Carolina
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@ Purple Hearts

*DAVIS, STANLEY A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Stanley A. Davis (33297190), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 328th Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 November 1944. Sergeant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 26th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 42 (1945)
Home Town: Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania

DAVIS, TED R.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Ted R. Davis (6583031), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 712th Tank Battalion, attached to the 90th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 January 1945 in Luxembourg. During a determined enemy attack near Oberwampach, Luxembourg, the tank in which Private First Class Davis served as a cannoneer and leader, was set on fire by two direct artillery hits, forcing the crew to take cover. When the tank ceased to burn, Private First Class Davis voluntarily made his way through withering fire to the vehicle, mounted it and repaired the damaged guns. When the enemy advanced to within machine gun range he opened fire, decimating their ranks and forcing them to withdraw. Later he assembled a crew and drove the tank into action which resulted in the destruction of an enemy tank. Private First Class Davis' fearless determination, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 90th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 74 (April 7, 1945)
Home Town: Santa Barbara, California

*DAVIS, WILLIAM E. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William E. Davis, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 135th Infantry Regiment, 34th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 September 1944. Staff Sergeant Davis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 34th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 187 (1944)

DAWSON, FRANCIS W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Francis W. Dawson (0-400036), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 5th Ranger Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. First Lieutenant Dawson led his Ranger Platoon ashore in the invasion of France against heavy enemy artillery, machine gun, and small arms fire. He then personally took charge of the breaching of wire entanglements. When a gap was created, he led his platoon through it and directed them in scaling a 100-foot cliff. Upon reaching the top of the cliff, he, accompanied by one soldier, rushed forward with a submachine gun and destroyed a German pill box, killing or capturing the enemy located therein. First Lieutenant Dawson's aggressive leadership, personal courage and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 28 (June 20, 1944)
Home Town: South Carolina

DAWSON, JOSEPH T.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph T. Dawson (0-452348), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, Company G, 2d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. Captain Dawson, in the initial landing on the coast of France, disembarked under a hail of enemy machine gun and rifle fire and, with utmost calmness, proceeded to organized a large group of men who were floundering near their bullet-riddled craft and led them ashore. However, upon reaching the beach, he found that his company was pinned down by direct fire from three enemy machine guns which were placed in an enemy strongpoint in a cliff immediately beyond the heavily mined sands. With absolute disregard for his own personal safety, Captain Dawson moved from his position of cover on to the mine field deliberately drawing the fire of the enemy machine guns in order that his men might be free to move. This heroic diversion succeeded and his combat group crossed the beach to move into the assault on the enemy strongpoint. During this action, Captain Dawson was wounded in the leg. In a superb display of courage in the face of heavy enemy fire, Captain Dawson although wounded, led a successful attack into the enemy stronghold. Captain Dawson's outstanding leadership, gallantry and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 31 (July 1, 1944)
Home Town: Waco, Texas

*DAWSON, THOMAS J. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Thomas J. Dawson (32120265), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 19th Tank Battalion, 9th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 December 1944, in Belgium. During fierce action near Sibret, Belgium, the tank commanded by Sergeant Dawson was hit and set on fire. The sergeant dismounted and fought the blaze even though he was completely exposed to intense enemy artillery, machine gun and small arms fire. Failing to bring the fire under control, he courageously remounted the tank and succeeded in extricating two of the crew members through the front hatches even though machine gun and anti-tank fire was striking the vehicle all about him. In a final courageous effort to rescue the remaining crew members he climbed to the turret, but as he lowered himself into the burning tank the enemy scored two direct artillery hits and he was killed. Sergeant Dawson nobly gave his life for his comrades and his courage and complete devotion to duty live on as a constant inspiration to those with whom he served. Sergeant Dawson's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 92 (May 2, 1945)
Home Town: Kings County, New York

DAY, JOSEPH D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph D. Day, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 36th Engineers, in action against enemy forces on 8 November 1942. Private Day's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Allied Force Headquarters, General Orders No. 32 (1942)

DAYTON, ROBERT S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert S. Dayton, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 59th Armored Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 29 April 1945. Captain Dayton's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 243 (1945)

*DE BENEDETTO, FREDERICK S. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Frederick S. De Benedetto (31378669), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 59th Infantry Battalion, 13th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 April 1945. Private First Class De Benedetto's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 13th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 243 (1945)
Home Town: Hartford County, Connecticut

DE FELICE, MARIO T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Mario T. De Felice, Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 66th Armored Regiment, 2d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 July 1944. Captain De Felice's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 2d Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 49 (1944)

DE GRAAF, GEORGE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to George De Graaf, Colonel (Quartermaster Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with I Corps forces, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, in the vicinity of Buna, New Guinea. Colonel De Graaf's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the I Corps, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 60 (1942)

*DE GRACIA, GREGORIA (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Gregoria De Gracia, Third Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 1January 1942. Third Lieutenant De Gracia's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 27 (1942)

*DE PALLO, PETER A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Peter A. De Pallo (33484766), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 6 April 1945. Private First Class De Pallo's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Tenth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 206 (1945)
Home Town: Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

*DEAM, JOHN W. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John W. Deam (0-306349), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 513th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 4 January 1945. First Lieutenant Deam's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 109 (1945)
Home Town: Duval County, Florida

DEAN, MARVIN H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Marvin H. Dean, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 21 July 1944. Private First Class Dean's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces-China/Burma/India, General Orders No. 131 (1944)

DEAN, MICHAEL
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Michael Dean, Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 13 May 1945. Technical Sergeant Dean's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Tenth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 220 (1945)

DEAN, WILLIAM FRISHE (POW-KOREA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William Frishe Dean (0-15453), Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 8 December 1944. Brigadier General Dean's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 41 (1945)
Born: August 1, 1899 at Carlyle, Illinois
Home Town: Berkeley, California
Personal Awards: Medal of Honor (Korea), Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Prisoner of War Medal

DEAROLF, THOMAS W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas W. Dearolf, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 24th Reconnaissance Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 2 March 1945, in Germany. During an attack on Neurath, an important enemy communications hub, Sergeant Dearolf's platoon was halted by heavy hostile fire. He immediately maneuvered his armored car and directed point-blank fire at enemy artillery pieces. Pursuing the withdrawing Germans, he destroyed four 240-mm. howitzers, three half-tracks, one 38-mm. gun and captured seventy prisoners. Sergeant Dearolf's courage and aggressiveness, which enabled his unit to seize its objective, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 600 (1945)

*DECECCA, CHARLES A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Charles A. Dececca (20106717), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 182d Infantry Regiment, Americal Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 November 1942. Private First Class De Cecca's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the Americal Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 19 (1943)
Home Town: Middlesex County, Massachusetts

*DECKARD, ROBERT L. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert L. Deckard (15099076), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 502d Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 22 September 1945, in the vicinity of Saint Oedenrode, Holland. As the lead scout for an infantry platoon Private First Class Deckard was forward of the main body when it became pinned down by enemy machine gun and 88-mm. fire. Private First Class Deckard was wounded while exposing himself in order to locate the machine gun. Disregarding his wound, he continued forward and hurled a grenade which destroyed the enemy gun and killed most of its crew. Discovering the location of an enemy 88-mm. gun, Private First Class Deckard continued forward with a grenade in each hand. He hurled the grenade at the enemy gun emplacement, killing its entire crew and several of the enemy nearby. Immediately following this action, he was mortally wounded by an enemy sniper. His exceptional fortitude, initiative and unswerving devotion to duty gave inspiration to his comrades to emulate and were a great contribution to the defeat of the enemy in that sector. Private First Class Deckard's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps, General Orders No. 19 (March 14, 1945)
Home Town: Sullivan County, Indiana

DECKER, RALPH, JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Ralph Decker, Jr., First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 351st Infantry Regiment, 88th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 - 28 January 1945. First Lieutenant Decker's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 88th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 39 (1945)

DEERY, JOHN F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John F. Deery, Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 4th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 30 June 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Deery's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 90 (1944)

DEESE, TEDDY
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Teddy Deese, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 22 January 1943. Captain Deese's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 63 (1943)

DEFFENBAUGH, LYLE J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lyle J. Deffenbaugh (0-288505), Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 4 and 5 January 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Deffenbaugh's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 88 (1944)
Home Town: Douglas County, Nebraska

DEITRICK, HAROLD W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Harold W. Deitrick, Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 25 February 1945. Technical Sergeant Deitrick's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 49 (1945)

*DEJML, MILAN (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Milan Dejml (20610671), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 8 January 1943. Sergeant Dejml's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 112 (1943)
Home Town: Cook County, Illinois

DEL GRIPPO, DANIEL T.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Daniel T. Del Grippo (13123738), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1944, in Belgium. During an attack on the village of Cheneux, Belgium, Private First Class Del Grippo, in the face of murderous machine gun and 20-mm. fire, personally reduced an enemy machine gun position, killing one German and capturing the other. That night in another attack, Private First Class Del Grippo observed an enemy self- propelled gun firing on his comrades. Although painfully wounded, he dashed toward the vehicle firing his submachine gun, and killed the four man enemy crew. The singular gallantry and heroism displayed by Private First Class De Grippo exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 32 (February 23, 1945)
Home Town: Pennsylvania

DELAND, RICHARD E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Richard E. Deland, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 April 1943. Staff Sergeant Deland's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 48 (1943)

DELGADO, FRANCISCO G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Francisco G. Delgado, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 December 1944. Private First Class Delgado's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 90 (1945)

DELGADO, MANUEL
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Manuel Delgado, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 5 January 1945. Private First Class Delgado's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 140 (1945)

DELISIO, JOSEPH A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph A. Delisio, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 27th Armored Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 7 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Delisio's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 49 (1945)

DELLA ROCCA, AUGUST
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to August Della Rocca, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 October 1944. Sergeant Della Rocca's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 600 (1945)

DELMONICO, DOMINICK
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Dominick Delmonico, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 August 1944. Corporal Delmonico's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 85 (1945)
Home Town: Hamilton County, Ohio

*DELMONT, WILLIAM A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William A. Delmont (32368386), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 121st Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 July 1944. Private First Class Delmont's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 88 (1944)
Home Town: Mercer County, New Jersey

DELOREY, DONALD W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Donald W. Delorey, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 29 July 1944. First Lieutenant Delorey's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces-China/Burma/India, General Orders No. 141 (1944)

DELUCA, JOSEPH V.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph V. DeLuca, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 and 18 February 1945. Private First Class Deluca's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 37th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 171 (1945)

DEMAY, JOSEPH A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph A. Demay, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 405th Infantry Regiment, 102d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 March 1945. Private First Class Demay's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 102d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 257 (1945)

*DENHAM, HAROLD (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Harold Denham (36206385), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 2d Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 March 1945. Corporal Denham's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 223 (1945)
Home Town: Cumberland, Wisconsin

DENHOLM, CHARLES J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Charles J. Denholm, Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in July 1943. Lieutenant Colonel Denholm's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 31 (1943)

*DENNIS, CARL D. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Carl D. Dennis (37408879), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 165th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 25 April 1945. Private First Class Dennis' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces-Middle Pacific, General Orders No. 59 (1946)
Home Town: Greene County, Missouri

DENNO, BRYCE F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Bryce F. Denno, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Executive Officer, 2d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 July 1943. Captain Denno's outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
War Department, General Orders No. 31 (1944)
Home Town: Woodside, New York

DEPUY, WILLIAM EUGENE
(First Award)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William Eugene DePuy (0-34710), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 1st Battalion, 357th Infantry Regiment, 90th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 March 1945. Lieutenant Colonel DePuy's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 90th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 109 (1945)
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross (Vietnam), 4@ Army Distinguished Service Medals, Air Force Distinguished Service Medal

*DEROSIER, EDWIN C. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edwin C. Derosier (36209011), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign in Buna. Technician Fifth Grade DeRosier's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 14 (1943)
Home Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

*D'ERRECALDE, JEAN M. M. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Jean M. M. D'Errecalde, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces during World War II. First Lieutenant D'Errecalde's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

DESHAYES, ALBERT P.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Albert P. Deshayes, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 3d Battalion, 517th Parachute Combat Team, in action against enemy forces in August 1944, in France. After his jump into enemy-held territory in Southern France on 15 August 1944, Corporal Deshayes found himself separated from other parachutists of his unit. Through his own initiative and resourcefulness, he contacted the French underground. In the following days Corporal Deshayes led patrols of F.F.I. men which captured 29 Germans and killed many more. On one occasion he and another American set up an ambush for enemy patrol and completely wiped it out, killing 20 Germans in the one trap. Later, when the commanding officer of the German-held garrison of La Roche announced he was ready to talk terms of surrender, Corporal Deshayes was one of the three men to go to the meeting, despite the possibility of a trap. During the negotiations, which lasted approximately three hours, Corporal Deshayes stood guard outside the building opposite ten German guards. Although the building was under constant American artillery fire, Corporal Deshayes remained at his post until negotiations were complete. The surrender of the garrison resulted in the capture of 174 prisoners, 15 machine guns, two 20-mm. guns, and 175 rifles. Corporal Deshayes gallant fortitude, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Sixth Army Group, General Orders No. 14 (1944)

*DETER, DWIGHT M. (MIA-KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Dwight M. Deter (0-264577), Lieutenant Colonel (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, Visayan-Mindanao Guerilla Forces, in action against enemy forces on 10 April 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Lieutenant Colonel Deter's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 60 (1946)
Home Town: Travis County, Texas
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star (WWII), 2@ Legion of Merit, Purple Heart

DETORRES, GEORGE P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to George P. Detorres, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 513d Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 30 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Detorres' intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 244 (1945)

DEW, JOSEPH HAROLD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph Harold Dew, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 741st Tank Battalion, attached to the 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 15 September 1944.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 7 (1945)
Home Town: Redfield, Iowa

DEWITT, JACK RICHARD
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jack Richard Dewitt, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 14th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 1 January 1945. First Lieutenant Dewitt's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 14th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 133 (1945)
Home Town: Madison, Wisconsin

DEWITT, LEONARD C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Leonard C. DeWitt, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 28 July 1943. Sergeant DeWitt's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 52 (1944)

DEXTER, ROBERT B.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert B. Dexter, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 406th Infantry Regiment, 102d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 23 February 1945 to 3 March 1945, in Germany. Captain Dexter expertly organized an outstanding defense and led his rifle company in a series of furious attacks in a manner so courageous that his men were inspired to great success despite the intense artillery and mortar fire they were forced to penetrate. Attacking at the head of the riflemen, Captain Dexter, by his superior leadership and outstanding courage, prevented many casualties to his unit and was responsible for inflicting heavy losses upon the enemy. His intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 102d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 289 (1945)

DEYOE, WARNER S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Warner S. Deyoe, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 309th Infantry Regiment, 78th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 March 1945. Private First Class Deyoe's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 78th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 75 (1945)
Home Town: Kinderhook, New York

DEZARN, WILLIAM R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William R. Dezarn, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 7th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 3 November 1944. Second Lieutenant Dezarn's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 258 (1945)

DI DOMENICO, VITO A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Vito A. Di Domenico, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 32d Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 1 May 1945. Private First Class Di Domenico's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 322 (1945)

DIAROLF, THOMAS W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas W. Diarolf, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces during World War II. Staff Sergeant Diarolf's intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

*DICKERSON, HARRY S. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Harry S. Dickerson (36171576), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 and 10 October 1944, in Germany. When his platoon was suddenly attacked by superior numbers of heavily armed Germans, Private First Class Dickerson courageously poured accurate automatic rifle fire into the attacking enemy to cover his platoon's withdrawal. Ignoring the mortar and small arms fire directed at him, he remained steadfast and continued his harassing fire until his platoon had safely retired. On the following day, the Germans launched another vicious attack. From a previously selected position, Private First Class Dickerson awaited the enemy's approach. As they came within close range, he delivered deadly fire into the surprised troops, forcing them to retreat. Reorganizing quickly, the enemy again attacked and, upon locating Private First Class Dickerson's position, concentrated their fire upon him. Heroically, this valiant soldier remained at his post and took a heavy toll of lives with his accurate and intense fire before he was mortally wounded. By his self-sacrificing devotion to duty, outstanding courage and indomitable spirit, at the cost of his life, Private First Class Dickerson exemplified the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and