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
EAKENS, KENNETH U.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Kenneth U. Eakens (0-526512), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
with the 413th Infantry Regiment, 104th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 26 February 1945 in Germany. Although twice
wounded, Lieutenant Eakens led his platoon in assaulting a huge,
strongly defended enemy castle. Defying intense enemy fire, his small
group routed the enemy and captured the objective by the sheer force and
audacity of his platoon's onslaught. After securing the objective
Lieutenant Eakens encountered two enemy sentries who, from hidden
positions, commanded him to halt. Although unarmed, wounded, and
suffering from exhaustion, he flung himself upon the two enemy soldiers,
disarmed and captured both. First Lieutenant Eakens' intrepid action,
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 104th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 297 (1945)
Home Town: New Mexico
EARL, THOMAS R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas R. Earl, Private First Class, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 47th Infantry Regiment,
9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 June 1944.
Private First Class Earl'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. 67 (1944)
*EARLE, EDWARD P. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward P. Earle (0-10195),
Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 12 May 1943. Colonel Earle'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, the 7th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Troops, APO
726 (Attu Landing Force), General Orders No. 31 (1943)
Home Town: Jefferson County, Alabama
EARNEST, CHARLES A., III
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles A. Earnest, III, Captain
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K,
22d Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 8 June 1944. Captain Earnest'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 4th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 32 (1944)
Home Town: Annapolis, Maryland
EASTBURN, BENJAMIN R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Benjamin R. Eastburn, Technical Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 104th
Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 29 December 1944. Technical Sergeant Eastburn'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 26th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 109 (1945)
EASTLAND, WILLIAM H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William H. Eastland, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 34th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 8 June 1944, in the vicinity of Tarquina,
Italy. Staff Sergeant Eastland'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 34th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 149 (1944)
Home Town: Pittsfield, Massachusetts
EASTMAN, FREDERICK
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Frederick Eastman, First Lieutenant
(Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
315th Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 2
April 1945. First Lieutenant Eastman'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, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 340 (1945)
EASTMAN, WALTER R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Walter R. Eastman, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 24th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 and 6 November
1944. First Lieutenant Eastman'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 24th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 61 (1945)
Home Town: Weed, California
*EASTWOOD, HOWARD M. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Howard M. Eastwood
(38063831), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Company C, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 26 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at
Buna, New Guinea. Private Eastwood'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. 9 (1943)
Home Town: Garvin County, Oklahoma
*EATON,
CHARLES H. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Charles H. Eaton
(0-1286806), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in
action against enemy forces on 16 April 1945. First Lieutenant Eaton'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, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 89 (1945)
Home Town: Providence, Rhode Island
EBEL, JOHN E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John E. Ebel, 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 25 April 1945. First Lieutenant Ebel'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. 77 (1945)
*EBERLE, GEORGE M. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to George M. Eberle
(0-25641), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 502d Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne
Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France.
First Lieutenant Eberle'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, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 48 (1944)
Home Town: West Point, New York
EBERLE, WILLIAM F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William F. Eberle, Second Lieutenant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 379th Infantry
Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 2
to 17 December 1944. Second Lieutenant Eberle'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 95th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 71 (1945)
Home Town: Schenectady, New York
EBERSOLE, HENRY T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Henry T. Ebersole, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 50th Armored
Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces from 4 to 6 January
1945. Private First Class Ebersole'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, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 60 (1945)
ECKENROD, GERVASE E.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Gervase E. Eckenrod, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 26th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 29 November 1944 in
Germany. Lieutenant Eckenrod led his company through a series of
assaults in order to clear a wood area of two man bunker defenses.
Though wounded twice in subsequent actions, he so reorganized his
company as to lead towards the edge of a town which was bitterly
defended. Though enemy tanks came in support of enemy infantry,
Lieutenant Eckenrod, with disregard for his life in face of certain
annihilation, held his position and inflicted heavy casualties upon the
enemy until his position was attacked and overrun. First Lieutenant
Eckenrod'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 26th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Twelfth Army Group,
General Orders No. 44 (1945)
Born: April 25, 1917 at Loretto, Pennsylvania
Home Town: Cresson, Pennsylvania
ECONOMOPOLOS, PETER (DNB)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Peter Economopolos (11023645), Private
First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L,
31st Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy
forces on 24 January 1942, in the vicinity of Abucay Hacienda in the
Philippine Islands. Private First Class Economopolos' 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. 27 (1942)
Home Town: Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
EDDY,
MANTON SPRAGUE
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Manton Sprague Eddy, Major General, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding General, 9th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces from 24 to 26 June 1944. Major
General Eddy'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. 39 (1944)
Born: May 16, 1892 at Chicago, Illinois
EDDY, PAUL N.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Paul N. Eddy, Staff Sergeant, 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 3 June 1944. Staff
Sergeant Eddy'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. 153 (1944)
EDLIN, ROBERT T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Robert T. Edlin, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d
Ranger Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 10
September 1944. First Lieutenant Edlin'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, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 36 (1944)
Born: May 6, 1922 at Evansville, Indiana
EDMONSON, CHARLES D.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles D. Edmonson, Captain (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 23
April 1945. Captain Edmonson'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 88th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army-Mediterranean
Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 256 (1945)
*EDROZO, CANDIDO (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Candido Edrozo, Sergeant,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 45th
Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on
12 February 1942. Sergeant Edrozo'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.
Allied Force Headquarterss in the
Philippines, General Orders No. 15 (1942)
Home Town: Philippine Islands
EDWARDS, AUBREY G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Aubrey G. Edwards, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 357th Infantry
Regiment, 90th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11
December 1944. Staff Sergeant Edwards' 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. 30 (1945)
EDWARDS, DANIEL K.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Daniel K. Edwards, Captain (Infantry),
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, I
Corps, in action against enemy forces on 5 December 1942, during the
Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Captain Edwards' 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 I Corps, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific
Area, General Orders No. 60 (1942)
Home Town: North Carolina
EDWARDS, IRWIN A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Irwin A. Edwards, Major, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with the 2d Battalion, 513th Parachute
Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 3 and 4 April 1945.
Major Edwards' 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, XVI Corps, General
Orders No. 69 (1945)
*EDWARDS, ROBERT J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert J. Edwards
(0-386775), Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 October
1944. Major Edwards' 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 7th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the
Far East, General Orders No. 29 (1945)
Home Town: Jewell County, Kansas
*EDWARDS, VERNON L. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Vernon L. Edwards
(0-1011342), First Lieutenant (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 68th Tank Battalion, in action against enemy
forces on 12 November 1944. First Lieutenant Edwards' 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. 6 (1945)
Home Town: Madison County, Illinois
*EDWARDS, WILLIAM P. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William P. Edwards
(36478562), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Company F, 157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 26 May 1944. Sergeant Edwards' 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 45th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 69 (1944)
Home Town: Will County, Illinois
EELLS, CALVIN E.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Calvin E. Eells (0-522552), Second
Lieutenant (Armor), 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 15 October 1944, in Germany. While leading his tanks into
position to form a strong roadblock, Second Lieutenant Eells' tank
received three direct hits from an enemy tank. He escaped from the
flaming tank and, despite painful wounds and burns and while subjected
to intense fire, directed two remaining tanks to covered positions. He
re-entered the burning tank, extricated his wounded gunner, and carried
him to an abandoned house. After an unsuccessful attempt to evacuate the
other crew members, he collapsed from exhaustion and directed litter
bearers to carry him to an infantry battalion command post where he made
a complete report of the enemy situation. Second Lieutenant Eells'
intrepid 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 2d Armored Division,
and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 26 (February 14, 1945)
Home Town: New York
*EGGERS, CARROLL D. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Carroll D. Eggers
(34435462), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Company H, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 17 July 1944. Sergeant Eggers' 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. 143 (1944)
Home Town: Watauga County, North Carolina
EGGERT, ELMER A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Elmer A. Eggert, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 379th
Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 16 November 1944. Private First Class Eggert'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 95th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 25 (1945)
EGGLESTON, LEONARD L.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Leonard L. Eggleston, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 121st
Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces
on 26 July 1944, in France. On that date, near Jolimment, France, the
enemy launched a combined infantry and tank attack against the left
flank of A Company, 121st Infantry. Private Eggleston, a machine gunner,
fired on the advancing enemy infantrymen repulsing their attack. During
this severe enemy action, he was wounded by a German hand grenade. Still
at his gun, he continued to fire until again wounded by return fire from
the guns of an advancing enemy tank. Private Eggleston, heedless of his
wounds, fired the last available round from a rocket launcher at the
tank. Upon missing, he then seized an M-1 rifle and fired an anti-tank
grenade which hit the turret of the tank forcing it to withdraw. Private
Eggleston's aggressive 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 8th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 19 (1944)
Home Town: Fort Hayes, Ohio
EGNER, PAUL L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Paul L. Egner, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 142d Infantry Regiment,
36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 and 9
February 1945. Staff Sergeant Egner'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. 173 (1945)
*EHLERS, ELMER A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Elmer A. Ehlers
(36052110), Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
2828th Engineer Combat Battalion, 36th Engineer Combat Regiment, in
action against enemy forces on 20 January 1945. Sergeant Ehlers'
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. 334 (1945)
Home Town: Woodford County, Illinois
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 4@
Purple Hearts
EHRHARDT, CLYDE W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Clyde W. Ehrhardt (0-539852), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
with Company C, 417th Infantry Regiment, 76th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 10 and 11 March 1945, in the vicinity of
Mertesdorf, Germany. During an attack on a vital, heavily defended hill
Lieutenant Ehrhardt exhibited heroic leadership in taking the objective
and inspiring his outnumbered men in a gallant defense against three
tank-led enemy counterattacks. The following day, although wounded, he
continued to direct his men in resisting powerful enemy attempts to
dislodge them. When a second serious wound forced him to be evacuated he
courageously insisted on furnishing his battalion commander with clear,
detailed information on the disposition and tactics of the enemy. First
Lieutenant Ehrhardt's intrepid 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 76th
Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 153 (June 25, 1945)
Home Town: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
EICHELBERGER,
ROBERT LAWRENCE
(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 Robert Lawrence Eichelberger, Lieutenant General (General Staff
Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 77th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces from 23 July 1942 to 8 January
1943, in New Guinea. Lieutenant General Eichelberger'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 77th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific
Area, General Orders No. 5 (January 11, 1943)
Born: March 9, 1886 at Urbana, Ohio
Home Town: Urbana, Ohio
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (Siberia), Distinguished
Service Cross (WWII)
ELDER, LEONARD P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Leonard P. Elder, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with
the Medical Detachment, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 17 June 1944. Private First Class
Elder'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. 61 (1944)
ELDER, NED S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Ned S. Elder, Captain (Armor), U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy while serving with the 743d Tank Battalion, 1st Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, at Normandy,
France. Captain Elder'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, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 37 (1944)
Home Town: Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
ELDRIDGE,
BRUCE S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Bruce S. Eldridge, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 27th
Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces on 5 August 1943. First Lieutenant Eldridge'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 25th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the
South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 101 (1944)
Home Town: Sioux City, Iowa
*ELDRIDGE, EDWARD D. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward D. Eldridge
(0-1296343), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with Company L, 379th Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 15 November 1944. First
Lieutenant Eldridge'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 95th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 10 (1945)
Home Town: Cook County, Illinois
*ELLER, CECIL H. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Cecil H. Eller (0-531689),
Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the
423d Armored Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces
on 26 November 1944. Second Lieutenant Eller'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. 46 (1945)
Home Town: Blount County, Alabama
ELLING, JAMES C.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James C. Elling, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 1st
Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 30 March 1945, in the vicinity of Gross Heubach,
Germany. When his company was halted on an open plain by blistering
automatic and rifle fire, Private First Class Elling dashed forward
alone in a reckless assault on the entire enemy force. Sprinting
ninety-five yards into the hailstorm of enemy bullets, he knocked out a
machine gun and its four-man crew with BAR fire, then charged into a
nest of snipers and yanked nine cowering Germans from their foxholes.
Finally, he crawled forty yards to strike a German strongpoint, killing
or capturing a total of twenty-six enemy infantrymen. Private First
Class Elling'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. 299 (1945)
Home Town: Needles, California
ELLIS, CALVIN L. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Calvin L. Ellis (6892887), Technical
Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E,
2d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. Technical Sergeant
Ellis' 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, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 81 (1944)
Home Town: Mifflin County, Pennsylvania
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), 3@ Silver Stars
(WWII) Bronze Star, Purple Heart
ELLIS, CHARLES A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Charles A. Ellis, Lieutenant Colonel
(Cavalry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy
forces on 2 and 3 July 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Ellis' 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. 187 (1944)
ELLIS, HARRY
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Harry Ellis, Private First Class, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 347th Infantry
Regiment, 87th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 15
December 1944. Private First Class Ellis' 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 87th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 46 (1945)
ELLSWORTH, THEODORE R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Theodore R. Ellsworth, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G,
317th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in action against enemy
forces from 2 to 4 October 1944. First Lieutenant Ellsworth'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 80th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European
Theater, General Orders No. 286 (1945)
ELLSWORTH, WALTER C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Walter C. Ellsworth, Private First Class,
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 12
October 1944. Private First Class Ellsworth'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. 70 (1945)
ELROD, JOHN E.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John E. Elrod, Technical Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 141st Infantry
Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12
December 1944. Technical Sergeant Elrod'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. 570 (1945)
Home Town: Hartwell, Georgia
ELROD, WALTER L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Walter L. Elrod, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 423d Infantry Regiment, in
action against enemy forces on 2 April 1945. Staff Sergeant Elrod'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. 17 (1946)
*ELWELL, JOSEPH A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph A. Elwell
(31217683), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
with the 2d Engineer Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 2 and 3 August 1944. Private First Class Elwell'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
2d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 75 (1944)
Home Town: Lincoln County, Maine
*ELWOOD, CHARLES H. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Charles H. Elwood
(36201093), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
with Company E, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 23 May 1943. Private First Class Elwood'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
7th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Troops, APO
726 (Attu Landing Force), General Orders No. 31 (1943)
Home Town: Columbia County, Wisconsin
EMELZER, RAYMOND
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Raymond Emelzer, Second Lieutenant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with the 379th Infantry Regiment,
95th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces during World War
II. Second Lieutenant Emelzer'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 95th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
*EMERSON, HENRY K. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Henry K. Emerson
(0-360995), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action
against enemy forces on 4 February 1944. Captain Emerson'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. Army
Forces-Central Pacific Area, General Orders No. 129 (1944)
Home Town: Los Angeles, California
EMERY, JOSEPH O.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph O. Emery, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 130th
Infantry Regiment, 33d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces
on 19 February 1945. Private First Class Emery'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 33d Infantry Division,
and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 299 (1945)
*EMERY, ROBERT M. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert M. Emery
(0-317400), First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 8 November 1942 in Algeria. First
Lieutenant Emery made the supreme sacrifice while attempting
single-handedly to eliminate an enemy machine gun nest holding up the
advance of his unit at *****, Algeria. First Lieutenant Emery'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.
War Department, General Orders No. 6
(February 9, 1943)
Home Town: Hudson County, New Jersey
EOFF, GORDON W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Gordon W. Eoff, Private, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with Headquarters Company, 127th Infantry
Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25
December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Private
Eoff'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. 36 (1943)
Home Town: Arkansas
ERBES, JOHN
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to John Erbes (0-380930), Captain (Medical
Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Officer
with the 67th Armored Regiment, 2d Armored Division, in action against
enemy forces on 17 November 1944, in Germany. On 17 November 1944
Captain Erbes voluntarily and with complete disregard to his own
personal safety, braved enemy artillery, mortar and machine-gun fire to
aid friendly casualties 600 yards behind enemy lines. Even though his
Geneva Cross Flag was shot from his hand on the first trip, Captain
Erbes courageously made a total of four trips into enemy lines
evacuating twelve seriously wounded men, six of whom would have died if
they had not been given immediate medical attention. Captain Erbes'
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. 95 (March 31, 1945)
Home Town: Nebraska
ERDMAN, HERMAN
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Herman Erdman, Technical Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 71st Infantry
Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 1 January 1945, near
Moronville Farms, France. Discovering an enemy force of five companies
about to attack his company Command Post, Sergeant Erdman immediately
engaged them, single-handedly. He ran over exposed terrain, jumped into
a hole twenty-five yards from the enemy columns and opened fire with
rifle and grenades so effectively that he diverted the attack toward his
own platoon. Although wounded in the neck, Sergeant Erdman directed
artillery and mortar fire with such devastating accuracy that the attack
was completely broken. The fighting spirit displayed by Sergeant Erdman
and his extraordinary courage 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. 392 (1945)
ERICHSON, REYNOLD C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Reynold C. Erichson, Captain (Infantry),
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 120th Infantry
Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 6
to 12 August 1944. Captain Erichson'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 30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 47 (1944)
*ERICKSEN, RAY J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Ray J. Ericksen
(0-401913), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
with the 135th Infantry Regiment, 34th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces from 1 October 1943 to 5 June 1944. Lieutenant
Colonel Ericksen'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 34th Infantry Division, and the United States
Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 187 (1944)
Home Town: Hennepin County, Minnesota
ERICKSON, HERBERT
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Herbert Erickson (0-106914), First
Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
as a Platoon Leader in Company B, 36th Tank Battalion, 6th Armored
Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 March 1945, in Germany.
When his tank was disabled, First Lieutenant Erickson climbed to the
deck in full view of the enemy to give his crew cover as they extricated
themselves. Although wounded by an enemy six-man bazooka team, he killed
all six with his pistol, then dismounted and fearlessly moved across
enemy terrain killing many enemy soldiers in foxholes and wiping out
points of resistance, clearing the way for an advance by his troops. In
the performance of this courageous act, First Lieutenant Erickson was
killed but the men of his command, inspired by this outstanding
exhibition of bravery and daring, continued the attack and successfully
achieved their objective. The intrepidity, fortitude, initiative and
loyalty demonstrated by this First Lieutenant Erickson in the
performance of his duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military
forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the
6th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, XVI Corps, General
Orders No. 60 (August 2, 1945)
Home Town: South Dakota
ERMEY, MERWIN SLAYTON
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Merwin Slayton Ermey, Second Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy
forces on 23 September 1944. Second Lieutenant Ermey'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. 22 (1945)
ERNST, MICHAEL A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Michael A. Ernst, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 7th Infantry
Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 22 October 1944. Staff
Sergeant Ernst'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. 55 (1945)
*ESTRADA, BERNADINO Y. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Bernadino Y. Estrada
(38070627), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Company E, 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 16 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at
Buna, New Guinea. Private Estrada'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. 9 (1943)
Home Town: Tucson, Arizona
*ESTRADA, GILBERTO C. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Gilberto C. Estrada
(38003968), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy
forces on 11 July 1943. Private Estrada'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. 458 (1943)
Home Town: Santa Cruz County, Arizona
*ETHRIDGE, ROBERT L. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert L. Ethridge
(34572054), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Company C, 375th Field Artillery Battalion, 100th Infantry Division, in
action against enemy forces on 8 November 1944, in the vicinity of Raon
L'Etape, France. Corporal Ethridge'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 100th Infantry Division, and the
United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 16 (1945)
Home Town: Floyd County, Georgia
*EUART, ELWOOD J. (MIA-KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Elwood J. Euart
(0-374388), Captain (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 103d Field Artillery Battalion, 43d Infantry
Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 October 1942. Captain
Euart'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 43d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the
South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 41 (1943)
Home Town: Providence, Rhode Island
EUPERIO, PEDRO
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Pedro Euperio, Private First Class, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 26th Cavalry
Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 16
January 1942. Private First Class Euperio'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. 14 (1942)
*EVANICH, MICHAEL (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Michael Evanich
(42010657), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
Company A, 142d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 17 December 1944. Private Evanich'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 36th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 181 (1945)
Home Town: Passaic, New Jersey
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts
EVANS, JACK L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Jack L. Evans, Private, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with Company K, 357th Infantry Regiment, 90th
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 July 1944.
Private Evans' 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.
War Department, General Orders No. 34
(1947)
Home Town: Sun City West, Arizona
EVANS, JAMES G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James G. Evans, Captain (Infantry), U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 157th Infantry
Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 16
to 19 February 1944. Captain Evans' 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 45th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 94 (June 4, 1944)
EVANS, THOMAS J.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas J. Evans, Captain, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with Company C, 704th Tank Destroyer
Battalion, 4th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 22
November 1944, near Moyenvic France. When the enemy launched a fierce
tank-infantry attack on Captain Evans' position, he fearlessly manned
the machine gun of his armored car and drove off the hostile infantry.
After a fierce exchange of fire with an enemy tank, this intrepid
officer ran form his armored car to a disabled tank-destroyer and with
its gun destroyed the hostile tank. He then went on foot through intense
small arms and heavy weapons fire to another of his platoons and
remaining in an exposed position for two hours, directed it in the
repulse of the enemy attack. Captain Evans' heroic leadership, dauntless
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 4th Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 65 (1944)
*EVANS, WILLIAM M. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William M. Evans
(0-1294640), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving
with the 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action
against enemy forces on 16 June 1944. Second Lieutenant Evans' 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 Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 65 (1944)
Home Town: Dyer County, Tennessee
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Bronze Star, 2@
Purple Hearts
EVANS, WILLIAM P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to William P. Evans, Private First Class,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 502d
Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against
enemy forces on 19 September 1944, near Best, Netherlands. On that date
Private First Class Evans charged and crawled across an open field under
heavy fire and through icy water with a fixed bayonet. Nearing his
objective, he observed enemy soldiers, leaving the building and others
firing on a comrade, Private First Class Evans opened fire, later
bayoneted a German who rushed him, and forced the surrender of many. In
the course of the action, he and a comrade captured 93 and wounded
approximately 30 of the enemy. Private First Class Evans' 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 101st Airborne Division, and the
United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 437 (1945)
Home Town: Aliquippa, Pennsylvania
EVANS, WILLIE C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Willie C. Evans, Private, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with Company G, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d
Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 August 1944.
Private Evans' 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. 147 (1945)
EVANS, WINFORD A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Winford A. Evans, Staff Sergeant, U.S.
Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations
against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 1st Infantry
Regiment, 6th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 31
July 1945, in a battle in the Southwest Pacific Theater. Seeing his
platoon leader wounded, Staff Sergeant Evans disregarded enemy fire and
brought the leader to safety. As the battle progressed, he directed
mortar attacks and was wounded but continued to fight. Less concerned
with his own immediate safety than with defending those around him, he
positioned himself within 25 yards of the enemy, threw hand grenades,
fired on the enemy and wounded and killed several enemy soldiers. Staff
Sergeant Evans' 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 6th Infantry
Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific,
General Orders No. 419 (1945)
EVERETT, GEORGE W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to George W. Everett, First Lieutenant
(Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with
military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B,
399th Infantry Regiment, 100th Infantry Division, in action against
enemy forces on 13 April 1945, in the vicinity of Flein, Germany. First
Lieutenant Everett'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 100th
Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army,
General Orders No. 611 (1945)
EWELL, JULIAN J.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Julian J. Ewell (0-21791), Lieutenant
Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as
Commanding Officer, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne
Division, in action against enemy forces on the night of 18 - 19
December 1944, at Bastogne, Belgium. In the darkness of 18 - 19 December
1944, Colonel Ewell's regiment was the first unit of the 101st Airborne
Division to reach the vicinity of Bastogne, Belgium, then under attack
by strong enemy forces. While his regiment assembled, Lieutenant Colonel
Ewell went forward alone to Bastogne to obtain first hand enemy
information. During the night of 18 - 19 December 1944, Lieutenant
Colonel Ewell made a personal reconnaissance amid intermingled friendly
and hostile troops and on 19 December, by his heroic and fearless
leadership of his troops, contributed materially to the defeat of enemy
efforts to prostrate Bastogne. On 3 January 1945, when an enemy attack
threatened to blunt the impetus of the regimental offensive, Lieutenant
Colonel Ewell personally lead a counterattack which stopped the enemy
and made possible the continued offensive action of his regiment.
Throughout the action at Bastogne, the heroic and fearless personal
leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Ewell were a source of inspiration to
the troops he commanded. 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 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps,
General Orders No. 19 (March 14, 1945)
Home Town: Washington, D.C.
*EXONIAN, PEDRO (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Pedro Exonian, Corporal,
U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military
operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces during
World War II. Corporal Exonian'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.
*EXTON, ROBERT N. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert N. Exton
(0-406868), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary
heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy
while serving with the 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division,
in action against enemy forces on 12 January 1943. First Lieutenant
Exton'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 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the
South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 96 (1943)
Home Town: New York, New York
EYERMAN, EDWARD F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to Edward F. Eyerman, Private, U.S. Army,
for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against
an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 14 March 1944. Private
Eyerman'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. 69 (1944)
EZZELL, JAMES C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the
Distinguished Service Cross to James C. Ezzell, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for
extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an
armed enemy while serving with Recon Company, 601st Tank Destroyer
Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 17 August 1944. Sergeant
Ezzell'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. 155 (1945)
FAIR, LELAND B.