World War II Recipients of the Distinguished Service Cross

RABAGO, MIKE S.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Mike S. Rabago (38555193), Sergeant [then Private First Class], U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 9th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 29 August 1944, in France. Sergeant Rabago observed an enemy concussion grenade thrown toward a comrade. Without hesitation, and with utter disregard for his own life, he attempted to intercept the grenade, which fell to the ground after striking him in the chest. Courageously, he dropped to the ground and smothered the grenade with his helmet to prevent injury to others nearby. Although wounded and shocked by the subsequent explosion, he heroically opened fire with his rifle toward the emplacement from which the grenade was thrown. Sergeant Rabago'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 Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 100 (December 23, 1944)
Home Town: Texas

RABBE, MARVIN H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Marvin H. Rabbe, Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 26 November 1944. Technical Sergeant Rabbe'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-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 52 (1945)

RABREAU, JOHN (POW)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John Rabreau (32526157), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 and 15 September 1944, in Belgium. As Staff Sergeant Rabreau was returning to his gun position with a supply of grenades and ammunition, he observed two strong enemy combat patrols making a night attack upon his machine guns protecting the vital locks of the Albert Canal. A heavy firefight ensued and the hostile patrol threatened to envelop both guns. Instantly realizing the danger to his men and the importance of protecting the locks at any cost, Staff Sergeant Rabreau worked his way through intense automatic weapons and small arms fire to reach one of his guns. After shouting fire orders to the half-surrounded crew, he fearlessly crawled within a few yards of the enemy. In full view of the German patrol, he threw one grenade after another into their midst, routing them and forcing them to run into the fire of the machine gun. He then courageously made his way to the second weapon where he directed its devastating fire and repulsed a strong attack against the emplacements. Staff Sergeant Rabreau's heroic actions and outstanding bravery were instrumental in enabling his machine gun section to hold this key position in the defenses protecting the vital waterway and important locks. 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 30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 24 (February 10, 1945)
Home Town: New York, New York

RADFORD, DAVID N.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to David N. Radford (13015814), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. When Staff Sergeant Radford observed the great number of men that were pinned down by the heavy enemy fire on the beach, he armed himself with two Bangalore torpedoes and advanced through thirty yards of open terrain to the aprons of barbed wire. Finding the depth of the wire too great for two Bangalores, he returned to the beach, secured another and returned to the barbed wire. He attached the three Bangalores in the most advantageous position and blew a huge gap in the wire. He then led his section through this gap in the wire and across an enemy mine field to the top of a hill from which position flanking fire was directed on the enemy position. The valor and unselfish devotion to duty demonstrated by Staff Sergeant Radford 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: Virginia

*RADICH, SRECKO F. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Srecko F. Radich (42140374), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 175th Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 February 1945. Private First Class Radich'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 29th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 117 (1945)
Home Town: Camden County, New Jersey

RADTKE, DONALD N.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Donald N. Radtke, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 377th Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 31 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Radtke'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. 243 (1945)

RADZWICH, EDWARD R.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edward R. Radzwich, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, Company I, 101st Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces during the period 1 - 4 December 1944. The brilliant, heroic leadership Captain Radzwich displayed during furious action to take Saare-Union France, distinguishes him as an outstanding commander. With complete disregard for his own safety he repeatedly took the lead in fierce assaults against the enemy, exposing himself to fire to inspire and encourage his men. He personally killed many of the enemy in bold, daring action, and his fearlessness and skill were in great measure responsible for the capture of the town. Captain Radzwich'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 26th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 99 (1945)
Home Town: West Hazelton, Pennsylvania
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), 3@ Silver Stars (WWII)

RAE, ROBERT D.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert D. Rae (0-1288948), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, Company C, 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 June 1944, near Ste. Mere Eglise, France. Elements of a Division were ordered to establish a bridgehead across the Merderet River to relieve isolated groups of the Division which had been holding fast on the other side of the river. Attainment of this objective involved a frontal assault across the bridge and over the river against heavy enemy fire. One company started the attack and was pinned down by the full force of the enemy fire. In order to maintain the momentum a composite company under Captain Rae was ordered to pass through the unit that was pinned down. Captain Rae placed himself at the head of the company and led the assault directly into the concentrated rifle, machine gun, mortar and artillery fire of the enemy. He moved with such speed that he carried his men across the bridge, reorganized and pressed his initial advantage and overran the enemy positions. The courage and superior leadership displayed by Captain Rae 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. 31 (July 1, 1944)

*RAGSDALE, ALTON H., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Alton H. Ragsdale, Jr. (0-1306645), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 and 3 April 1945. First Lieutenant Ragsdale'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 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 512 (1945)
Home Town: Los Angeles, California

RAJTAR, JOSEPH F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph F. Rajtar, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 343d Infantry Regiment, 86th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 and 14 April 1945. Captain Rajtar'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 86th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Twelfth Army Group, General Orders No. 40 (1945)
Home Town: Middletown, Connecticut

RALSTON, EMERALD M.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Emerald M. Ralston (0-468276), 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 1st Medical Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. The landing craft, upon which Captain Ralston's medical company was coming ashore, was hit twice by enemy shells, setting two of the holds on fire. Captain Ralston immediately rushed into one of the burning holds, calmed the men and organized them to fight the fire. Although painfully burned about the face, he continued to render aid to the wounded. Despite smoke and terrific heat, Captain Ralston fearlessly entered the officers cabin over a burning hold to rescue a critically injured man. He then returned to the shell swept deck to administer to the wounded. When a naval craft came alongside to the rescue, Captain Ralston, although strongly enjoined to remain with the rescue craft, refused and transferred the remnants of his company to an LCM and directed it to the beach. In the face of vicious enemy artillery fire which killed and wounded many of the men, a landing was effected. Although wounded in this landing, Captain Ralston, refusing to take treatment or to seek cover from the devastating enemy fire, made trip after trip into the heavy surf to rescue his wounded and struggling men. En route to the aid station he treated many of the wounded on the beach under hostile enemy machine gun and sniper fire. The personal bravery, superb courage and outstanding leadership displayed by Captain Ralston 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. 42 (August 6, 1944)

*RAMER, JOHN T. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John T. Ramer (33377517), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 3 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Ramer'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 83d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 241 (1945)
Home Town: Chester County, Tennessee

RAMIREZ, EDUARDO F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Eduardo F. Ramirez, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 90th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 June 1944. Private First Class Ramirez'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. 90 (1944)

*RAMIREZ, ROMEO M. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Romeo M. Ramirez (39688418), Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 349th Infantry Regiment, 88th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 October 1944. Technical Sergeant Ramirez'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 88th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 39 (1945)
Home Town: Ventura, California

RAMME, WILLIAM C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William C. Ramme, First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces from 14 April 1942 to 6 May 1942, in the Philippine Islands. First Lieutenant Ramme'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. 410 (1945)

RAMSDAIL, CLAUDE K.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Claude K. Ramsdail, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 22 September 1944. Private Ramsdail'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, European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 52 (1945)

RAMSEY, EDWIN P.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edwin P. Ramsey, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the Philippine Guerilla Forces, East Central Luzon Guerrilla Area, in action against enemy forces from 21 April 1942 to 30 April 1945, in the Philippine Islands. Major Ramsey'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 and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 9 (1945)
Born: at Illinois Home Town: Wichita, Kansas
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Silver Star (WWII)

RAMSEY, PAUL E.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Paul E. Ramsey (33497522), Sergeant [then Technician Fifth Grade], U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 376th Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 February 1945, in Germany. During an attack which knocked out two pill boxes in a strongly fortified enemy position near Ockfen, Germany, Sergeant Ramsey fearlessly exposed himself to intense enemy fire, evacuated the wounded commander of a tank and then directed fire of the tank and a rifle platoon on the third and last enemy pill box. When it became evident that it was too strongly fortified to be captured, he contacted the battalion commander by radio and skillfully followed his orders to effect a withdrawal. Sergeant Ramsey's dauntless courage and intrepid leadership 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. 153 (June 25, 1945)
Home Town: Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

*RANDALL, ROBERT G. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Robert G. Randall (38695011), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 347th Infantry Regiment, 87th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 March 1945. Private First Class Randall'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 87th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 298 (1945)
Home Town: Kingfisher County, Oklahoma

RANDLE, EDWIN H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edwin H. Randle, Colonel (Infantry), 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 28 March 1943, in the vicinity of El Guettar in North Africa. Colonel Randle'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 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 46 (1943)

*RANDOLPH, CALVIN J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Calvin J. Randolph (33337341), 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 2d Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 January 1945. Technician Fifth Grade Randolph'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. 84 (1945)
Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

*RANDOLPH, GEORGE B. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to George B. Randolph (0-227591), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of the 712th Tank Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 17 August 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Randolph'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. 84 (1945)
Home Town: Birmingham, Alabama
Personal Awards: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), 2@ Silver Stars, Purple Heart

RANKIN, WALTER R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Walter R. Rankin, Major (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 163d Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Sanananda, New Guinea. Major Rankin'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 41st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 37 (1943)
Home Town: Montana

*RAPEPORT, SIDNEY (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Sidney Rapeport (35012008), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in May 1943. Private First Class Rapeport'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, U.S. Army-North African Theater of Operations, General Orders No. 41 (1943)
Home Town: Cuyahoga County, Ohio

*RAPINO, JAMES A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to James A. Rapino (33283408), Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 317th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 September 1944. Corporal Rapino'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 80th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 21 (1945)
Home Town: Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

RATLIFF, WILLIAM H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William H. Ratliff, 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 51st Armored Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 26 December 1944. Private First Class Ratliff'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. 84 (1945)

*RAU, FREDERICK (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Frederick Rau (0-1176774), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 274th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 26 December 1944. Second Lieutenant Rau'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. 84 (1945)
Home Town: Multnomah County, Oregon

RAUDSTEIN, KNUT H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Knut H. Raudstein, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in the vicinity of Ste Marine Du Mont, France. Captain Raudstein'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 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 108 (1944)

RAY, JOHN W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John W. Ray, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 October 1944. Private First Class Ray'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. 295 (1945)

*RAYMER, CLIFFORD B. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Clifford B. Raymer (0-303673), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces in March 1943. Captain Raymer'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, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 24 (1943)
Home Town: Wayne County, New York

REA, JOHN C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John C. Rea, Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 381st Infantry Regiment, 96th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 October 1944, at Leyte, Philippine Islands. Technical Sergeant Rea'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 96th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 63 (1945)
Home Town: Spokane, Washington

REA, WILLIAM G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William G. Rea, Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman, in action against enemy forces from 8 to 10 September 1944, at Leyte, Philippine Islands. Technician Fifth Grade Rea'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. 67 (1945)

READ, WILLIAM S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William S. Read, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 512th Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces from 17 to 21 February 1945. Second Lieutenant Read'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. 146 (1945)

REAGAN, BRUCE W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Bruce W. Reagan (0-387348), Lieutenant Colonel (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 150th Engineer Combat Battalion, 1135th Engineer Combat Group, in action against enemy forces on 8 December 1944, in the vicinity of Sarreguemines in support of a river crossing. By his exceptional devotion to duty, continuous and inspiring courage and his driving tenacity of purpose Colonel Reagan materially aided the advance. His gallant 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 and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 10 (January 11, 1945)
Born: at Waco, Texas

REAGAN, FRANK A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frank A. Reagan, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces from 23 May 23 1944 to 4 June 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Reagan'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, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 114 (July 9, 1944)

REARDON, JOHN R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John R. Reardon, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 12 August 1944. Private Reardon'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. 1 (1945)

REASER, JOSEPH C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Joseph C. Reaser, First Lieutenant (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. First Lieutenant Reaser'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 30th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 47 (1944)

REBARCHEK, JOHN C.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John C. Rebarchek, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 24 June 1944. First Lieutenant Rebarchek'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, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 71 (1944)

REBUFFO, JOHN W.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John W. Rebuffo, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 25 October 1944. Private First Class Rebuffo'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. 51 (1945)

RECK, DELBERT G.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Delbert G. Reck, First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 20 August 1944. First Lieutenant Reck'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. 94 (1944)

*RECKORD, JOHN GEKLER (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John Gekler Reckord (0-418344), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 June 1944. Captain Reckord'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 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 68 (1944)
Home Town: Bel Air, Maryland

REDD, OTIS M., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Otis M. Redd, Jr., Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 80th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Redd'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, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 118 (1944)

*REED, CHARLES H. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Charles H. Reed, Colonel (Cavalry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d Cavalry Group, in action against enemy forces on 15 September 1944. Colonel Reed'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 (1944)

REED, EDWARD B., JR.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edward B. Reed, Jr., Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 27 April 1945. Sergeant Reed'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. 99 (1945)

REED, RICHARD N.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Richard N. Reed (0-1295086), Second Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 175th Infantry Regiment, 29th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 June 1944, in France. With a single cartridge remaining in his carbine, Second Lieutenant Reed, with utter disregard for his own safety, inched his way toward an enemy machine gun which pinned his platoon to the ground. Upon reaching a point ten yards from the emplacement, he leaped to his feet, charged the weapon, fired his single round and killed the gunner. With the butt of his carbine, he stunned the assistant gunner with a heavy blow. Although he was severely wounded during the engagement, Second Lieutenant Reed neutralized the position, thus enabling his platoon to continue the advance and secure its objective. The outstanding courage, conspicuous leadership and determination displayed by Second Lieutenant Reed exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 29th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 1 (January 1, 1945)
Home Town: New York

REEDER, RUSSELL P., JR.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Russell P. Reeder, Jr. (0-16494), Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, on the morning of 7 June 1944, in France. On that date Colonel Reeder's unit attacked enemy fortified positions approximately 500 meters southwest of ******** and captured these positions, advancing to ******** where the attack was temporarily held up by enemy forces in buildings and hedgerows in that vicinity. Colonel Reeder throughout the attack circulated amongst his men in the front lines encouraging and urging them forward, exposing himself continually to enemy small arms and shell fire. His utter disregard for his own personal safety and his exemplary bravery were largely responsible for the rapid advance of his troops. Near ****** when Colonel Reeder noticed that a group of his men were hesitant about crossing an open field on the enemy flank because of small arms fire, he walked boldly into the open field with complete disregard for his personal safety. The men immediately got up, crossed the field following Colonel Reeder and established themselves on the flank of the enemy. This was an outstanding instance of leadership under fire and was to a great extent responsible for the swift ejection of the enemy from ******. Colonel Reeder's extraordinary coolness and personal bravery under fire when personally inciting his men to further effort were an inspiration to all who served with him and under him. His gallant leadership 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. 28 (June 20, 1944)
Home Town: Kansas

*REES, JAMES E. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to James E. Rees (0-014978), Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 1st Infantry Regiment, 6th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 March 1945. Colonel Rees' 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 6th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 53 (1945)
Home Town: Kentucky

REES, ROGER S.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Roger S. Rees (0-349468), Captain (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 19 and 20 November 1944, in Germany. When a rifle company became disorganized by enemy artillery fire and suffered heavy casualties, Captain Rees moved through vicious fire to the company, reorganized and rallied the men, and led a successful attack against a strongly defended village. The following day, Captain Rees assumed command of a platoon of tanks, and moving on foot through devastating fire, directed a coordinated tank-infantry attack against a second heavily fortified town. By his personal courage, inspirational leadership, and sound tactical decisions, Captain Rees enabled his battalion to successfully capture its objective with a minimum of casualties. His gallant 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 104th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 59 (1945)
Home Town: California

*REEVES, WOODROW W. (KIA)
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Woodrow W. Reeves (34137164), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 18th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron (Mechanized), 14th Cavalry Group, 40th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 December 1944, in Belgium. Staff Sergeant Reeves was in command of two tanks in support of a dismounted patrol. When the patrol was attacked by a battalion of German infantrymen and was caught in the crossfire of four machine guns, he climbed upon the turret and, at great risk, effectively coordinated the fire of the weapons of both tanks. In plain view of the enemy, he manned an anti-aircraft machine gun atop his tank and inflicted heavy casualties until he was fatally wounded by hostile machine gun fire. Staff Sergeant Reeves' valor and self-sacrificing devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplified 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. 24 (February 10, 1945)
Home Town: Stone County, Mississippi

REGAN, DENNIS J. (POW)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Dennis J. Regan, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 440th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces from 27 to 30 October 1944. Second Lieutenant Regan'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. 68 (1944)

REGAN, EDWARD J.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edward J. Regan, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 28th Infantry Regiment, 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 and 24 February 1945. Major Regan'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 8th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 242 (1945)

*REHAK, JOHN F., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John F. Rehak, Jr. (20646676), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Staff Sergeant Rehak'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. 4 (1943)
Home Town: Manitowoc County, Wisconsin

REICH, EUGENE B.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Eugene B. Reich, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 253d Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 12 April 1945, near Lampoldhousen, Germany. When his platoon was cut off by two enemy machine guns and several snipers, Private First Class Reich destroyed the first hostile gun with a grenade, killing two Germans and wounding one. He moved across open ground, to a second machine gun position and annihilated it in a similar manner, killing two more of the enemy. After returning to a defiladed position, he skillfully rescued and evacuated a wounded officer. Private First Class Reich then carried sorely needed ammunition to his platoon across seventy-five yards of fire-swept terrain. His courageous actions enabled his unit to carry on the fire fight and reach its objective. Private First Class Reich'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. 587 (October 8, 1945)

*REIHM, LEWIS A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Lewis A. Reihm (33383234), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 27 March 1945. Private First Class Reihm'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. 210 (1945)
Home Town: Prince Georges County, Maryland

*REILLY, WALTER J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Walter J. Reilly (0-400672), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 71st Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 18 November 1944. Captain Reilly'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, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 163 (1945)
Home Town: New York, New York

*REINARTZ, LEO F., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Leo F. Reinartz, Jr. (0-1013163), First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 11, 13, and 27 November 1944. First Lieutenant Reinartz'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. 137 (1945)
Home Town: Butler County, Ohio

REISINGER, BELERE R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Belere R. Reisinger, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 15th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 October 1944. Private First Class Reisinger'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)

RENNEBAUM, LEON A.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Leon A. Rennebaum (0-1822055), First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 628th Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 16 and 17 September 1944, in Germany. In a stubborn engagement with superior enemy forces attempting to encircle a hill held by our troops, First Lieutenant Rennebaum risked his life on unnumerable occasions to bring effective fire from his Tank Destroyers in support of the Infantry. Time and time again, he braved devastating enemy artillery fire, moving on foot to forward elements of the Infantry and to his Tank Destroyer units to direct their fire upon the enemy. When three of his Destroyers were disabled, First Lieutenant Rennebaum coolly and calmly supervised their evacuation under fire and personally returned to the scene of action to recover a remaining vehicle. On another occasion, he courageously drove to the crest of a hill subjected to heavy artillery and mortar fire, and, from his exposed position, single-handedly poured a hail of machine gun fire into attacking hostile troops, forcing them to retreat. First Lieutenant Rennebaum'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 and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 103 (1944)
Home Town: Williamstown, New Jersey

RENTERIA, JESS T.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jess T. Renteria (37354648), Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 414th Infantry Regiment, 104th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 and 23 November 1944, in Germany. Technician Fourth Grade Renteria voluntarily left a position of comparative safety, crossed fifty yards of fire-swept terrain, and in the face of intense small arms fire, carried an injured soldier out of danger. Several days later Technician Fourth Grade Renteria again braved fierce enemy mortar and machine gun fire as he made five trips over open terrain and evacuated seven severely wounded soldiers. Technician Fourth Grade Renteria's actions resulted in the saving of many lives and reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. 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 104th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 55 (1945)
Home Town: Colorado

RENZELLA, ALFRED A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Alfred A. Renzella, Technical Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 387th Infantry Regiment, 97th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 May 1945. Technical Sergeant Renzella'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 97th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 41 (1946)

REPPART, LEONARD V.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Leonard V. Reppart, Corporal, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 82d Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 23 August 1944. Corporal Reppart'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. 251 (1945)

*RESTUCCIA, JOHN (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John Restuccia (0-1296903), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 383d Infantry Regiment, 96th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 April 1945, at Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands. First Lieutenant Restuccia'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 96th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Tenth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 142 (1945)
Home Town: Oswego County, New York

RETORT, PATSY
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Patsy Retort, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 311th Infantry Regiment, 78th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 March 1945. Private First Class Retort'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)

RETZLAFF, GEORGE T.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to George T. Retzlaff, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 17th Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 October 1944. Private First Class Retzlaff'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. 89 (1945)
Home Town: Thornton, Illinois

REX, DALE B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Dale B. Rex, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 September 1944. Private Rex'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 5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 97 (1944)
Home Town: Randolph, Utah

REXALL, TEDDIE B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Teddie B. Rexall, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 April 1945. Private Rexall'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 91st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 95 (1945)

REYNA, FRANK F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frank F. Reyna, Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 31 July 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Reyna'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. 63 (1944)

REYNOLDS, GEORGE W.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to George W. Reynolds, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 July 1944, while engaged in the campaigns in Normandy, France, during World War II. On that date, when his platoon was pinned down by hostile artillery, automatic weapons, and small arms, fire, First Lieutenant Reynolds unhesitatingly and courageously advanced toward the enemy to reconnoiter a route for support tanks. Constantly exposed to both frontal and flanking fire, he fearlessly crawled along a hedgerow and came to a position from which the enemy was placing devastating fire on his men. With great valor and utter disregard for his own safety, he climbed the hedgerow and brazenly leaped into the midst of seven Germans. In the fight which followed, Lieutenant Reynolds personally killed three Germans and forced the surrender of four others, thereby completely reducing the strong point and permitting his men to advance safely. First Lieutenant Reynolds' 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 Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 87 (1944)

*REYNOLDS, HARLAN (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Harlan Reynolds (0-1038096), First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 83d Chemical Mortar Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 12 December 1944. First Lieutenant Reynolds' 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. 127 (1945)
Home Town: New York, New York

REYNOLDS, JOHN A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John A. Reynolds, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 9th Armored Engineer Battalion, 9th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 7 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Reynolds' 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 Armored Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 49 (1945)

*REYNOLDS, RICHARD A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Richard A. Reynolds (0-1170532), First Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 607th Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 3 and 4 December 1944. First Lieutenant Reynolds' 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. 18 (1945)
Home Town: Shelby County, Tennessee

REYNOLDS, ROBERT L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert L. Reynolds, Private First Class, 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 in the vicinity of Garnberg, Germany. Private First Class Reynolds' 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.

REYNOLDS, THEODORE F.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Theodore F. Reynolds, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 143d Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 10 and 11 February 1945. Private Reynolds' 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. 206 (1945)

REYNOLDS, WAYNE O.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Wayne O. Reynolds, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Cannon Company, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 August 1944. Staff Sergeant Reynolds' 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. 42 (1945)

*REZNY, EDWARD J. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward J. Rezny (36451312), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the Americal Division, in action against enemy forces on 12 March 1944. Private First Class Rezny'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. 1165 (1944)
Home Town: Houghton County, Michigan

RHODES, JETT R.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jett R. Rhodes, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 303d Engineer Combat Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 17 October 1944. Private Rhodes' 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-Pacific Ocean Areas, General Orders No. 7 (1945)

RHODES, WILSON B.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Wilson B. Rhodes, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 15 November 1944. Staff Sergeant Rhodes' 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. 113 (1944)

RHODEY, WILLIAM A.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William A. Rhodey, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while Commanding an Infantry Company of the 407th Infantry Regiment, 102d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 30 November 1944, in Germany. Captain Rhodey led his men in an attack against a heavily fortified town. As the drive pressed forward, it encountered heavy enemy artillery, mortar, and small arms fire. Realizing the catastrophic consequences should the attack lose momentum, Captain Rhodey, with complete disregard for the enemy fire, stood up, shouted encouragement to his men and charged into the town. Captain Rhodey fearlessly faced the enemy fire gain to summon supporting tanks that relieved a tense situation. The extraordinary heroism and aggressive actions of Captain Rhodey 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. 71 (1945)
Home Town: Arkansas

*RICCIO, EDWARD (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Edward Riccio (31022247), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman in the 118th Medical Battalion, 43d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 July 1943. Private First Class Riccio'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. 234 (1944)
Home Town: Wallingford, Connecticut

RICE, EDWARD L.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edward L. Rice, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 3 and 4 February 1944. Private Rice'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-Central Pacific Area, General Orders No. 128 (1944)

RICE, WADE H.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Wade H. Rice, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 322d Infantry Regiment, 81st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 18 September 1944. Sergeant Rice'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 81st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 40 (1946)
Home Town: Grenada, Mississippi

RICH, JOHN A.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John A. Rich, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 7 January 1944. Sergeant Rich'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, Fifth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 48 (1944)
Home Town: Ohio

RICHARDS, ROY JOSEPH
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Roy Joseph Richards, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 22 April 1945. Sergeant Richards' 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. 107 (1945)
Home Town: New Orleans, Louisiana

*RICHARDS, WILLIAM A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William A. Richards (0-393258), Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 112th Engineer Combat Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. Major Richards' 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, First U.S. Army, General Orders No. 39 (1944)
Home Town: Marquette County, Michigan

*RICHARDS, WILLIAM H. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William H. Richards (0-1291008), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 21 November 1944. First Lieutenant Richards' 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, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 87 (1945)
Home Town: Lake County, Indiana

RICHARDSON, FREDERICK S.
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frederick S. Richardson, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 315th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 and 20 July 1944. Private First Class Richardson'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. 82 (1944)
Home Town: Windsor, Vermont

RICHMOND, KIMBALL R.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Kimball R. Richmond (0-1286184), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, Company I, 3d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. When the crafts on which his company was moving in, on the initial assault upon the coast of France, were sunk by enemy fire and mines, Captain Richmond swam to shore through a hail of machine gun bullets and artillery fire. Upon reaching the shore, he gathered together the remainder of his company and moved down the beach. Here he established contact with a group of men whose officers had become casualties. He quickly organized the men for an attack against an enemy strongpoint on the left flank. In the face of heavy direct enemy fire, he gallantly led his men in successful assault upon this enemy emplacement thereby removing an enemy installation that had been inflicting heavy casualties on this part of the beach. Without hesitation, Captain Richmond then pushed inland against the enemy. Completely disregarding his own safety, he led his men across open terrain, captured ***** and successfully defended it against superior forces until relieved. The personal bravery and determined leadership of Captain Richmond 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: Vermont

*RICKS, CHARLES L., JR. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Charles L. Ricks, Jr. (0-456129), Captain (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 12 and 13 June 1944. Captain Ricks' 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. 143 (1944)
Born: at Houston, Texas
Home Town: Waxahachie, Texas

RIDER, RICHARD E.
Citation:
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Richard E. Rider (35500015), First Sergeant [then Staff Sergeant], U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Battery A, 80th Airborne Anti-Aircraft Battalion, Parachute Infantry, 82d Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces on 13 June 1944, near Baupte, Normandy, France, while leading a combat patrol of a parachute infantry regiment. With utter disregard for his own personal safety, First Sergeant Rider exposed himself fearlessly to enemy machine guns and cannon fire in order to direct the fire of his antitank guns. When one gun was attacked by five enemy tanks, First Sergeant Rider personally took over for the gunner and directed fire against the approaching enemy. The first tank was destroyed immediately, as were the second and third in rapid succession. The other two tanks retreated to a position in less dangerous territory. First Sergeant Rider followed, placing his gun in a location from where it could deliver destructive fire. From this position he destroyed both remaining tanks and the German crews were destroyed by our infantry. By his fearless attention to the mission he was able to destroy completely the enemy tank threat, and his determination and enthusiasm supported him to pursue and destroy the remaining tanks. His courage and force before the entire patrol were of high standard and exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States, reflecting great credit upon himself, the 82d Airborne Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 89 (1944)
Home Town: Cleveland, Ohio