JOSEPH M. WHITSON
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( Citation
Needed) - SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant (Infantry) Joseph M. Whitson,
United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross 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 19 February 1945. First Lieutenant
Whitson'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.
General Orders: Headquarters,
U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 117 (1945)
Action
Date: 19-Feb-45
Service: Army
Rank: First
Lieutenant
Regiment: 503d Parachute
Infantry Regiment |