Erving L. Peterson

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Erving L. Peterson (0-2037090), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces on 12 January 1945. Second Lieutenant Peterson’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.