George A. Allen

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to George A. Allen (0-1299662), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force at Mount. Rotundo, Italy. Second Lieutenant Allen distinguished himself by intrepid actions on 9 November 1943 while serving with the 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division. Second Lieutenant Allen’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 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.