Harry F. G. Rouse

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Harry F. G. Rouse, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 11 November 1943, near Venafro, Italy. First Lieutenant Rouse cleared mines from the route of advance under intense enemy fire. He then led his two men through machine gun, sniper, and artillery fire to silence an enemy machine gun holding up the advance. First Lieutenant Rouse’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.