James C. Kennett

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to James C. Kennett (0-338103), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company F, 87th Mountain Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces from 14 to 23 April 1945. Captain Kennett’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.