Jesus Maglaya

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jesus Maglaya, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 21st Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 13 March 1942. First Lieutenant Maglaya’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.

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