Lennis Jones

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lennis Jones, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 2d Infantry Regiment, 5th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 January 1945. Captain Jones’ outstanding leadership, 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, the 5th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.