Richard Ferris

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Richard Ferris (32335477), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces in September 1943. Private Ferris’ 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, his unit, and the United States Army.