Ross B. Smith

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Ross B. Smith, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 45th Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 24 and 25 January 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Lieutenant Colonel Smith’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.