John W. Adams

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John W. Adams, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force. Private First Class Adams distinguished himself by intrepid actions on 18 November 1944 while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.