Arthur J. Bamford
Headquarters, U.S. Forces-European Theater, General Orders No. 281 (1945)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Arthur J. Bamford, Captain (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 19th Tank Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 12 April 1945. Captain Bamford’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.
