Raymond C. Brandt
Headquarters, Seventh U.S. Army, General Orders No. 126 (1944)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Raymond C. Brandt, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with a Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, in action against enemy forces on 3 September 1944. Second Lieutenant Brandt’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.