John E. Grose
Distinguished Service Cross
U.S. Army
World War II
Headquarters, I Corps, in action against enemy forces on 2 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Colonel Grose'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, the I Corps, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, South West Pacific Area, General Orders No. 4 (1943)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John E. Grose, Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
