Benjamin Perdido

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Benjamin Perdido, Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the Philipine Scouts, in action against enemy forces from 14 December 1941 to 13 May 1942. Second Lieutenant Perdido’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.