William J. Rodgers

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William J. Rodgers, First Lieutenant (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 222d Anti-Aircraft SL Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 18 June 1945, in the vicinity of Mindanao, Philippine Islands. First Lieutenant Rodgers’ 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.