John J. Kelly

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to John J. Kelly, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 459th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 6 June 1944, in France. Sergeant Kelly’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.

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John J. Kelly, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 1 December 1944. Sergeant Kelly’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, 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.