A. Henry Kauffman

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to A. Henry Kauffman, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 28th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on December, 1944, during the Ardennes Offensive in Germany. First Lieutenant Kauffman’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 28th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.