Andrew H. Pepin
Home Town: Putnam, Connecticut
Headquarters Company, 43d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 11 to 15 August 1943. Sergeant Pepin'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 43d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 501 (1944)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Andrew H. Pepin, Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with
