Benjamin A. Blackmer

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Benjamin A. Blackmer, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company G, 180th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 6 October 1944. Captain Blackmer’s outstanding leadership, 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 45th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.