Bruce Cooper Clarke

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Bruce Cooper Clarke, Colonel (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Chief of Staff, 4th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 25 August 1944. Colonel Clarke’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 4th Armored Division, and the United States Army.