Carl E. Pister
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Headquarters, Ninth U.S. Army, General Orders No. 206 (1945)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Carl E. Pister, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 137th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces from 6 to 8 March 1945. Captain Pister’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, his unit, and the United States Army.