Dominick John Salvemini

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Dominick John Salvemini (32190130), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 8th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 July 1944. Private First Class Salvemini’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.