Douglas Macarthur

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to General of the Armies Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for conspicuous leadership in preparing the Philippine Islands to resist conquest, for gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action against invading Japanese forces, and for the heroic conduct of defensive and offensive operations on the Bataan Peninsula. General MacArthur mobilized, trained, and led an army which has received world acclaim for its gallant defense against a tremendous superiority of enemy forces in men and arms. His utter disregard of personal danger under heavy fire and aerial bombardment, his calm judgment in each crisis, inspired his troops, galvanized the spirit of resistance of the Filipino people, and confirmed the faith of the American people in their Armed Forces.

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Douglas MacArthur, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for distinguished service near Cote-de-Chatillon, France, October 14 – 16, 1918: As brigade commander General MacArthur personally led his men and by the skillful maneuvering of his brigade made possible the capture of Hills 288, 242, and the Cote-de- Chatillon, France, October 14, 15, and 16, 1918. He displayed indomitable resolution and great courage in rallying broken lines and in reforming attacks, thereby making victory possible. On a field where courage was the rule, his courage was the dominant feature.

The Distinguished Service Cross is presented to Douglas MacArthur, Brigadier General, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Salient-du-Feys, France, March 9, 1918. When Company D, 168th Infantry, was under severe attack in the salient du Feys, France, General MacArthur voluntarily joined it, upon finding that he could do so without interfering with his normal duties, and by his coolness and conspicuous courage aided materially in its success.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in addition to a Previously Awarded Silver Oak Leaf Cluster lieu of a Seventh Award of the Silver Star to Brigadier General Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in France on 7 October 1918. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Colonel Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism and gallantry in action in France, on 15 July 1918. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fifth Award of the Silver Star to Colonel Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in France on 12 September 1918. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Silver Star to Colonel Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in France, during World War I. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Silver Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Sixth Award of the Silver Star to Colonel Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in France on 25 September 1918. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Silver Star to Colonel Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action in France on 29 July 1918. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Colonel Douglas MacArthur (ASN: 0-57), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism and gallantry in action near Rechicourt, France, on 26 February 1918. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.