Frank E. Petty

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Frank E. Petty, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 3 to 5 April 1945. Captain Petty’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 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.