Franklin E. Carlson

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Franklin E. Carlson (39458979), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 October 1944. Technician Fifth Grade Carlson’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 91st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.