George D. Watson

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to George D. Watson, Captain, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces from 19 to 27 December 1942, at Guadalcanal, in the Solomon Islands. Captain Watson’s intrepid actions, 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.