George S. Cooper II

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to George S. Cooper, II, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 25 November 1944. First Lieutenant Cooper’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.