George W. Poschner

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to George W. Poschner, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 179th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 8 January 1945. First Lieutenant Poschner’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, the 45th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.