Gordon M. Clarkson

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Gordon M. Clarkson (0-21222), Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 28 June 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Clarkson’s outstanding leadership, 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, his unit, and the United States Army.