Jacob A. George, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Jacob A. George, Jr. (0-1010693), Captain (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 17th Tank Battalion, 7th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 19 September 1944, near Metz, France. Captain George’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 7th Armored Division, and the United States Army.