James E. Hill

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to James E. Hill, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces on 18 April 1945. Major Hill’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.