James R. Hawkins

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to James R. Hawkins, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company H, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Hawkins’ 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 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.