John C. Compton

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to John C. Compton (0-413755), First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 57th Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 11 January 1942 in the Philippine Islands. First Lieutenant Compton’s intrepid actions, 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.