Joseph O. Van Osdol

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph O. Van Osdol (37620533), Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 362d Infantry Regiment, 91st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 July 1944. Private First Class Van Osdol’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, the 91st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.