Joseph Robbins

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Joseph Robbins (35024595), Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 160th Infantry Regiment, 40th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 22 February 1945. Staff Sergeant Robbins’ 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 40th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.