Kent Carvel Rogers

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Kent Carvel Rogers, First Lieutenant (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 603d Tank Destroyer Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 19 November 1944. First Lieutenant Rogers’ 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.