Luther G. Brewer, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Luther G. Brewer, Jr. (0-1292291), Second Lieutenant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 4th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 26 May 1943. Second Lieutenant Brewer’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.