Martin Dirk Moritz

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Martin Dirk Moritz, Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the Medical Detachment, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 11 August 1943. Technician Fourth Grade Moritz’s 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, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.