Patsy Retort

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Patsy Retort, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 311th Infantry Regiment, 78th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 9 March 1945. Private First Class Retort’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 78th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.