Rex P. Coslow

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Rex P. Coslow, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 242d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 15 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Coslow’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 42d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.