Ross Hamilton Calvert

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Ross Hamilton Calvert, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 3d Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 August 1944. First Lieutenant Calvert’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.