Stephen S. Adams, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Stephen S. Adams, Jr. (0-409105), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force. Captain Adams distinguished himself by intrepid actions on 23 June 1944 while serving with the 20th Infantry Regiment, 6th Infantry Division. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 6th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.