Theodore Crouch

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Theodore Crouch (0-1298669), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 24th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 May and 2 and 7 June 1945. Captain Crouch’s outstanding leadership, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 24th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.