Thomas J. Zimmerer

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Thomas J. Zimmerer, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 60th Armored Infantry Battalion, in action against enemy forces from 16 to 20 December 1944. Private First Class Zimmerer’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, his unit, and the United States Army.