Walter A. Cushing

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Walter A. Cushing, Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 121st Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 20 September 1942, among the Philippine Guerilla Forces at Ilocos, in the Philippine Islands. Captain Cushing’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, his unit, and the United States Army.