William C. Ramme

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William C. Ramme, First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces from 14 April 1942 to 6 May 1942, in the Philippine Islands. First Lieutenant Ramme’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.