William N. Donovan

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to William N. Donovan, Captain (Medical Corps), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Officer with the 45th Infantry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, in action against enemy forces on 20 January and on 11 February 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Captain Donovan’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.