(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Claude A. Thorp (ASN: 0-15101), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 26th Cavalry Regiment, Philippine Scouts, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE), in action against enemy forces on 1 January 1942, at Luzon, Philippine Islands. Lieutenant Colonel Thorp’s extraordinary heroism, 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 and the United States Army.