(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Sergeant Rudolph F. Alexander (ASN: 20801877), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy near Mount Cairo, Italy, on 11 February 1944. After a machine gun crew had been wounded, Sergeant Alexander put the gun back in action and, single-handed, smashed a savage enemy counterattack. Sergeant Alexander’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.