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 Captain (Infantry) Edgar Leroy Arnold (ASN: 0-1286417), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while Commanding a Company of the 2d Ranger Battalion, Provisional Ranger Group (Separate), in action against enemy forces at Normandy, France, on 7 June 1944. Captain Arnold personally led his Ranger company in an attack against enemy installations in the face of small arms fire and accurately directed enemy artillery fire. Despite this heavy enemy fire, Captain Arnold continued to lead the assault and inspired his men to advance with him though they were suffering heavy casualties. Captain Arnold’s gallant leadership, 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.