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 Major (Infantry) Edmund R. Schroeder (ASN: 0-301712), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 1st Battalion, 127th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 27 December 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. With complete disregard for his own safety, Major Schroeder proceeded as a member of a patrol under heavy enemy machine gun and sniper fire through swamps and located the command post of an isolated company that had been cut off from the remainder of our troops. Through his courageous personal effort he was able to rescue these men from a swamp and reorganize them for continued attacks. His gallant example of perseverance in spite of all difficulties served as an inspiration to his men. Major Schroeder was seriously wounded during this action and died as a result of his wounds. Major Schroeder’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.