(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 Second Lieutenant (Armor) Herbert James Welch, Jr. (ASN: 0-558716), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 52d Armored Infantry Battalion, 9th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in Germany, on 11 March 1945. Second Lieutenant Welch’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.