Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    318th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    80th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    April 10, 1945

    Headquarters, THIRD U.S. Army, General Orders No. 218 (August 19, 1945)

    (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 Private First Class Thomas E. Churchill (ASN: 06947995), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 318th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Korhochein, Germany, on 10 April 1945. Private First Class Churchill’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, the 80th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.