(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 Second Lieutenant Edwin F. Gould, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 27th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Armored Division, in action against enemy forces near Paestum, Italy, on 17 September 1943. Lieutenant Gould, in a forward observation post under fire of small arms, mortar, and artillery and in the face of a German Infantry attack, directed American artillery fire to break up the German attack. A direct his on his post at 1100 hours, gave him a painful eye injury, but he refused to leave and directed the breaking up of a second German attack. Not until his battalion had been established for the night did he accept medical treatment, and then he returned to his post to direct the breaking of a third attack. His magnificent bravery and devotion to duty in spite of wounds were a vital factor in the accomplishment of the battle mission. Second Lieutenant Gould’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.