Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    34th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    24th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    November 18, 1944

    Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 30 (February 13, 1945)

    (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 Sergeant William R. Johnson (ASN: 15041292), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Mount Minoro, Leyte, Philippine Islands, on 18 November 1944. Sergeant Johnson’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.