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 Captain Philip O. Riddell, British Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in action against enemy forces in Holland, on 20 and 21 September 1944. As forward observation officer for the 55th Field Regiment, British Army, in support of the 504th United States Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, during the crossing of the Waal west of Nijmegen Bridge, in Holland, Captain Riddell established his tank as a relay station on the south bank. Constantly subjected to heavy enemy fire, he maintained his position and passed back vital fire data which resulted in excellent support for the forward units. Captain Riddell’s outstanding courage, leadership and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.