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 First Sergeant George Paul Rimmer (ASN: 35123520), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while Commanding Company A, 50th Armored Infantry Battalion, 6th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces at Bastogne, Belgium, from 1 to 6 January 1945. First Sergeant Rimmer repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire, inspiring and encouraging his men by his fearless, courageous leadership. During the action he skillfully organized and led combat patrols and searching parties into enemy territory, and on one occasion single-handedly captured ten enemy soldiers who had infiltrated into the wooded area on the flank of the defensive line he had established. Sergeant Rimmer’s conspicuous heroism and the determination and supreme devotion he consistently displayed exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.