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 Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Howard W. Hinman (ASN: 0-109321), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of the 1st Provisional Battalion, 3d Infantry Regiment (Philippine Scouts), Philippine Division, in action against enemy forces from 30 January 1942 to 8 February 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Colonel Hinman proceeded to eliminate a strong enemy penetration on a hill bounded on three sides by rivers and covered with tropical vegetation. Under fire almost constantly, he led his forces personally, moving from man to man on the firing line and from company to company, urging them forward and directing their movements. Colonel Hinman’s qualities of personal leadership and gallantry inspired his newly trained troops and led to the successful elimination of the enemy pocket. His 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.