(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 Staff Sergeant James John Cermak (ASN: 36002542), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 41st Armored Infantry Regiment, 2d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in France, on 28 July 1944 at Point Brocade, France. During a breakthrough, Sergeant Cermak single-handedly defeated a German column, enabling his unit to continue its advance without interruption. While the rest of his squad withdrew under enemy fire, Sergeant Cermak fired 15 rounds with a submachine gun, then 15 more with a .57 millimeter weapon. The Germans turned back after losing two half tracks, seven motorcycles, a number of bicycles, machine guns, rocket launchers, rifles and ammunition. His 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, the 2d Armored Division, and the United States Army.