Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Sergeant

    Batallion:

    82d Armored Reconnaissance Battalion

    Division:

    2d Armored Division

    Action Date:

    January 12, 1945

    Headquarters, NINTH U.S. Army, General Orders No. 174 (May 28, 1945)

    (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 First Sergeant Jack James Dorsey (ASN: 4), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 82d Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 2d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in Belgium, on 12 January 1945. First Sergeant Dorsey’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.