(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Major Helmert Johannes Duisterhof (ASN: 0-273593), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 57th Infantry Regiment (Philippine Scouts), Philippine Division, in action against enemy forces in the vicinity of the Pilar-Bagac Road and Trail Number 7 in Bataan, Philippine Islands on 15 February 1942. Major Duisterhof’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.