Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Batallion:

    2d Battalion

    Regiment:

    13th Armored Regiment

    Division:

    1st Armored Division

    Action Date:

    December 6, 1942

    Allied Force Headquarters, General Orders No. 6 (January 16, 1943)

    (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 Private Caismir John Gajec (ASN: 36307712), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 2d Battalion, 13th Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in the vicinity o Tebourba, Tunisia, on 6 December 1942. Private Gajec’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, the 1st Armored Division, and the United States Army.