(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 Private First Class Gerald Lewis Halverson (ASN: 36410944), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 20th Infantry Regiment, 6th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Munoz, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 1 February 1945. Private First Class Halverson’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 6th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.