(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 Technical Sergeant Peter Anton Herauf, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment, 6th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Kiangan, Mountain Province, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 31 July 1945. Technical Sergeant Herauf’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 6th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.