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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Corporal

    Action Date:

    September 17, 1944

    Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps, General Orders No. 45 (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 Corporal Lloyd E. King, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces in Holland, on 17 September 1944. Corporal King’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.