Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private First Class

    Batallion:

    81st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion

    Division:

    101st Airborne Division

    Action Date:

    March 26, 1945

    Headquarters, XVIII Airborne Corps, General Orders No. 45 (June 18, 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 Private First Class Thomas Manuel (ASN: 33599086), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Battery A, 81st Anti-Aircraft Artillery Battalion, 101st Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces near Wesel, Germany, on 26 March 1945. Private First Class Manuel’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.