(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 First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers) John Julian McKeithen, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 302d Engineer Combat Battalion, 77th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 20 and 21 April 1945. First Lieutenant McKeithen’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.