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 Erwin F. Mitman (ASN: 1996418), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 22d Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Orzeville, France, on 13 June 1944. When an assault section led by Technical Sergeant Mitman was pinned to the ground by enemy fire south of Orzeville, France, he disregarded his own safety to move from man to man and prepare them for an assault. The enemy had an excellent field of fire and the section was soon pinned to the ground by devastating small arms, artillery and rocket fire. Completely disregarding his own safety, Sergeant Mitman moved from man to man and prepared them for the assault. He then led them through the intense enemy fire, closed with the enemy and overran their position. The personal bravery and courageous leadership exhibited by Technical Sergeant Mitman exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.