(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 Captain (Infantry) John Wallace Primrose (ASN: 0-246524), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of the 12th Infantry Regiment, 11th Division, Philippine Army, in action against enemy forces on 4 and 5 January 1942, in the Philippine Islands. Captain Primrose’s outstanding leadership, 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.