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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers)

    Division:

    U.S. Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE)

    Action Date:

    April 14 – May 6, 1942

    Headquarters, U.S. Forces-Pacific, General Orders No. 410 (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 First Lieutenant (Corps of Engineers) William C. Ramme (ASN: 0-890257), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the U.S. Engineer Corps, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE), in action against enemy forces during the siege of Corregidor, Philippine Islands, from 14 April 1942 to 6 May 1942. First Lieutenant Ramme’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.