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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Action Date:

    June 30 – August 15, 1943

    Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the South Pacific Area, General Orders No. 317 (1943)

    (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 (Infantry) Jack Swaim (ASN: 0-408156), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces at New Georgia, Solomon Islands, from 30 June 1943 through 15 August 1943. First Lieutenant Swaim’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.