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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to First Lieutenant (Cavalry) Ralph Homer Rinker (ASN: 0-1018191), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 90th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 10th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces near Furth, Germany, on 19 March. 1945. First Lieutenant Rinker’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 10th Armored Division, and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Cavalry)

    Batallion:

    90th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron

    Division:

    10th Armored Division

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 10th Armored Division, General Orders No. 41 (1944)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Cavalry) Ralph Homer Rinker (ASN: 0-1018191), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy while serving with Company B, 90th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron, 10th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in France, during 1944. First Lieutenant Rinker’s gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.