(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 Private First Class Alfredo Agra (ASN: 6866411), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action against a hostile force. Private First Class Agra distinguished himself while serving with Company H, 2d Battalion, 45th Infantry Regiment (Philippine Scouts), Philippine Division, in action against the enemy at Salaiim Bay, Bataan, Philippine Islands on 12 February 1942. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself and the United States Army.