(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 Staff Sergeant John Albert Benbow (ASN: 35514180), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company K, 3d Battalion, 130th Infantry Regiment, 33d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Naguilian, La Union, Luzon, Philippine Islands, on 26 March 1945. Staff Sergeant Benbow’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, the 33d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.