Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Ensign

Unit:

U.S.S. San Francisco (CA-38), U.S. Navy

Citation:
"For extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty in action against the enemy while serving on board the Heavy Cruiser U.S.S. SAN FRANCISCO (CA-38), in the action against Japanese naval forces in the Solomon Islands area on 12 and 13 November 1942. In addition to reorganizing damage control and fire fighting parties, Ensign Dusch, with cool courage and utter disregard for his own personal safety, rendered tireless and invaluable aid in behalf of personnel casualties. His gallant initiative, maintained above and beyond the call of duty, was in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service."