Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Lieutenant Colonel

Unit:

Cebu Area Command, Guerilla Movement

Awarded on:

September 20th, 1945

SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel (Corps of Engineers) James M. Cushing, United States Army, was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, in action against enemy forces from 22 January 1944 through 23 March 1945. Lieutenant Colonel Cushing's intrepid actions, 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, his unit, and the United States Army.

Headquarters, U.S. Army Forces in the Far East, General Orders No. 109