Son of Peter E Athas
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 Captain (Infantry) William Peter Athas, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Liberi, Italy, on 16 October 1943. Captain Athas' outstanding leadership, 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.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
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 Captain (Infantry) William Peter Athas, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Liberi, Italy, on 16 October 1943. Captain Athas' outstanding leadership, 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.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
Son of Peter E Athas
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 Captain (Infantry) William Peter Athas, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Liberi, Italy, on 16 October 1943. Captain Athas' outstanding leadership, 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.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
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 Captain (Infantry) William Peter Athas, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 1st Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Liberi, Italy, on 16 October 1943. Captain Athas' outstanding leadership, 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.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
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