Posted by David Twigg, 1SG (Ret) on February 5, 2016:

Francis Hill Dohs Date of death: February 23, 1945 Home of record: Orange County New York Status: KIA Francis Dohs graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1930. AWARDS AND CITATIONS Distinguished Service Cross See more recipients of this award Awarded for actions during the World War II 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 Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry) Francis Hill Dohs (ASN: 0-18233), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 301st Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Germany. During the period from 19 to 24 February 1945, Colonel Dohs led his battalion in a fierce assault against Freudenburg, Germany, inspiring his men by his bold, fearless example. He constantly exposed himself to intense fire, encouraging and directing his men. Through his courageous leadership his battalion made the hazardous crossing of the Saar River in record time, making possible the establishment of a vital bridgehead on the far side and the capture of Serrig. Colonel Dohs was killed by a direct artillery hit during the crossing operations, but his supreme devotion to duty, in keeping with the finest traditions of the service, lives on as a constant inspiration to his men. General Orders: Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 100 (May 11, 1945) Action Date: February 19 - 24, 1945 Service: Army Rank: Lieutenant Colonel Regiment: 301st Infantry Regiment Division: 94th Infantry Division

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