JAMES A. CRAIG, JR., Infantry, 1st Battalion, 317th Infantry Regiment, 80th Infantry Division, United States Army. For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy. On 11 November 1944, Major Craig personally led a small group of the 1st Battalion, 317th Infantry to capture, intact, the one remaining bridge over the Nied River near Han-Sur-Nied, France. His gallant, fearless example inspired his troops to capture the bridge in spite of fierce enemy fire and to press on and establish a bridgehead on the far side of the river. Major Craig’s outstanding heroism and supreme devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the service.

LTC Craig resided in Pennsylvania. He joined the L.O.V. in 1987.