Period:

Second World War (1939-1945)

Rank:

Major

Unit:

Special Operations, Office of Strategic Services (OSS), U.S. Government

Awarded on:

1945

"For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the Office of Strategic Services, in action against enemy forces from 17 July 1944 through 9 September 1944, in enemy-occupied territory. Major Summers' 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, European Theater of Operations, U.S. Army, General Orders No. 31