Robert B. Acheson

Robert Burns Acheson (25 January 1912 in North Dakota – 22 January 1982 in Baxter County) was a American Major in the United States Army during World War II. He also was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross which was awarded for having distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism against an armed enemy in circumstances which do not justify the award of the Medal of Honor.

Awards

 * Parachutist Badge
 * Distinguished Service Cross on 11 November 1943 as Major in the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division "All American"