George P. Whittington, Jr.

George Peuris Whittington Jr. (5 October 1913 in Hot Springs - 27 January 1996 in Henderson) was a American Captain 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

 * Distinguished Service Cross on 20 June 1944 as Captain and Company Commander of Company B, 2nd Ranger Infantry Battalion
 * Bronze Star Medal with "V" device