John P. Foley (soldier)

John Paul Foley Sr. (24 February 1918 in Philadelphia – 11 July 2008 in Arlington) was a American First Lieutenant 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. He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel.

Awards

 * Combat Infantryman Badge
 * Distinguished Service Cross in 1944 as First Lieutenant in Company A, 1st Battalion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division "All American"
 * Bronze Star Medal
 * Bronze Arrowhead