Alexander J. Macnab

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Alexander J. MacNab, Lieutenant Colonel (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 128th Infantry Regiment, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 10 December 1942 to 3 January 1943, during the Papuan Campaign at Buna, New Guinea. Lieutenant Colonel MacNab’s outstanding leadership, 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, the 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.