Andrew Sosnack

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Andrew Sosnack (33501650), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces during the period 6 June 1944 to 10 June 1944, in France. During this period, Private Sosnack made numerous trips over ground covered by intense enemy machine gun and artillery fire to administer first aid and to carry food and water to two parachutists who were severely injured in landing. Due to his ceaseless and fearless efforts, the two men were eventually evacuated on the third day. The courage, fortitude and complete devotion to duty displayed by Private Sosnack exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.