David W. Allard
Distinguished Service Cross
World War II
U.S. Army
Headquarters, XX Corps, in action against enemy forces on 23 August 1944. First Lieutenant Allard's intrepid actions, 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 XX Corps, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 59 (1944)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to David W. Allard, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with