Henry Joseph Kwacz

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Henry Joseph Kwacz (35053515), Technician Fifth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company B, 58th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 5 February 1945. Technician Fifth Grade Kwacz’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 8th Armored Division, and the United States Army.