Lynn R. Wallis

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Lynn R. Wallis, Major, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 3d Battalion, 163d Infantry Regiment, 41st Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 and 29 April 1944. Major Wallis’ 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 41st Infantry Division, and the United States Army.