Michael L. Runey, Jr.
Distinguished Service Cross
World War II
U.S. Army
Headquarters Battery, 58th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 7 June 1944. First Lieutenant Runey'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, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, Third U.S. Army, General Orders No. 219 (1945)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Michael L. Runey, Jr., First Lieutenant (Field Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with