Robert L. Fairchild

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Robert L. Fairchild, Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 33d Armored Regiment, 3d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 23 September 1944. Staff Sergeant Fairchild’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 3d Armored Division, and the United States Army.