Michael John Hand
Born: December 8, 1941 at Bronx, New York
Home Town: York
Headquarters, US Army, Pacific, General Orders No. 23 (1966)
The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Michael John Hand, Private First Class, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. Private First Class Hand distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 9 and 10 June 1965. His extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Headquarters, US Army, Pacific, General Orders No. 23 (1966)
