William Wayman Walker

The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to William Wayman Walker (258524875), Captain (Infantry), U.S. Army (Reserve), for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam, while serving with Detachment B-33, Company A, 5th Special Forces (Airborne), 1st Special Forces. Captain Walker distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions on 8 August 1970. His extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty, at the cost of his life, 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, Vietnam, General Orders No. 4465 (September 21, 1970)