Donald W. Applegate

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Donald W. Applegate, First Lieutenant (Infantry), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 289th Infantry Regiment, 75th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 2 February 1945. First Lieutenant Applegate’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 75th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.