Abraham J. Baum

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Abraham J. Baum, Captain (Armor), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 10th Armored Infantry Regiment, 4th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces on 26 March 1945, in Germany. Captain Baum led an armored task force in daring action into enemy territory to liberate Allied prisoners held by the Germans near Hammelburg, Germany. En route, as the column entered the town of Germunden, Captain Baum was wounded by enemy rocket fire. Despite his wounds he continued to lead the force throughout the day and the following night until he was again wounded during action on the outskirts of Hammelburg. Captain Baum’s fearless determination and his inspiring leadership and loyal, courageous devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 4th Armored Division, and the United States Army.