Homer W. Mcallister

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Homer W. McAllister, Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company A, 107th Quartermaster Battalion, 32d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 16 November 1942, during the Papuan Campaign at Cape Sudest, New Guinea. Private McAllister’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 32d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.