Albert A. Alop

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Albert A. Alop, Second Lieutenant (Artillery), U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company D, 463d Anti-Aircraft Artillery, in action against enemy forces on 23 August 1944. Second Lieutenant Alop’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, his unit, and the United States Army.