Clayton C. Thobro

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Clayton C. Thobro, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, in action against enemy forces on 25 September 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Thobro’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.