Daniel E. Atwell

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Daniel E. Atwell, Technician Fourth Grade, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 4th Medical Battalion, in action against enemy forces on 10 June 1944. Technician Fourth Grade Atwell’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.