David O. Byars

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to David O. Byars, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 2d Battalion, 328th Infantry Regiment, 26th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 November 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Byars’ 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 26th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.