Donald C. Clayman

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Donald C. Clayman, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 16 to 25 June 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Clayman’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 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.