Edward S. Horyt

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Edward S. Horyt (42012303), Private, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company E, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 17 August 1944. Private Horyt’s intrepid actions, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 3d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.