Harry W. O. Kinnard, Jr.

The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Harry W. O. Kinnard, Jr. (0-5053), Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, in action against enemy forces in September 1944. Lieutenant Colonel Kinnard’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 101st Airborne Division, and the United States Army.