(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Vernon Napier (ASN: 35264321), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 709th Tank Battalion, attached to the 83d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Germany, on 8 December 1944. Sergeant Napier’s extraordinary heroism, 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 and the United States Army.