(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Staff Sergeant Willis Derry Wyatt (ASN: 33630184), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with the 17th Armored Engineer Combat Battalion, 2d Armored Division, in action against enemy forces in Belgium, on 7 January 1945. Staff Sergeant Wyatt’s extraordinary heroism, 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 and the United States Army.