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 Private First Class Charles Henry Zweck (ASN: 42137601), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 3 May 1945, near Siegendorf, Germany. From an exposed position with his machine gun, Private First Class Zweck single-handedly engaged the enemy, killing or wounding a seven-man crew of a self-propelled gun. He blew up a gasoline truck, neutralized two enemy machine gun positions, and drove the enemy from the firing line, killing twelve and wounding twenty, and causing the capture of 114 enemy troops. Private First Class Zweck’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.