(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 First Lieutenant (Armor) Thomas A. Maguire (ASN: 0-1012567), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company C, 10th Tank Battalion, 5th Armored Division, in action against enemy forces at Brandenberg, Germany, from 29 November to 5 December 1944. First Lieutenant Maguire’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, the 5th Armored Division, and the United States Army.