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 Second Lieutenant (Field Artillery) Robert Clinton Keeler (ASN: 0-887431), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 87th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, 2d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 14 April 1945, in Germany. While on forward observer duty with an Infantry Company, Lieutenant Keeler advanced ahead of the leading elements to obtain better observation on a group of self-propelled anti-tank guns that were holding up the advance. When he began directing fire on the hostile guns, the enemy discovered his position and placed direct fire on him. Although severely wounded he informed his assistants of the enemy situation and of the presence of the anti-tank guns. He then continued to direct fire on the target while lying on the ground, instructing the two men with him on sensing and reporting the salvos being centered on the enemy. Second Lieutenant Keeler’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, the 2d Infantry Division, and the United States Army.