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 Technician Fourth Grade David Mack, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman of the 102d Medical Detachment, 27th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces from 17 June to 12 July 1944, at Saipan. During the period this unit was engaged with the enemy, Technician Mack, with complete disregard for personal safety and at the risk of his life, left covered positions in numerous instances, crossed open terrain under heavy enemy fire, and succeeded in administering first aid and evacuating casualties under tremendously hazardous conditions, frequently covering the victim’s withdrawal with small arms fire until the wounded man reached safety. Often going to the aid of a casualty in the dark of the night, he constantly braved the danger of being hit by our own or enemy fire. On reaching the injured man he would protect him with his own body while caring for the wounds. During the entire Saipan operation the actions of Technician Fourth Grade Mack were of almost incredible bravery. His devoted care to the men of the unit to which he was attached was far beyond the call of duty; his daring was a byword and his example an inspiration to all with whom he came in contact. Technician Fourth Grade Mack’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.