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 Captain (Infantry) Boyd Homer McCune (ASN: 0-414074), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 2d Battalion, 394th Infantry Regiment, 99th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Germany, on 10 March 1945. On that date, during action to enlarge the bridgehead at Remagen, Germany, troops crossing the Ludendorf Bridge were subjected to intense artillery fire and were pinned down in their positions. Captain McCune immediately gained control, rallied the men and infiltrated them across the bridge in groups between artillery bursts. For five hours he stood completely exposed, braving the devastating fire to encourage and inspire his men. Through his heroic leadership the attack planned for the following morning jumped off on schedule. The fearless determination displayed by Captain McCune, his courage and unswerving devotion to duty exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself, the 99th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.