The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Donald C. Lord (ASN: 0-1011554), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as Intelligence Officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 11th Tank Battalion, 10th Armored Division, at Schwiech, Germany, on 8 March 1945. Braving intense hostile fire, Captain Lord courageously led a patrol through enemy infested territory to secure vital information. His gallant achievement reflects great credit upon himself and the military forces of the United States.