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 Major (Infantry) Edward Montelle Fabert, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Headquarters, 1st Battalion, 133d Infantry Regiment, 34th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in the vicinity of Mount Venere, Italy, on 4 October 1944. When a company attacking Hill 947 was stopped by intense machinegun and small arms fire, Major Fabert, then Battalion Commander, drew his pistol and in full view of the enemy strode out in front of the company. Shouting “All right, let’s go,” he turned and charged the enemy. The stopped company arose to their feet and following Major Fabert charged 150 yards to the crest of the enemy-held hill. Major Fabert fell wounded, but the inspired company completely overran the enemy positions, killed the crew of one enemy machine gun nest, wounded weight others and captured 26 more. Major Fabert’s heroic leadership, 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.