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David Feathers was captured by German forces and held as a Prisoner of war at Stalag 13-D until his release in July 1945.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Service Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Technical Sergeant

    Batallion:

    3d Battalion

    Regiment:

    290th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    75th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    January 19 & 20, 1945

    Headquarters, XVI Corps, General Orders No. 82 (October 6, 1945)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Technical Sergeant David York Feathers (ASN: 34013155), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 290th Infantry Regiment, 75th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in Belgium, on 19 and 20 January 1945. Technical Sergeant Feathers’ 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 75th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.