(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Technician Fifth Grade Walter Harbala (ASN: 36549261), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 411th Infantry Regiment, 103d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces near Kircheim, Germany, on 21 April 1945. Technician Fifth Grade Harbala’s extraordinary heroism, personal bravery and zealous devotion to duty at the cost of his life, exemplify the highest traditions of the military forces of the United States and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.