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 Colonel (Infantry) Edwin Herbert Randle, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as Commanding Officer of the 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces on 28 March and 2 April 1943, in the vicinity of El Guettar, Tunisia, North Africa. On the morning of 28 March, Colonel Randle personally led his reserve battalion into position, braving severe enemy artillery fire to implement his attack. Although subjected to heavy fire from enemy machine guns, mortars, and artillery, Colonel Randle moved his observation post to the forward lines of his assault battalion, directing the battle with skill and bravery from that advanced position. When his battalion commander was subsequently wounded. Colonel Randle declined the scanty protection of his own position to administer first aid. Again, on 2 April Colonel Randle directed the assault of his battalion, remaining conspicuously under heavy enemy machine gun and mortar fire. His constant presence in the assault where he shared the dangers and sometimes exceeded the risks of his troops in exposing himself to fire was largely responsible for the aggressive advance of his command. Colonel Randle’s outstanding 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, the 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.