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 Staff Sergeant Anthony Zuk (ASN: 32002366), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving as a Squad Leader, Company F, 2d Battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces in France, on 30 June 1944. When his company was halted by an intense barrage of enemy fire, Staff Sergeant Zuk volunteered to lead his squad in an attempt to eliminate some of the enemy strong points. Due to his outstanding skill in leadership, his personal courage and bravery, three enemy machine gun emplacements and one anti-tank gun position were reduced. This heroic deed which cost him his life, enabled the company to drive on to its objective without further loss of men. His 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 9th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.