The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Sergeant Donald E. Wood (ASN: 12001009), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily, during the period from March through July 1943. While reconnoitering an enemy-occupied hill, Sergeant Wood and his squad encountered extremely heavy enemy machine gun fire which wounded several of his men. By skillfully deploying the remainder of his squad, Sergeant Wood succeeded in destroying many of the enemy and forcing them to evacuate their position. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Donald E. Wood (ASN: 12001009), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company I, 3d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, during the period from January to April 1943. Realizing the serious situation of another platoon of his company, Sergeant Wood, after directing the defense of his platoon, assisted in the support of the endangered unit in such a manner as to insure the success of its defense. Sergeant Grogan’s superior tactical judgment and devotion to duty under heavy enemy fire were an inspiration to his fellow soldiers. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.