(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Service Cross (Posthumously) to Staff Sergeant Clarence W. Foss (ASN: 32493436), United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy, while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Wurzburg, Germany, on 5 April 1945. Staff Sergeant Foss’ 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.