(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Second Lieutenant (Infantry) D. C. Byers, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy while serving with an Infantry Company of the 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Kaysersberg, France, on 12 and 13 December 1944. Second Lieutenant Byers’ 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 36th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.