The President of the United States of America, under the provisions of the Act of Congress approved July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Service Cross to Major (Infantry) Harold Herman Meisner, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United Nations while serving with the United States Military Advisory Group, Korea, deployed as Advisor to the 36th Republic of Korea Regiment. Major Meisner distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action against enemy aggressor forces near Kapyong, Korea, on 1 January 1951. When his unit was withdrawing to new positions they were ambushed by the enemy north of Kapyong. The suddenness of the enemy attack disorganized the friendly troops, but Major Meisner located the regimental commander, gave him instructions on the deployment of his forces and, completely exposing himself to enemy fire, moved from position to position to insure that his instructions were being carried out. As a result of his forceful actions the enemy was repulsed. Shortly thereafter, however, the enemy again attacked in such strong numbers that despite his valiant efforts, the friendly forces became disorganized and intermingled with enemy troops. Major Meisner organized a small group and, displaying valiant leadership, fought through the enemy to escape into the hills. For the next three days and nights, although his hands and feet were frozen from the bitter cold, he led his small group toward the south until they arrived at the friendly city of Yoju. The extraordinary heroism displayed by Major Meisner on this occasion reflects the greatest credit on himself and is in keeping with the high traditions of the military service.