COLONEL BEASOR B. WALKER (then Captain), Infantry, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism in action as Commanding Officer, Company G, 26th Infantry, on 18 March 1945, near Wullsoneid, Germany. Captain Walker courageously returned the fire of an enemy patrol which attacked him, killing two of the foe and forcing the remainder to withdraw. He ordered his outposts to cover and, disregarding intense enemy rocket and mortar fire, accurately directed artillery upon counterattacking Germans. Despite direct automatic fire, he advanced and singlehandedly destroyed a machine gun crew, and, engaging nearby riflemen in hand-to-hand combat, dispersed the group. He then skillfully deployed his men and led an aggressive and successful assault against remaining strongpoints in the town. His inspiring actions reflect great credit upon the United States Army. Entered military service from Alabama.

Colonel Walker is a life member, and resides in Alabama.