MAJOR ABRAHAM J. BAUM, (then Captain), Infantry, 4th Armored Division, U. S. Army. Awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, For extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in Germany. On March 26, 1945, Captain Baum led an armored task force in daring action into enemy territory to liberate Allied prisoners held by the Germans near Hammelburg, Germany. Enroute, as the column entered the town of Germunden, Captain Baum was wounded by enemy rocket fire. Despite his wounds he continued to lead the force throughout the day and the following night until he was again wounded during action on the outskirts of Hammelburg. Captain Baum’s fearless determination and his inspiring leadership and loyal, courageous devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.

Mr. Baum resided in Southern California.