Colonel HENRY P. WARD, received the Distinguished Service Cross while commanding a battalion of field artillery in Tunisia in February 1943. The then Lt.Col. Ward displayed outstanding generalship during the action of his battalion against a superior enemy force. With utter disregard for his own safety, he exposed himself continuosly to the dangers of the enemy fire and led, directed, and maneuvered his men to a position of safety. His constant encouraging presence, and the uppermost thought and consideration he showed for their welfare, never failed to rally their welfare, never failed to rally their spirits, made possible a highly strategic withdrawal, and was responsible for the saving of many lives and of much valuable equipment. Lt. Col. Ward’s devotion to duty and unceasing efforts in the face of great obstacles are in the highest traditions of the military service.
Colonel Ward joined the Legion of Valor in 1962 and resided in Missouri.