John Synowsky

John Synowsky (15 June 1921 in West Virginia – 27 March 1985 in Butler) was a American Major in the United States Army during World War II. He also was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross which was awarded for having distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism against an armed enemy in circumstances which do not justify the award of the Medal of Honor. He was discharged from the Army on 31 May 1961 after serving in the Korean War.

Awards

 * Distinguished Service Cross in 1944 as First Lieutenant in the 18th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division