(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Private First Class Alfred J. Hervieux, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving as a Driver for a Regimental Commander of the 27th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy at Luzon, Philippine Islands, in 1945. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.