(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 Ernest Pfeil, Jr. (ASN : 337814082), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy, while serving with the 26th Infantry Division during World War II. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Private First Class Pfeil, 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.

(UNCONFIRMED – Citation Needed): Ernest Pfeil, Jr., United States Army, is reported to have been awarded the Silver Star under the below listed General Orders, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy, while serving with the 26th Infantry Division during World War II.