The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Major (Corps of Engineers) Edwin C. Pumroy (ASN: 0-278838), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the *** Engineer Combat Battalion, 35th Infantry Division, in action in the **** Sector near ****, France, on 15 September 1944. While coordinating an assault river crossing, Major Pumroy, Commanding Officer, **** Engineer Battalion, made an extensive personal reconnaissance for a fording site in the face of observed enemy fire. By first lowering the river level by opening locks, then remaining in the river to guide leading elements around deep holes which he had discovered at the fording site, he ensured the successful completion of the assault crossing. He was killed in action seven days later while leading a patrol in enemy territory. Major Pumroy’s aggressive personal leadership, initiative, resourcefulness and utter disregard for personal safety, reflect credit upon his character as an officer and are in accord with the military traditions of the United States.