(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 Carl Kaplan (ASN: 31198248), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 2d Battalion, 242d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 19 March 1945 near Ludwigswinkel, Germany. Private Kaplan was serving as aid man with company F, 242d Infantry, during the attack upon the Seigfried Line. When heavy enemy fire from concrete emplacements caused a number of casualties to our troops, Private Kaplan (remainder of citation missing). His gallantry 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, his unit, and the United States Army.