The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technical Sergeant Benjamin B. Budzinski (ASN: 32564898), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in connection with military operations against the enemy while serving with the 9th Infantry Division on 5 March 1945, during operations in Germany. His gallantry and disregard for personal safety reflects highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.