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 Private First Class Julius A. Lawrence (ASN: 36792315), United States Army, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with the 60th Infantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division, on 8 April 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.