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 John W. Mundt (ASN: 36552586), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 35th Infantry Division, in action near ****, France, on 17 August 1944. Private Mundt, without hesitation and acting with complete disregard for personal safety, went to the aid of an enlisted man who was seriously wounded when an ammunition truck was set afire by enemy artillery fire. Despite exploding ammunition including hand grenades he evacuated the wounded man from the area and administered first aid. The courage, coolness and quick thinking on the part of Private Mundt, who placed the welfare of his wounded comrade above his own life, reflect the highest credit upon his character as a soldier and upon the military service.