The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) William P. Sheehy (ASN: 0-1325332), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Anti-Tank Company, 134th Infantry Regiment, 35th Infantry Division, in action in the vicinity of ****, France, on 26 August 1944. While on a reconnaissance mission, Lieutenant Sheehy, a platoon Leader, observed enemy troops in a field. He directed accurate long range fire upon the enemy until the enemy finally retreated into the woods. Lieutenant Sheehy then organized and led a patrol into the vicinity, and captured 42 prisoners. He directed fire upon the woods, then led a patrol therein and returned with more prisoners, and repeated this procedure until all Germans in the area had been killed or captured. The aggressive leadership, initiative, and resourcefulness of Lieutenant Sheehy resulted in the capture of 360 Germans and large quantities of war material. His gallant actions 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 and the United States Army.