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 Sergeant Bernard D. Sasser (ASN: 31083482), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company G, 2d Battalion, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 26 and 27 February 1945 near Kohlhutte, Alsace. When Sergeant Sasser perceived a patrol, of which he was not a member, attempting to pass through a mine field he had previously reconnoitered, he voluntarily guided it through the field. Upon passing the field, the patrol was brought under heavy enemy fire which Sergeant Sasser immediately returned at the head of the patrol. Discovering an enemy machine gun, he had advanced to within 10 yards of its position, when he was struck simultaneously by machine gun bullets and grenade fragments and was reported missing in action. His courageous leadership and uncompromising devotion to duty contributed materially to the success of the patrol and exemplify the highest traditions of the military service.