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 Victor L. Bryant (ASN: 44046395), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company F, 2d Battalion, 222d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 9 March 1943 near Wingen, France. When he became separated from his patrol in enemy territory, Private Bryant observed a soldier wearing an American helmet in position behind an American machine gun. Taking cover, he saw the machine gun open fire on two members of the patrol. Working his way to within close range of the position he threw two grenades then stormed the emplacement, firing with his rifle as he ran. As he continued along the line of trenches, seven Germans came out waving white handkerchiefs and surrendered. On his return to friendly lines, the enemy laid heavy mortar and machine gun fire on the group of prisoners, killing one and wounding another, but Private Bryant continued on until he met his patrol. Through his alertness, outstanding courage, and aggressiveness, Private Bryant, single handedly destroyed a machine gun emplacement, took six prisoners and gained invaluable information for future operations.