The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technical Sergeant Harry F. Haney (ASN: 33392300), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the *** Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 15 July 1944, in *****, France. Technical Sergeant Haney armed himself with a rocket launcher and with audacious determination took an exposed position in the road before an oncoming enemy tank, fired upon it and forced its withdrawal. In the performance of this daring action Technical Sergeant Haney was a target for enemy artillery fire. His conspicuous courage and resolute determination reflect great credit upon himself and the finest traditions of the military service.