The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Staff Sergeant Calvin M. Applegate (ASN: 35122663), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a Medical Aidman with the 7th Armored Infantry Battalion, 8th Armored Division, in Germany during the period 24 January to 29 January 1945. Sergeant Applegate served as litter bearer and aid man during action at Nenning and Berg, Germany. He went forward through artillery, mortar and small arms fire to direct his men and lend his personal strength in the evacuation of litter cases. Sergeant Applegate continued to work, refusing both food and water, until he was finally wounded and evacuated. His outstanding leadership and devotion to duty reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.