The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant Clarence A. Krug (ASN: 37665826), United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 8th Armored Division in Germany on 28 February 1945. Sergeant Krug voluntarily advanced to help clear a mine field which was under heavy artillery and small arms fire. After the field was cleared he crossed 500 yards of open terrain to lead tanks forward. On another occasion Sergeant Krug was in charge of a patrol charged with the mission of reconnoitering a destroyed bridge. He led his patrol behind enemy lines, displaying great skill in avoiding detection. The patrol returned with valuable information. His courage, skill and devotion to duty reflect great credit on himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.