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 First Class Paul P. Viviano (ASN: 12189499), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 9 October 1944 in France. While exposed to numerous enemy mine explosions, he continued to render medical aid to seriously wounded comrades. In the performance of his duty he suffered extensive injuries to his leg, yet persisted in aiding the wounded until additional injuries forced his own evacuation. His outstanding courage and zealous devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.