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 Arthur L. Michael (ASN: 34882581), 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 28 November 1944 in France. On that date, Private First Class Michael was serving as company runner when his commanding officer was injured by shrapnel. With full knowledge that all evacuation routes to the rear were under enemy observation and fire, Private First Class Michael successfully carried his commanding officer across an open field to a place of safety despite the concentrated fire directed at them. His bravery, initiative, and unselfish 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.