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 Harley C. Eaton (ASN; 20411815), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 80th Infantry Division in connection with military operations against an enemy of the United States on 21 January 1945 in Luxembourg. During the fighting in Burscheid, Luxembourg, on 21 January 1945, a wounded man was lying helplessly in an exposed position, Voluntarily, Private First Class Eaton, an Aid Man, endeavored to evacuate the casualty. Twice driven back by the intensity of enemy fire, he reached the soldier on the third attempt and, although painfully wounded twice during this action, he succeeded in carrying the injured man to safety despite the constant heavy fire. He then returned to the platoon and administered first aid to eleven casualties before treating his own wounds. The bravery, initiative, and unselfish devotion to duty displayed by Private First Class Eaton were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.