The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Harry E. Farrald (ASN: 0-1322983), 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. On that date, near Nomeny, France, Lieutenant Farrald, mortar platoon leader, observed that the adjacent battalion was being counterattacked by a strong enemy tank and infantry force. From his established observation post Lieutenant Farrald was unable to effectively adjust fire in front of the adjacent battalion, therefore, he moved forward of the friendly riflemen, and, under direct observation and fire of the enemy, registered effective fire on the enemy attack, materially aiding in repelling them. Although wounded Lieutenant Farrald refused medical aid and stayed in his exposed position to support another battalion attacking through the same area. His bravery, resourcefulness, 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.