The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fourth Grade (then Private] Robert S. Kalish (ASN: 31341846), 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 from 9 to 13 September 1944 in France. During this period, during the fighting near the Moselle River, in France, Technician Fourth Grade Kalish repeatedly distinguished himself in performing his duties as an Aid Man. Fearlessly advancing beyond friendly lines in search of wounded, he was twice captured by the enemy. While a prisoner on 13 September 1944, he rendered vital assistance to two seriously wounded comrades who had also been captured. Subsequently he adroitly obtained the release of himself and the two wounded men together with a vehicle to transport them to friendly lines. His fearless, skillful, and tireless 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.