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) Edward E. Buttolph (ASN: 0-1286083), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action near Ferme Combier, Algeria, 8, 9, and 10 November 1942. During the Oran offensive, Lieutenant Buttolph kept the guns of his platoon in almost constant action, holding off superior enemy forces. During this action, he proceeded from gun to gun under direct enemy machine gun, mortar and artillery fire, reconnoitered ahead of his gun positions and sniped at the enemy who were attempting to advance. His coolness under fire was an inspiration to his men. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.