The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private Cecil Carder (ASN: 34518218), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in Sicily, on 16 July 1943. When his company was forced to seek a more tenable position during a heavy enemy counterattack, Private Carder and another enlisted man stood their ground, manned their weapons, and successfully covered their company’s withdrawal. Private Carder’s gallant achievement, at the cost of his life, is worthy of the highest praise and was in keeping with the highest traditions of military service, reflecting great credit upon himself and the United States Army.