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 Ralph W. Graziola (ASN: 11017663), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with a Medical Detachment of the 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa and Sicily, during the period from March through July 1943. When a soldier had fallen seriously wounded beyond our front lines, Private Graziola, assisted by another man, went forward under heavy enemy fire, administer first aid, and evacuated the wounded man. 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.