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 (Field Artillery), [then Second Lieutenant] Paul A. Doble, United States Army, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving with the 45th Infantry Division in action from 5 to 7 November 1943, near Venafro, Italy. Lieutenant Doble, accompanied by his platoon sergeant, moved to an area 50 yards ahead of forward rifle troops in order to observe mortar fire. The position selected was on top of a peak of rocks and offered no cover or concealment. Lieutenant Doble and his assistant remained at his observation post for three days and four nights, under heavy enemy artillery, mortar and small arms fire. During this time, in addition to adjusting the fire of their 81-mm mortars, they personally killed three enemy snipers. Under Lieutenant Doble’s skillful direction, more than 800 rounds of ammunition were fired into strong enemy positions. The courage and devotion to duty displayed by Lieutenant Doble exemplifies the high traditions of the Army of the United States.