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 Fifth Grade Emil L. Nikodym (ASN: 35350367), 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 on 8 October 1944 in France. After being seriously wounded, Technician Fifth Grade Nikodym, disregarding his wound, continued to administer to his wounded comrades until he himself succumbed from pain and shock. His outstanding courage and sincere 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.