(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Private First Class Kenneth Eugene Ballentine (ASN: 36102669), United States Army, was awarded the Silver Star (Posthumously) for gallantry in action while serving with the 32d Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division, in action against enemy forces at Attu, Territory of Alaska, on 29 May 1943. 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, his unit, and the United States Army.