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 First Class [then Private] Joseph Csire (ASN: 6150751), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, during the period from January to May 1943. During an extremely heavy enemy air attack, Private Csire continued firing his automatic weapon although ammunition trucks on either side of his positioning were burning and exploding. His courage and high sense of duty inspired the men of his battalion. 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.