The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private Alvin L. Brooks (ASN: 34800592), United States Army, for gallantry in action at Bougainville, Solomon Islands, on 30 January 1944. Observing a comrade fall seriously wounded only a few yards from four enemy machine guns, Private Brooks ran forward alone to rescue him. In the face of intense hostile fire, he picked up the injured man and started carrying him back to safety. In doing so, Private Brooks was mortally wounded. His bravery set an inspiring example for the men in his company.