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 John F. Camien, United States Army, for gallantry in action as a member of Company B, 502d Parachute Infantry Regiment, in heroic action against the enemy near St. Martin de Varreville, France, on 6 June 1944. After landing by parachute, he assembled with others and approached the village where they were met by rifle fire from a house. While others gave protective fire, Private Camien opened the door of the house and threw a grenade, killing four Germans and capturing two. He then continued to several other houses, where several more Germans were killed and many captured. Private Camien’s efforts were a distinct contribution to the success of his regiment in combat and an inspiration to his comrades.