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 Fourth Grade Julian DeBlaere (ASN: 12016100), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 601st Tank Destroyer Battalion, 1st Infantry Division, in action against the enemy in North Africa, during the period from January to April 1943. Ordered to proceed to the battalion’s rallying point during a heavy enemy tank attack, Sergeant DeBlaere, exercising great skill and judgment under intense fire, successfully drove his vehicle across open terrain to the designated area. 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.