The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Infantry) Albert Ernest Milloy (ASN: 0-420933/0-35289), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82d Airborne Division, in action on 30 January 1944, five miles west of ****, Italy. Given the mission of seizing a prime objective on the beachhead, Captain Milloy, commanding the lead company, led his command through a heavy barrage of mortar and artillery fire and seized positions on the **** Canal. He made frequent trips along the bank under observed fire of the enemy to insure thorough preparation for the inevitable counterattack which came and broke through the position. Captain Milloy quickly organized an assault platoon out of the headquarters and mortar personnel and led it in an attack through heavy machine gun and rifle fire and drove the enemy out. His courageous conduct and inspiring leadership set an example for his men in an action which contributed materially to the success of the beachhead operation. Captain Milloy’s gallantry reflects credit on the United States Airborne Forces.





