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 Fifth Grade David L. Mitts, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 558th Field Artillery Battalion, 7th Armored Division, in action in January 1945, in the European Theater of Operations. A radio operator, Technician Fifth Grade Mills accompanied a cavalry force in an assault upon a heavily defended enemy strong point near Borg. Shortly after he had established contact with his artillery batteries, the advancing troops met such an intense concentration of hostile fire that they were forced to withdraw. Determined to procure artillery support, Technician Fifth Grade Mitts disregarding the danger, remained at his post and relayed adjustments, which brought effective fire upon many German gun positions. His actions so reduced the enemy’s fire power that the cavalry attack was resumed and the position taken. 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, the 7th Armored Division, and the United States Army.