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 Sydney C. Stern, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 6 August 1944, while commanding a signal detachment from the 90th Infantry Division attached to a task force assigned the mission of capturing Mayenne, France. Busily engaged in establishing communications for the defense of the town, after its capture, he observed enemy troops launching a counterattack through a street which was not covered by friendly troops. Immediately deploying his men, he led them in an attack, which completely frustrated that portion of the enemy’s attack. Private Stern’s aggressive action, courage, and inspiring leadership reflect great credit on himself and the military service.