The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant [then Private First Class] Anthony Harden (ASN: 12242308), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company L, 3d Battalion, 232d Infantry Regiment, 42d Infantry Division, in action on 7 March 1945 near Lichtenberg, France. Although two members of his machine gun squad had been wounded, Private Harden continued to operate his weapon, in the face of intense enemy machinegun and rifle fire. Upon withdrawal, he noticed that the radioman of his patrol was missing. With utter disregard for his own safety, Private Harden crossing 200 yards of open field and penetrating deep into enemy territory brought the man to safety. By his heroic act, Private Harden saved a fellow soldier from possible death or capture.