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 Jay Crawford (ASN: 34433635), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the *** Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 15 July 1944, near ****, France. The advance of his company was being delayed by heavy machine gun fire from a concealed enemy tank. Private First Class Crawford and another man advanced against the tank with a rocket launcher, crippled it and enabled its destruction by mortar fire. Private First Class Crawford’s conspicuous bravery and resolute determination reflects great credit upon himself and the finest traditions of the military service.