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 Herbert W. Dawson (ASN: 42110180), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 119th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 3 April 1945, in Germany. During an attack Private First Class Dawson observed a medical technician trying in vain to reach a wounded man. Having his squad cover him, Private First Class Dawson crawled forward to the wounded man, hoisted him on his shoulder, and ran as fast as possible to cover. His courage, disregard for personal safety, and loyal devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces.