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 Alfred D. Doolittle (ASN: 32954931), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the *** Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 5 July 1944, near ****, France. Under furious enemy counter-attack Private Doolittle and two other men remained alone to defend a sunken road which was the main line of resistance. With conspicuous bravery and devotion to duty they held the road with rifle and carbine, completely disregarding their personal safety although they were only 100 yards from the enemy, knew that both flanks were open for the platoon of enfilade enemy machine gun fire and that no support was available. Their heroic stand continued for approximately thirty minutes despite vicious enemy fire until a squad could be brought to their support. Private Doolittle’s outstanding demonstration of courageous determination is in keeping with the finest traditions of the armed forces of the United States.