The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Technician Fifth Grade [then Private] William B. McNamara (ASN: 37662809), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 120th Infantry Regiment, 30th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy on 22 August 1944, in France. During a fierce encounter with the enemy, heavy casualties had been inflicted upon the infantry company with which Technician Fifth Grade McNamara was serving as a Medical Aidman. Inasmuch as the only other aidman had become a casualty, Technician Fifth Grade McNamara worked alone caring for twenty-six of his wounded comrades. Technician Fifth Grade McNamara risked his life many times during the engagement but worked tirelessly despite the danger until all men had been treated and evacuated. As a direct result of his unselfish endeavors, many lives were save. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Technician Fifth Grade McNamara, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.