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 Fourth Grade Harold Merims (ASN: 32422869), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the Medical Detachment, 413th Infantry Regiment, 104th Infantry Division, in action in Holland and Germany on 3 and 28 November 1944. On 3 November 1944, at great risk to his life, Technician Merims made numerous trips across open terrain to administer first aid and evacuate wounded comrades. The following day he again evacuated a seriously wounded man and on 28 November 1944 he rescued several men under fire and acted as an interpreter in obtaining valuable information when his platoon was cut off from friendly elements. The outstanding singular gallantry displayed by Technician Merims saved the lives of many of his comrades. His actions, far above and beyond the call of duty, were in keeping with the finest traditions of the American soldier.