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 Nedward N. Mitchell (ASN: 42071820), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Company F, 301st Infantry Regiment, 94th Infantry Division, in action in Germany. On 7 February 1945, near Sinz, Germany, during the attack on Banholz Woods, Private Mitchell exposed himself to point blank fire from an enemy Tiger Tank to fire his bazooka at the advancing tank. His first round broke the left track; his second round killed the crew as they left the tank. This action saved the company’s right flank. Running through a rain of shrapnel and small arms fire, he then supported his platoon which was pinned down on the company’s left flank and killed or wounded at least six enemy riflemen and snipers with his rifle, after which action he was wounded by a burst from an enemy machine gun. Private Mitchell’s complete disregard for personal safety, his conspicuous courage, and his heroic achievements are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.