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 George C. Schultz, United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with the 41st Infantry Division at Biak Island June 15, 1944. Private Schultz, a bazooka gunner, displayed outstanding courage and initiative during an enemy attack by three tanks. One of the tanks advanced directly toward his position along a narrow road and he waited until the tank was in easy range of his bazooka before he opened fire. Though the first round was a dud, he remained in his position and fired another round, disabling the tank which was later reported to have burned. Meanwhile, another tank had advanced to within thirty yards of his position on the flank and was spraying an emplacement on a small hill with machine gun and 37-mm. fire. Private Schultz picked up the bazooka, plus a few rounds of ammunition, ran up the hill, and opened fire on the second tank. The first two rounds were duds, but after firing a third round, he succeeded in completely disabling the tank. The third tank withdrew. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.