The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major (Infantry) William F. Sheehan (ASN: 0-1285126), United States Army, for gallantry in action while serving with Headquarters, 377th Infantry Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, in action against the enemy from 8 November 1944 to 21 November 1944, in the vicinity of Metz, France. Major Sheehan worked ceaselessly and untiringly toward the success of the 377th Infantry’s drive on Metz. Regimental S-3, he gave invaluable assistance to the organization commanders, spending much time in front-line positions. Inside Metz Major Sheehan directed the attack on a building occupied by a high-ranking enemy officer who had refused to surrender, and who was responsible for numerous casualties inflicted on our troops by sniper fire. When this officer was finally wounded and captured, Major Sheehan was the first Division officer to interrogate him. throughout the 377th Infantry’s advance from Maizieres-les-Mats to Metz, and the fighting within the city, Major Sheehan displayed a conspicuous gallantry that inspired the troops and reflects the highest traditions of the military service.