The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Sergeant [then Private First Class] Carl W. James (ASN: 33720880), United States Army, for gallantry in action and disregard for personal safety while serving with the 331st Infantry Regiment, 83d Infantry Division, in action on 4 April 1945, in Germany. His actions reflects the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.